- Salary
- $7k – $8k/mo
- Location
- Oahu, HI, HI, US
- Department
- Engineering
- Education
- Master
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Powering Safe Buildings for our Ohana
From designing to approving, bring your expertise to Honolulu's building! The Department of Planning & Permitting (DPP), Building Division, Electrical Code Branch, is seeking an independent Electrical Engineer to review moderately difficult electrical plans and specifications, including those for multi-family dwellings, commercial structures, electric vehicle charging stations, and photovoltaic systems. In this role, you will ensure that the plans comply with accepted electrical engineering practices, applicable electrical codes, and pertinent ordinances.
What You Will Do
- Review electrical plans, specifications, and calculations for compliance with safety and code requirements
- Work with architects, engineers, and the public to answer questions and ensure electrical designs meet code.
- Work with electrical inspectors to ensure field installations match approved electrical plans and code requirements.
Enjoy 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 much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.
Apply today and join the team that keeps all Honolulu homes and buildings safe and code-compliant.
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EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited four year college or university with a bachelor's degree in an engineering specialty.
Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Two (2) years of non-registered professional (post-bachelor's degree) electrical engineering experience.
Desirable Electrical Engineering Experience:
- Experience reviewing or designing electrical systems for buildings for building infrastructure
- Familiarity with electrical codes and plan review processes
Applicable Skills Needed:
Ability to apply electrical engineering principles and practices
Proficiency in evaluating electrical system designs and methods
Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply the National Electrical Code
Skill in reviewing electrical plans and specifications for buildings and structures
Strong ability to analyze electrical designs and verify technical computations for accuracy and safety
Experience preparing engineering reports and written correspondence
Proven ability to communicating effectively with engineers, architects, contractors, and the public
A Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited four-year college/university may be substituted for one year of non-registered professional electrical engineering experience. The substitution must be met at the time of the application in order to be considered. Refer to the information listed above under “Education Verification” for the crediting of any relevant education.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Possession of an appropriate valid driver's license, as required.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.
Skills
Compliance
