City and County of San Francisco
Engineer - Electrical - Citywide (5241) - (C00386)
City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Engineer - Electrical - Citywide (5241) - (C00386)
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City and County of San Francisco 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. Our employees help shape the future of San Francisco while heightening the quality of life for residents of the city and the greater Bay Area. Important Information & Application Steps
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. Company Information
San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth, innovation, urban development, arts and entertainment, and social issues and change. This recruitment is citywide and may be used to fill positions in various City departments. Application Timeline
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 of the Engineer class may vary depending on assignment and include: Supervising professional and technical engineering personnel, consultants and other 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 the study of 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 meet the minimum requirements but do not possess the California license may file for this examination and will be placed under waiver 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 employees who have six 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 weather conditions outdoors; and extended periods of bending, sitting, and walking on uneven surfaces. Schedules may include weekends, holidays, nights, and overtime as required. Verification & Verification Notes
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point in the process. Falsifying information may result in disqualification. All work experience, education, and training must be included on the application by the filing deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Incorrectly completed applications may be disqualified or score lower. Selection Procedures
After application submission, qualified candidates must complete all steps, including a Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire with Training and Experience Evaluation. The questionnaire is used to evaluate minimum qualifications and determine final score and rank on the eligible list. Additional Information
The eligible list/score report may be used to fill positions in various City departments. The list lasts 6 months and may be extended. Visit the City Civil Service rules for more information. This recruitment may involve additional selection processes before final hiring decisions. The City encourages women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply. Information about the hiring process and equal employment opportunity is available via the links provided in the original posting. How To Apply
All job applications must be submitted through the online portal. Visit https://careers.sf.gov/ to begin. Computers are available for public use if needed. Ensure your application is accurate and matches your legal ID for verification. You will receive a confirmation email from notification@careers.sf.gov upon successful submission. If you do not receive it, your application may not have been submitted successfully. For questions, contact the exam analyst, Tamara Ranney, at tamara.ranney@sfgov.org. The City and County of San Francisco is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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Join to apply for the
Engineer - Electrical - Citywide (5241) - (C00386)
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City and County of San Francisco 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. Our employees help shape the future of San Francisco while heightening the quality of life for residents of the city and the greater Bay Area. Important Information & Application Steps
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. Company Information
San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth, innovation, urban development, arts and entertainment, and social issues and change. This recruitment is citywide and may be used to fill positions in various City departments. Application Timeline
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 of the Engineer class may vary depending on assignment and include: Supervising professional and technical engineering personnel, consultants and other 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 the study of 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 meet the minimum requirements but do not possess the California license may file for this examination and will be placed under waiver 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 employees who have six 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 weather conditions outdoors; and extended periods of bending, sitting, and walking on uneven surfaces. Schedules may include weekends, holidays, nights, and overtime as required. Verification & Verification Notes
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point in the process. Falsifying information may result in disqualification. All work experience, education, and training must be included on the application by the filing deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Incorrectly completed applications may be disqualified or score lower. Selection Procedures
After application submission, qualified candidates must complete all steps, including a Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire with Training and Experience Evaluation. The questionnaire is used to evaluate minimum qualifications and determine final score and rank on the eligible list. Additional Information
The eligible list/score report may be used to fill positions in various City departments. The list lasts 6 months and may be extended. Visit the City Civil Service rules for more information. This recruitment may involve additional selection processes before final hiring decisions. The City encourages women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply. Information about the hiring process and equal employment opportunity is available via the links provided in the original posting. How To Apply
All job applications must be submitted through the online portal. Visit https://careers.sf.gov/ to begin. Computers are available for public use if needed. Ensure your application is accurate and matches your legal ID for verification. You will receive a confirmation email from notification@careers.sf.gov upon successful submission. If you do not receive it, your application may not have been submitted successfully. For questions, contact the exam analyst, Tamara Ranney, at tamara.ranney@sfgov.org. The City and County of San Francisco is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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