Electric Utility Engineer

the department

silicon valley power (svp) currently provides over 40 percent of santa clara’s electricity from carbon‐free renewable resources. In addition to using green energy from large‐scale wind, solar, geothermal and hydroelectric projects outside of the area, svp employs innovative ways to locally produce electricity by capturing and burning methane gas from a closed city landfill and using power from solar generating systems on city‐owned garages and vacant, unusable land.

It is the mission of svp to be a progressive, service‑oriented utility, offering reliable, competitively priced services for the benefit of santa clara and its customers. Being competitive in the marketplace with a continuous focus on customer service, svp can provide economic value to the city of santa clara and its customers while maintaining low residential rates and offering competitive rates for all customers.

silicon valley power (svp) is seeking dynamic, engaging and qualified engineers for several vacant electric utility engineer positions in various divisions.

svp operations division
: this position will be assigned engineering work associated with communication and electrical power engineering. The individual will assist with the programming of industrial multiplexer networks and should have a strong interest in industrial high‐speed data networking.

svp engineering and cip projects division
: this position will be assigned engineering work associated with electrical power engineering, substation design and transmission and distribution systems. The individual may manage or assist in managing capital improvement projects (cip) to support growth of the electric utility and should have a strong background and interest in electric systems.

system planning and asset management division
: this position will be assigned to perform and maintain distribution system models, participate in integrated svp system planning and collaborate with other svp groups to deliver distribution system results and reports, identify and implement projects necessary to support load growth and improve reliability of the distribution system. The position will work closely with customer/developers on their projects, coordinate with various city departments, and support svp’s field and operation staff as necessary.

applications must be filled out completely (e.g. Do not write ‘see resume, na, or personnel file.’). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a
1) cover letter and
2) resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

application packets may be submitted online through the “apply now” feature on the job announcement taclaraca.gov. This position is open until filled; applications will be reviewed on a bi‑weekly basis for consideration to the position. If you are interested in applying, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed.

this recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments besides the positions listed above. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee admittance into the examination process. Only the most qualified candidates who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will be invited to test or interview. Applicants will be considered for positions adhering to all applicable city policies, including but not limited to cmd 033‑employment of relatives.

the annual salary range for this position is $ – $. This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range.

minimum education and experience requirements:

• graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and two (2) years experience doing electric utility engineering work.
• graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in engineering and three…