San Francisco
Engineer - Electrical - Citywide (5241) - (C00386)
San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
THIS IS A CITYWIDE EXAM San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth and innovation, urban development, arts and entertainment, and social issues and change. This description summarizes the civil service recruitment for an engineering position within the City and County of San Francisco. Application Information
Application Instructions: Use your personal email — school and work emails may become inaccessible. We review your application, not your resume; complete it fully and highlight your relevant experience. Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification. If interested in other specialties, apply separately for each. Application Opens:
September 30, 2025 Application Filing Deadline:
5:00 PM on October 28, 2025 After Submitting Your Application
Confirmation Email:
Verify you receive a confirmation email. If not, your application was not successfully submitted. Connect with us:
Add our emails to your contacts to avoid delays in updates. SFHR Email Extensions Save a Copy:
Retain a copy of the recruitment announcement for reference (List ID: CBT-5241-C00386) Contact Information:
For questions, contact Tamara Ranney at tamara.ranney@sfgov.org Job Description
Under general direction, performs difficult and responsible professional engineering work in the field and office; and supervises engineering personnel, including consultants engaged in such work. The essential functions
may vary depending on assignment and include: Supervising professional and technical engineering personnel, consultants and related staff engaged in a variety of engineering projects; assigning and reviewing work. Selecting, training, motivating, monitoring, evaluating and counseling staff. Analyzing workloads and budgets, supervising and reviewing the preparation of documents; reviewing and analyzing bids for conformance with specifications and for award approval; negotiating and modifying contracts and resolving claims and disputes. Supervising and monitoring the inspection of complex engineering projects and organizing and supervising the activities of field inspection staff. Advising operating staff in water/wastewater treatment goals and process optimization; directing or participating in scientific research projects related to water and/or wastewater treatments and their effects on the environment and other engineering functions. Preparing and reviewing engineering designs, drawings and specifications; performing and reviewing difficult engineering calculations. Reviewing federal, regional, and local regulations and legislation affecting engineering work. Analyzing and solving complex engineering and process related problems. Writing, reviewing, and approving departmental correspondence, reports and other related documents; conducting meetings and making presentations to staff, committees, approval agencies, clients, and the general public. May act as a project engineer or resident engineer for complex projects. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications
Five (5) years of verifiable professional Electrical Engineering experience, which includes two (2) years experience equivalent to City and County of San Francisco class 5207 Associate Engineer or higher; Possession of a current Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California in Electrical Engineering. Substitutions/Notes
Candidates licensed in other states who otherwise meet the minimum requirements but do not possess the required California license may apply and will be placed under waiver on the resulting eligible list until the California license is presented. There is no substitution for the required two years of work experience equivalent to a 5207 Associate Engineer or higher. As a new recruitment for this classification will be opening shortly after the eligible list for this one has been adopted, there is no general waiver available for City and County of San Francisco employees who have six (6) months experience as a 5207 Associate Engineer, but less than the required experience, to be admitted to the exam process. License or Certificate
Some positions may require a valid driver license. Working Conditions
Some positions may require lifting up to 50 pounds; climbing ladders; working in high places and confined spaces; exposure to various weather conditions and outdoors; bending, sitting, and walking for extended periods and on uneven surfaces. Positions may require specific schedules including weekends, holidays, part time, nights, and/or overtime. Verification
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point in the process. Note: Falsifying information may result in disqualification. All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Improperly completed applications may lead to ineligibility, disqualification or lower scores. One year of full-time employment is equivalent to 2000 hours; overtime hours are not included in full-time calculation. Selection Procedures
After submission, qualified candidates must complete all steps to advance, including: Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire with Training and Experience Evaluation (100%). Applicants must complete the official application and provide complete information about education, experience and training. Eligible List/Score Report A confidential eligible list will be created for certification purposes. The duration of the list is 6 months and may be extended with approval. Additional selection processes may be conducted prior to final hiring decisions. Note:
This Citywide recruitment may be used to fill positions in various departments. See the list of departments for this classification. Please visit the online portal to apply: [link removed]. Computers are available for public use at designated locations. Ensure your application information is accurate; your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification, and use your personal email address. If you do not receive a confirmation email, the submission was not successful. Exam Analyst Information: For questions, contact Tamara Ranney by email at tamara.ranney@sfgov.org. The City and County of San Francisco encourages applicants from women, minorities and persons with disabilities. Applicants will be considered regardless of protected status as defined by law.
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THIS IS A CITYWIDE EXAM San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth and innovation, urban development, arts and entertainment, and social issues and change. This description summarizes the civil service recruitment for an engineering position within the City and County of San Francisco. Application Information
Application Instructions: Use your personal email — school and work emails may become inaccessible. We review your application, not your resume; complete it fully and highlight your relevant experience. Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification. If interested in other specialties, apply separately for each. Application Opens:
September 30, 2025 Application Filing Deadline:
5:00 PM on October 28, 2025 After Submitting Your Application
Confirmation Email:
Verify you receive a confirmation email. If not, your application was not successfully submitted. Connect with us:
Add our emails to your contacts to avoid delays in updates. SFHR Email Extensions Save a Copy:
Retain a copy of the recruitment announcement for reference (List ID: CBT-5241-C00386) Contact Information:
For questions, contact Tamara Ranney at tamara.ranney@sfgov.org Job Description
Under general direction, performs difficult and responsible professional engineering work in the field and office; and supervises engineering personnel, including consultants engaged in such work. The essential functions
may vary depending on assignment and include: Supervising professional and technical engineering personnel, consultants and related staff engaged in a variety of engineering projects; assigning and reviewing work. Selecting, training, motivating, monitoring, evaluating and counseling staff. Analyzing workloads and budgets, supervising and reviewing the preparation of documents; reviewing and analyzing bids for conformance with specifications and for award approval; negotiating and modifying contracts and resolving claims and disputes. Supervising and monitoring the inspection of complex engineering projects and organizing and supervising the activities of field inspection staff. Advising operating staff in water/wastewater treatment goals and process optimization; directing or participating in scientific research projects related to water and/or wastewater treatments and their effects on the environment and other engineering functions. Preparing and reviewing engineering designs, drawings and specifications; performing and reviewing difficult engineering calculations. Reviewing federal, regional, and local regulations and legislation affecting engineering work. Analyzing and solving complex engineering and process related problems. Writing, reviewing, and approving departmental correspondence, reports and other related documents; conducting meetings and making presentations to staff, committees, approval agencies, clients, and the general public. May act as a project engineer or resident engineer for complex projects. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications
Five (5) years of verifiable professional Electrical Engineering experience, which includes two (2) years experience equivalent to City and County of San Francisco class 5207 Associate Engineer or higher; Possession of a current Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California in Electrical Engineering. Substitutions/Notes
Candidates licensed in other states who otherwise meet the minimum requirements but do not possess the required California license may apply and will be placed under waiver on the resulting eligible list until the California license is presented. There is no substitution for the required two years of work experience equivalent to a 5207 Associate Engineer or higher. As a new recruitment for this classification will be opening shortly after the eligible list for this one has been adopted, there is no general waiver available for City and County of San Francisco employees who have six (6) months experience as a 5207 Associate Engineer, but less than the required experience, to be admitted to the exam process. License or Certificate
Some positions may require a valid driver license. Working Conditions
Some positions may require lifting up to 50 pounds; climbing ladders; working in high places and confined spaces; exposure to various weather conditions and outdoors; bending, sitting, and walking for extended periods and on uneven surfaces. Positions may require specific schedules including weekends, holidays, part time, nights, and/or overtime. Verification
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point in the process. Note: Falsifying information may result in disqualification. All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Improperly completed applications may lead to ineligibility, disqualification or lower scores. One year of full-time employment is equivalent to 2000 hours; overtime hours are not included in full-time calculation. Selection Procedures
After submission, qualified candidates must complete all steps to advance, including: Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire with Training and Experience Evaluation (100%). Applicants must complete the official application and provide complete information about education, experience and training. Eligible List/Score Report A confidential eligible list will be created for certification purposes. The duration of the list is 6 months and may be extended with approval. Additional selection processes may be conducted prior to final hiring decisions. Note:
This Citywide recruitment may be used to fill positions in various departments. See the list of departments for this classification. Please visit the online portal to apply: [link removed]. Computers are available for public use at designated locations. Ensure your application information is accurate; your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification, and use your personal email address. If you do not receive a confirmation email, the submission was not successful. Exam Analyst Information: For questions, contact Tamara Ranney by email at tamara.ranney@sfgov.org. The City and County of San Francisco encourages applicants from women, minorities and persons with disabilities. Applicants will be considered regardless of protected status as defined by law.
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