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Electrical Engineer Distribution Engineering – Power Enterprise – SFPUC (5241) (155779)

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• Application Opening: Original date 5/6/2025 – New date 10/6/2025
• Application Filing Deadline: Original deadline 5/23/2025 – New deadline 11/6/2025 (no need to apply again if you already did)
• Recruitment ID: RTF0155###-####242

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• Application Opening: Original date 5/6/2025 – New date 10/6/2025
• Application Filing Deadline: Original deadline 5/23/2025 – New deadline 11/6/2025 (no need to apply again if you already did)
• Recruitment ID: RTF0155###-####242

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Temporary Exempt: This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. The duration of the appointment shall not exceed 36 months.

WHO ARE WE?

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) is headquartered in San Francisco and employs 2,300 people across eight counties, serving more than 2.7 million customers in the Bay Area 24‑hour/365‑day/year.

Our Mission: To provide our customers with high‑quality, efficient, and reliable water, power, and wastewater services while valuing environmental and community interests and sustaining the resources entrusted to us.Our Vision: An innovative utility leader recognized for excellent results in service, safety, stewardship, and inclusiveness.

We are an award‑winning, industry‑leading organization committed to our customers, community interests, and the environment. To learn more about our organization visit

Division Description

The Power Enterprise Division supplies clean, renewable electricity to San Francisco residents and businesses through Hetch Hetchy Power and CleanPowerSF. It also manages street and pedestrian lighting.

Role Description

Under general direction, the 5241 Electrical Engineer works in the Distribution Engineering group, performing engineering tasks and assignments related to electric service interconnections. The group focuses on customer service and resolving technical and contractual issues.

The grid‑planning engineer will design, analyze, and optimize SFPUC's owned electric utility grids, requiring expertise in power analysis, capital improvement planning, and system coordination studies, including arc‑flash reporting.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in electrical engineering with a focus on electric utilities and system coordination.

Project name: Grid Planning and AnalysisEssential Functions

• Create and maintain SFPUC's electric system models.
• Perform engineering analysis of requested interconnections to SFPUC's infrastructure.
• Provide good customer service; clearly communicate grid requirements with stakeholders.
• Keep records and track interconnection agreements (solar, grid, etc.).
• Perform power‑quality investigations, site assessments, and field inspections.
• Prepare analysis, planning, and engineering design documents, cost estimates, and construction drawings for customer interconnection to the City‑owned electric distribution system.
• Assure compliance with utility practices, codes, and standards.
• Provide technical assistance and operational guidance for maintenance of existing transmission and distribution systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Relationships

The position will not supervise people initially, but may assist with supervising classes 5207, 5203, and 5201 when workload increases. It will also work with other Power Enterprise divisions.

Nature Of The Work

The grid‑connections engineer integrates new interconnection projects into SFPUC's owned and operated electrical system, performing tasks such as:

• Grid feasibility studies: evaluate voltage levels, fault currents, and capacity constraints.
• Interconnection design: design the interface between customer equipment and the grid.
• Regulatory compliance: ensure proposals meet national grid codes, utility requirements, and safety regulations.
• System planning: periodically review aggregate load and plan system improvements.

How To QualifyExperience and Training Guidelines

• Five (5) years of verifiable professional electrical engineering work experience, including at least two (2) years equivalent to the 5207 Associate Engineer level or higher.
• Possession of a California Professional Engineer license in electrical engineering.

Desirable Qualifications

• Working knowledge of power system analysis (load flow, fault level, stability).
• Familiarity with grid codes and interconnection standards (IEC, IEEE, PG&E).
• Protection systems, SCADA, and automation knowledge.
• Proficiency in power system simulation tools such as SKM PowerTools or ETAP.
• Experience in renewable interconnections.

Every application is reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications listed above. In case of verification of education or experience, applicants may be required to submit documentation during the recruitment process.

Note: Falsification of education, training, or experience may result in disqualification for this and future opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco

• Information About the Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Veterans Preference
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

Applicants will receive confirmation emails from ...@careers.sf.gov once their online application is received. Failure to receive this email may indicate that the application was not submitted or received.

How To Apply

Applications are accepted only through the online process. Visit to begin the application process.

• Select the “I'm Interested” button and follow on‑screen instructions.
• Ensure your registered email is accurate and up‑to‑date; blocked emails may prevent receipt of confirmation.

For questions regarding this recruitment or application process, contact the job analyst Rocio Mendoza at ...@sfwater.org.

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission encourages women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply. All applicants will be considered regardless of protected categories under the law.