Systems Electrical Engineer (II-Sr.)

Position Title :

Systems Electrical Engineer (II-Sr.)

Job Posting Closing Date :

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

[Applications will be considered in the order they are submitted.]

Provo City is looking for a full-time Utility Electrical Engineer to provide professional engineering work responsible to coordinate, plan, design, estimate, and prepare specifications for building electrical distribution / transmission systems in Provo City’s Energy department. Civic-minded individuals interested in supporting these services provided to the residents of Provo City are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Details

What is the compensation?

(G37, G40) $90,592 - $144,567 per annum (depending on experience)

Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks : free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, a Provo Library card, 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course, a 4 / 10 work schedule​, and others. For more information about benefits click here.

What are the main duties?

Prepare specifications and perform engineering design for electrical systems, including transmission and distribution lines, substations, and related facilities.

Conduct electrical system analyses and studies (load flow, short circuit, load forecasting, relay and fuse coordination, etc.).

Review, approve, and maintain complex electrical plans, models, and records, ensuring compliance with applicable standards, codes, and NERC reliability requirements.

Oversee updates to electrical maps, as-built drawings, and system documentation.

Plan, coordinate, and manage assigned capital improvement projects (CIP) to ensure adherence to specifications, timelines, and budgets.

Develop detailed project plans, monitor progress, and provide regular status and cost reports.

Coordinate with consultants, contractors, utilities, developers, and internal crews to ensure project efficiency and cost effectiveness.

Maintain full accountability for project budgets, schedules, staffing, and resources.

Recommend and implement system operating procedures.

Monitor system performance, reliability, and cost effectiveness.

Conduct field inspections, testing, and troubleshooting for operational and power quality issues.

Support construction management, inventory, and field operations as needed.

Supervise and train assigned personnel, including scheduling, workload management, performance evaluation, and discipline when required.

Assist in staffing decisions and may serve as Acting Operations Manager when needed.

Participate in departmental strategic planning and recommend projects to enhance system integrity and efficiency.

Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and construction / reliability standards to support consistent project and operational quality.

Ensure compliance with all regulatory and safety standards.

Perform related duties and support lower-level staff as required.

What are the minimum qualifications? (Please click the links below for the full classification specifications.)

Provo City will honor equivalent combinations of job-related education / experience [substituting each 1 year of post-secondary education / training for 6 months of experience] as meeting minimum qualifications.

At All Levels

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.

A valid, lawful Driver License is required.

Level II (https : / / www.provo.gov / DocumentCenter / View / 505 / Systems-Electrical-Engineer-II-PDF)

Three years of experience at Systems Electrical Engineer I level.

Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certificate.

Senior (https : / / www.provo.gov / DocumentCenter / View / 522 / Senior-Systems-Electrical-Engineer-PDF)

Four years of experience at Systems Electrical Engineer II level.

State Professional Engineer license is required (State of Utah within one year).

What is the selection process?

This position is open until filled and will be closed when sufficient, qualified applications to proceed with a competitive selection process have been received (at least seven days). Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities. To deliver on those priorities, the Administration developed a brand promise to establish the high standards of our community identifies as the Provo Pillars : Welcoming, Safe and Sound, Economically Vibrant, and Forward Looking, together we are building a strong foundation for a community that is honored both nationally and locally. Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. Provo has been awarded the “Best Performing City” three years in a row, and we were ranked the ‘Best Run City in America’ by WalletHub for 2025. Visit provo.gov to learn more!

Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Full Time / Part Time :

Full time

Position Type : Regular

Scheduled Hours : 40

It is the policy of Provo City to select, develop, and promote employees based on their ability and job performance. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of the City to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer / employee relations without regard to race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition; age; national origin; disability; sexual orientation; or gender identity. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee's compensation; benefits; terms and conditions of employment; and opportunities for promotion, training and development, transfer, and other privileges of employment. It has been, and shall continue to be, the City's policy to maintain a working environment free of discrimination and intimidation. It is further the policy of the City to comply in good faith with applicable local, state, and federal statutes concerning Equal Employment Opportunity.

Employment with Provo City offers a variety of opportunities to start and grow an exciting career serving your community, including in public safety, utility services, leisure services, administration, and other areas. Opportunities are always available, so apply today to be a part of Provo’s team!