Principal Electrical Engineer

Principal Electrical Engineer – City of Anaheim, California

Annual Salary: $141,736 – $212,604 DOE/DOQ
* * This salary range is currently under review. Placement within the range will be based on qualifications and experience, with future advancement opportunities available up to the range maximum.

Overview

The City of Anaheim, California, is seeking an experienced and collaborative Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the Construction Standards and Material Group within the Electric Services Division of Anaheim Public Utilities. This key engineering leadership role is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of electrical design and construction standards, managing an annual budget up to $15 million, and supervising junior and senior‑level technical staff.

The Principal Electrical Engineer ensures safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of electric service across Anaheim through strong technical oversight, cross‑departmental coordination, and forward‑thinking solutions. This position plays a critical role in supporting major capital projects, system modernization, and infrastructure resiliency efforts that sustain one of California’s most dynamic communities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and implementation of electrical design and construction standards.

• Manage the annual budget of up to $15 million.

• Supervise junior and senior level technical staff.

• Provide technical oversight and coordination across departments to deliver reliable electric service.

• Support major capital projects, system modernization, and infrastructure resiliency initiatives.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a technically skilled and relationship‑oriented leader with a background in high‑voltage subtransmission and distribution design and construction standards, equipment evaluation, and specification development. To succeed, the ideal candidate combines engineering expertise with strong communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving abilities to drive innovation and excellence across Anaheim’s electric utility. Power reliability, sustainability, and the future of Anaheim – apply today!

Salary and Benefits

Annual Salary: $141,736 – $212,604 DOE/DOQ
* * The City of Anaheim offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents.

How to Apply

For consideration, apply immediately at:

Save the Dates

• First rolling interview (virtual):
January 5, 2026

• Second rolling interview (virtual and/or in‑person from January 5th initial rolling interview):
January 26, 2026

• Interviews (virtual and/or in‑person from initial interviews in January):
February 9, 2026

• Interviews (in‑person):
February 16, 2026

Questions?

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• 541‑664‑0376 (office)

• 310‑913‑0621 (direct)

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