City of Burbank · 3 hours ago
SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Burbank, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expCity of Burbank is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead an electrical engineering group in the design and planning of electrical generation, transmission, and distribution systems. The role involves directing design efforts, supervising engineering staff, and ensuring effective management of electrical systems and projects.
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Responsibilities
Directs the design of electrical systems of generating units, distributing and switching stations and their auxiliary electrical systems, and underground duct and cable systems for the transmission and distribution systems
Directs the design of new electrical systems for buildings, and makes and directs preparation of estimates of cost for electrical installations
Supervises the preparation and review of finished work drawings for electrical construction
Prepares and directs preparation of specifications and requests for electrical equipment
Reviews detailed drafting and engineering calculating work
Applies economic and engineering principles in establishing electric and water rates and tariffs
Studies means and methods of securing new economic sources of power
Serves in a technical advisory capacity for the site plan review process
Supervises the maintenance of records relating to system operations
Directs, assigns and evaluates work
Makes effective recommendations regarding hiring, promotions and transfers
Effectively recommends disciplinary action as needed up to and including termination
Participates in the adjustments of grievances
Drives on City business
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of electrical engineering, design and operating practices related to electrical generating and distribution
Knowledge of electrical generating, distribution and related auxiliary equipment
Knowledge of the principles and practices of sound personnel management and supervision
Skill in drafting and engineering related drawing
Ability to prepare reports and studies relating to electrical engineering and economic problems relating to the sale of electric energy
Ability to supervise and review the work of engineering and technical personnel
Ability to review and prepare specifications, estimates and lists of materials
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public
A Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in electrical engineering
Five years of professional electrical engineering experience including one year at the level of Electrical Engineer or equivalent
A valid California Class 'C' driver's license or equivalent at time of appointment
Preferred
Registration as an Electrical Engineer in California
Certification as a Project Management Professional
Proficiency in AutoCAD
Company
City of Burbank
Nestled between the Hollywood Hills and the Verdugo Mountains in the heart of Los Angeles County, the City of Burbank covers 17.16 square miles and is part of the “Tri-Cities” area along with neighboring Glendale and Pasadena.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kevin Gray
Chief Information Officer
Recent News
2025-03-10
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