Systems Electrical Engineer (I-Sr.)

Position Title

Systems Electrical Engineer (I-Sr.)

Job Posting Closing Date

OPEN UNTIL FILLED (Applications will be considered in the order they are submitted.)

Overview

Provo City is looking for a full-time Utility Electrical Engineer to provide professional engineering work responsible to coordinate, plan, design, estimate, and prepare specifications for building electrical distribution / transmission systems in Provo City's Energy department. Civic-minded individuals interested in supporting these services provided to the residents of Provo City are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Details

Compensation

G36, G37, G40 — $41.48 - $69.50 per hour (depending on experience)

Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves (vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves); educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive perks including free access to the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, a Provo Library card, 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course, a 4 / 10 work schedule, and others. For more information about benefits, click here.

Responsibilities

Perform system electrical engineering functions of varying complexity, including system analysis, planning, budgeting, engineering design, construction management, start-up, and troubleshooting.

Participate in strategic planning for the department and suggest projects to improve and maintain system integrity, reliability, and cost effectiveness.

Prepare specifications for the design of electrical system projects and the associated equipment and construction services, including for assigned department capital improvement projects (CIP).

Perform field testing of operations and customer support for power quality and environmental issues.

Maintain full project cost accountability and report project status on a regular basis.

Perform and evaluate electrical system analyses and studies (computer-based and manual) including load flow, short circuit, and load forecasting.

Review and maintain electrical system model and coordinate regular upgrading of the city-wide information base.

Assist other staff members as needed and perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Provo City accepts equivalent combinations of job-related education / experience (substituting each 1 year of post-secondary education / training for 6 months of experience) as meeting minimum qualifications.

All Levels

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.

A valid, lawful Driver License is required.

Level I

Must obtain Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certificate within 1 year of hire.

Level II

Three years of experience at Systems Electrical Engineer I level.

Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certificate.

Senior

Four years of experience at Systems Electrical Engineer II level.

State Professional Engineer license is required (State of Utah within one year).

Selection Process

This position is open until filled and will be closed when sufficient, qualified applications to proceed with a competitive selection process have been received (at least seven days). Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities. The administration developed a brand promise to establish high standards of the Provo Pillars : Welcoming, Safe and Sound, Economically Vibrant, and Forward Looking. Provo is consistently recognized nationally for outstanding quality of life and well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. Provo has been awarded the "Best Performing City" three years in a row, and ranked the 'Best Run City in America' by WalletHub for 2025. Visit provo.gov to learn more.

Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Additional Details

Full Time / Part Time : Full time

Position Type : Regular

Scheduled Hours : 40

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