Electrical Engineer
Apply NowCompany: City of Tucson Arizona
Location: Tucson, AZ 85705
Description:
Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by 05-18-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST
Application and Special Instructions
As part of the online application process, all applicants are required to submit both an updated resume and cover letter at the time of application. Resumes and cover letters received after the application closing date will not be considered.
Applications received that do not contain a resume and a cover letter addressing the required questions listed below will be considered incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process.
In your cover letter, please address the following topics in one to two pages:
1. Provide a summary of specific projects have you worked on that demonstrate your skills in managing design and construction projects.
2. Provide a summary of your approach to leading and collaborating on engineering projects.
ABOUT THIS JOB
Position Specific Summary
The Electrical Engineer position at the City of Tucson's General Services Department manages facility electrical design projects by coordinating project schedules, budgets, and the design and installation of electrical systems in city facilities, while also collaborating with other professional disciplines.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Engineering Manager. This position exercises supervision over Architecture & Engineering personnel.
Duties and Responsibilities
Working conditions as follows:
Some exposure to light physical or environmental conditions (noise, dust, weather, etc.).
All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's degree.
Work Experience: Three (3) years of directly related experience.
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Arizona or any other state that has reciprocity with Arizona.
Equivalency: Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience using AutoCAD.
Demonstrated experience with cost estimating.
Knowledge of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and International Building Codes.
POSITION DETAILS
Job Profile
J2020 - Electrical Engineer
To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click here.
Compensation Grade
G110
Hourly Range
$35.37 - 53.05 USD
The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
FLSA
Exempt
Position Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Department
General Services Department
Department Link
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Environmental-and-General-Services
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
ABOUT US
Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.
Citizenship: The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status.
City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/AffirmativeAction/Veterans/Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD
The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.
Recruiter Name
Demetria Zazueta (102395)
Recruiter Email
egsd_hr@tucsonaz.gov
For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.
Applicants must submit their completed application by 05-18-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST
Application and Special Instructions
As part of the online application process, all applicants are required to submit both an updated resume and cover letter at the time of application. Resumes and cover letters received after the application closing date will not be considered.
Applications received that do not contain a resume and a cover letter addressing the required questions listed below will be considered incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process.
In your cover letter, please address the following topics in one to two pages:
1. Provide a summary of specific projects have you worked on that demonstrate your skills in managing design and construction projects.
2. Provide a summary of your approach to leading and collaborating on engineering projects.
ABOUT THIS JOB
Position Specific Summary
The Electrical Engineer position at the City of Tucson's General Services Department manages facility electrical design projects by coordinating project schedules, budgets, and the design and installation of electrical systems in city facilities, while also collaborating with other professional disciplines.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Engineering Manager. This position exercises supervision over Architecture & Engineering personnel.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Determines workload priorities, assigns work and coordinates staff to ensure the timeliness and quality of work as well as adherence to local, state, and federal governmental regulations and other applicable rules and requirements. Monitors progress, reviews labor reports and reassigns workloads as required. Assists with the implementation, evaluation, and interpretation of department policies and procedures. Participates in hiring and recruitment, evaluates and supervises employee performance, recommends disciplinary action, and ensures proper training of staff. Identifies personnel issues and facilitates resolutions, mentors employees and provides guidance. Assists with approving leave requests, monitoring leave balances, verifying timecard accuracy, and approving employee timecards for processing.
- Manages facility electrical projects, including low and medium voltage systems. Provides instruction, assists with trouble shooting, and provides engineering solutions to electricians responsible for maintaining facility electrical systems. Maintains the Architecture & Engineering Division's, Building Design and Construction Standards for electrical system design and installation, ensuring compliance with current codes, ease of maintenance, safety requirements, and energy efficiency measures.
- Prepares work order estimates by developing a project scope and collaborating with user groups to identify requirements, timeframes, and budgets. Prepares electrical system cost estimates and project budgets, including design, construction, permit fees, and other applicable costs for review and approval.
- Manages facility electrical projects of various sizes, and as needed, manages projects outside the scope of electrical engineering, including major new structures and tenant improvement projects. Acts as a liaison between city agencies, design consultants, and contractors, ensuring effective communication and project coordination. Accepts fee proposals and bids for individual projects through on-call contracts. Reports design and construction progress to Management. Reviews the electrical systems of construction projects designed by on-call consultants to ensure they are energy efficient, cost effective, maintainable, and meet user group needs and city standards. Monitors projects to ensure adherence to project budgets and schedules by tracking expenditures, processing change orders and pay applications, and by updating project status.
- Collaborates with user groups to understand the needs of their renovation and construction projects and develops a scope of work used to create design fee requests for proposals. Reviews progress drawings and specifications for adherence to project scope and Building Design and Construction Standards. Attends design review meetings and site visits as required. Assists consultants with the permitting of drawings by working with Planning and Development Services Department counterparts.
- Prepares bid requests using on-call contracts, conducts pre-bid conferences, evaluates bids for completeness, answers contractor questions, and issues bid amendments. Provides recommendations to user groups based on the evaluation of received bids.
- Attends pre-construction and regular on-going construction meetings, conducts site visits as needed, and reviews various submittals for compliance with standards. Coordinates construction activities, resolves construction issues, and communicates project status with user groups. Ensures Architect's Supplemental Instructions (ASI) and Requests for Information (RFI) are completed by the responsible party and returned to the contractor. Conducts construction project audits and reviews as-builts at project end to ensure close-out activities of construction projects are complete.
- Provides in-house electrical engineering consulting services, including developing sealed contract documents, schematics, and specifications. Obtains permits for drawings sealed under their registration. Oversees the construction of their engineered work, whether performed by contractors or city electricians.
- Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
Working conditions as follows:
Some exposure to light physical or environmental conditions (noise, dust, weather, etc.).
All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's degree.
Work Experience: Three (3) years of directly related experience.
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Arizona or any other state that has reciprocity with Arizona.
Equivalency: Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience using AutoCAD.
Demonstrated experience with cost estimating.
Knowledge of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and International Building Codes.
POSITION DETAILS
Job Profile
J2020 - Electrical Engineer
To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click here.
Compensation Grade
G110
Hourly Range
$35.37 - 53.05 USD
The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
FLSA
Exempt
Position Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Department
General Services Department
Department Link
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Environmental-and-General-Services
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
ABOUT US
Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.
Citizenship: The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status.
City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/AffirmativeAction/Veterans/Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD
The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.
Recruiter Name
Demetria Zazueta (102395)
Recruiter Email
egsd_hr@tucsonaz.gov
For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.