ELECTRICAL ENGINEER VI

About the role

The City and County of Honolulu, Department of Facility Maintenance, Public Building and Electrical Maintenance Division, Traffic Electrical Maintenance Services Branch seeks a highly experienced professional electrical engineer to lead Citywide lighting systems operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, studies, and analyses to improve street, park, outdoor and mall lighting, fire alarm and civil defense communications systems.
• Plan, coordinate and supervise Branch activities for installation, maintenance and repair of fire alarm, communication, photovoltaic and electric vehicle charging systems.
• Establish work procedures, direct work assignments, and oversee preparation of progress and cost reports.
• Review plans and specifications for lighting systems to ensure compliance with industry standards and City requirements.

Requirements

• Must operate a vehicle.
• Subject to being on call 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays, to respond to emergencies.
• May be exposed to high voltage, electrical hazards, and active traffic conditions.
• Work beyond normal hours, including weekends, to meet operational deadlines.
• Serves as a Disaster Response Worker during declared civil defense emergencies (e.g. tsunami, thunderstorms, hurricanes).

Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited four year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in an engineering specialty.
• Three years of registered professional electrical engineering experience, including or supplemented by one year in supervising or being responsible for an engineering operation or function.

Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with electrical systems and safety protocols.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more!

View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.

Pay

Actual salary commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate emergency response and maintenance needs.