Electrical Engineer II

The City of Boise is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer II to serve as the engineer of record for essential public infrastructure and municipal facility projects. This role offers the opportunity to lead projects from design through construction, working with power distribution, motor controls, VFDs, emergency power, switch gear, transformers, SCADA systems and other complex electrical infrastructure.

This is an ideal opportunity for an engineer who wants challenging, meaningful work with a stable, primarily daytime schedule and little to no travel. You’ll have the autonomy to make technical decisions, guide consultants and contractors, mentor staff and help improve the safety, reliability and efficiency of systems that support the Boise community.

Candidates must hold a Professional Engineer license and be licensed in Idaho - or able to obtain an Idaho PE license within six months of hire. Occasional after-hours work may be required to support projects or emergencies.

To ensure internal equity and alignment with the approved budget for this position, offers are made within the posted hiring range. Although the hiring range is fixed, employees receive an exceptional benefits and total rewards package that enhances the overall value of employment with the City of Boise.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field
• Six years of progressively responsible engineering experience in the practice of complex project development and design, including four years of experience managing complex public works projects with supervisory responsibilities.

• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• Licensed by the State of Idaho as a Professional Engineer (PE) or if licensed in another state, ability to acquire an Idaho license through the Idaho Board of Professional Engineers within six (6) months of hire date.

Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check
• Education Verification

The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• Zero-cost premium medical coverage for you and your family (an estimated $10,000 - 20,000 value)
• PERSI retirement (11.96% Employer Contribution) plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
• 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Disclaimer: This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hours’ notice will be provided prior to closing.

Applications received for this recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies within the City of Boise as they occur.

Performs highly complex and specialized tasks requiring considerable judgment, independent analysis and decision making. Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group.

Acts as the electrical engineer of record for public works projects, including design, review and construction to ensure quality control and adherence to applicable codes, standards and safety regulations.

Plans, designs, and oversees electrical engineering projects involving power distribution, motors, motor control centers, Variable Frequency Drive (VFDs), emergency backup systems, switch gear, transformers, and related infrastructure.

Evaluates electrical and control systems to minimize downtime, develops preventative maintenance programs, performs arc-flash and protective device coordination studies, and ensures compliance with NFPA, NEC, city standards and other applicable regulations.

Works closely with the control and automation group in the design and implementation of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems by supporting automation strategies to optimize energy use and operational efficiency.

Develops overall project delivery strategies including selecting of…