Electrical Engineer

Company: Innovation Consulting
Location: San Jose
Posted on: February 8, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Electrical Engineer – Water Utility (Direct Hire, Permanent) San Jose, CA Full-Time | Permanent | Direct Hire Salary Range: $118,993 – $155,377 About the Opportunity We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established California-based water utility for a permanent, direct-hire Electrical Engineer to join their San Jose engineering team. This role supports the planning, design, and construction management of critical water infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on electrical power systems, controls, and motor control centers. This is a long-term career opportunity with a stable utility organization supporting essential public infrastructure. What You’ll Do The Electrical Engineer will provide electrical and controls engineering support for water facilities, including: Prepare electrical construction drawings and technical specifications Perform advanced electrical engineering calculations, including: Short circuit current calculations Voltage drop calculations Breaker coordination studies Arc flash analysis Design and support low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems Design and work with motor control centers (MCCs) Develop bid packages and support procurement of major electrical equipment Prepare RFPs and evaluate consultants and vendors Manage project scope, schedule, and budget Coordinate with contractors, consultants, agencies, and internal stakeholders Support construction management and field inspections Prepare reports, cost estimates, and technical documentation Assist with PUC rate case filings and annual capital budgets Present technical information to public agencies, special districts, and community groups Provide technical support to operations and maintenance teams Participate in continuous improvement initiatives Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience Minimum 2 years of experience working as an Electrical Engineer Experience with electrical design and construction Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) Experience with motor control center (MCC) design Proficiency with AutoCAD and development of design plans Project management experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Valid California Driver License Preferred Qualifications California Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or California PE Experience using ETAP or similar power system modeling software Experience in water, wastewater, or process industries Experience working with consultants and contractors ? Why This Role Direct hire, permanent position with a utility client Long-term career stability in essential infrastructure Competitive salary with a comprehensive utility benefits package Work on high-impact capital projects that support local communities Strong internal engineering culture and professional development opportunities

Keywords: Innovation Consulting, Parkway-South Sacramento , Electrical Engineer, Engineering , San Jose, California