Salary : $110,005.00 - $137,506.00 Annually
Location : City of Pasadena, CA
Job Type: 2025 - REGULAR FULLTIME 40+ HRS A WK
Job Number: 25-122
Department: Water & Power
Division: Power Supply
Opening Date: 03/13/2025
Closing Date: 4/3/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

PLEASE NOTE: The application period for this position will be from Thursday, March 20 through Thursday, April 3. If interested, please submit your application during this timeframe.

Under limited supervision of the Principal Engineer/Power Plant Manager, the Associate Engineer coordinates and performs complex and/or special engineering assignments related to the design, procurement, construction, and maintenance of power plant projects or systems. The Associate Engineer is expected to exercise a considerable amount of independent judgment in designing plans and making general engineering and plan checking calculations for projects, and monitoring contracts for compliance with engineering standards and specifications.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate possesses thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of power plant technology; process instruments and controls; familiarity of piping systems; methods, materials, and equipment used in electrical utility construction, maintenance and operations. This position is unique to the power plant and supports the many facets of engineering projects including budget monitoring and cost control, and contract administration where an understanding of public utilities economics/funding sources and application procedures is ideal. The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of federal, state, and local legislation related to engineering and the environment, and possess experience in drafting with the use of computerized engineering programs such as AutoCAD.

This is a great opportunity. To learn more about our Water & Power Department, please click here: Water & Power Department.

Essential Functions
The major responsibilities of this position are listed below. For more detailed information, please review the .

• Performs engineering design calculations and construction cost estimates; ensures all project design, documents, drawings, and specifications comply with professional engineering principles, standards and practices; prepares specifications, request for proposals, and purchase requisitions.
• Prepares procurement documents, evaluates bids and proposals; negotiates contract terms; prepares agenda reports for contract award recommendations; serves as contract administrator; oversees mechanical engineering construction projects to ensure conformity with the specifications; prepares and updates project schedules; identifies tasks and resources required; monitors project progress.
• Provides technical support during project construction including review of submittal documents, answers contractor's request for information, interprets project drawings, specifications, and contract documents; performs project close out and maintains project files.
• Provides technical support in administering, negotiating and resolving construction project change orders and construction claims; ensures work performed is in accordance with project plans, specifications and professional mechanical engineering standards and codes; conducts job walks.
• Works in conjunction with other work groups in the preparation of section budget, budget monitoring and invoice checks; prepares and reviews a variety of engineering, administrative, and regulatory reports including permit applications, work orders, and correspondence.
• Performs system analysis, conducts tests and studies, and submits results and recommendation for planning; participates in the preparation of project budgets; estimates cash flow projections, cost justifications, and ensures cost containment on projects.
• Coordinates projects with outside agencies, contractors, consultants, and other City departments; works with professional and para-professional engineering teams; assigns, reviews, schedules, selects, and evaluates work performance of subordinate staff.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with contractors, vendors, outside agencies, the public and City staff.
• Attends meetings; makes presentations; acts in the absence of the Engineer.

Qualification Guidelines

COMPETENCIES
The following list represents the core competencies needed for success in the position.

• Attention to Detail - Takes extra care and detail to allow for the ability to manage own work with a high level of accuracy.
• Professional and Technical Expertise-Applying technical subject matter to the job.
  • Technical expertise to sustain continuity of service demands through transmission and distribution lines and equipment.
• Oral Communication - Engaging effectively in dialogue.
• Self-Management - Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability.
• Writing- Communicating effectively in writing.
• Project Management- Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives.
• Using Technology- Working with electronic hardware and software applications.
  • Computerized engineering applications and programs, including AutoCAD.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from college with a bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• An Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
• Two years of recent professional experience in the field of engineering in the utility industry.

SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process may consist of a training and experience evaluation, structured interview panel, department-level interviews and possibly an online assessment.

Probationary work period is one year. This position is part of the Pasadena Management Association (PMA) Bargaining Unit.

VACANCY INFORMATION
There is currently one vacancy in the Power Supply Division of the Water & Power Department. The resulting eligibility list from this recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies in the future.

Special Requirements
Must possess a valid California Class C driver's license and comply with the City's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy during the course of employment.
Effective January 1, 2013, new members to CalPERS or an agency with CALPERS' reciprocity or who have more than a six month break in service between employment in a CalPERS (or reciprocal) agency will be subject to the provisions of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) and will receive the 2% @ 62 benefit formula.

Employees who are current members of CalPERS or an agency with CalPERS' reciprocity, or who have less than a six month break in service between employment in a CalPERS (or reciprocal) agency and employment with the City will be enrolled in the 2.5% @ 55 benefit formula.

All employees are required to pay the full employee contribution to CalPERS.

Click link below to review the City's excellent benefits package

The City is closed on alternate Fridays and most staff observe a 9/80 work schedule.
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Do you possess a bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess at least two years of recent professional experience in the field of engineering in the utility industry?

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your professional experience in the field of engineering as it relates to the utility industry.
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Do you possess an Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers?

• Yes
• No

Required Question