Electrical Engineer V

Powering Safe Buildings for our Ohana

The Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP), Building Division, Electrical Code Branch is seeking a registered professional Electrical Engineer to review complex and major building electrical projects. In this role, you will ensure electrical plans comply with the National Electric Code and applicable regulations, evaluate new or alternate materials and devices for safety and suitability in buildings and structures.

• Review and approve electrical plans, specifications, and calculations for major buildings and structures
• Work with architects, engineers, and the public to ensure electrical designs meet code and answer questions about design
• Coordinate with electrical inspectors to ensure field installations match approved plans and code requirements
• Explain electrical engineering decisions in writing and recommend updates to the electrical code as needed

Actual salary commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval.

Excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and more. View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non‑citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

Equivalent to graduation from a regionally‑accredited four‑year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in an engineering specialty.

One year of registered professional electrical engineering experience.

• Experience reviewing or designing electrical systems for buildings or building infrastructure
• Familiarity with electrical codes and electrical plan review processes

• Applying electrical engineering principles and practices to building projects
• Evaluating and reviewing electrical system designs
• Interpreting and applying the National Electrical Code
• Reviewing electrical plans and specifications for buildings and structures
• Analyzing electrical designs and checking calculations
• Preparing engineering reports and written correspondence
• Communicating effectively with architects, engineers, contractors, and the public

Please attach an electronic copy of your professional Electrical Engineer license (Hawaii or out‑of‑state) to your application.