ASSOCIATE HYDROELECTRIC POWER UTILITY ENGINEER
Sacramento County, CA, USA
USD 9,713-12,151 / month
Job Posting: Associate Project Development Engineer
Department of Water Resources
ASSOCIATE HYDROELECTRIC POWER UTILITY ENGINEER
$9,713.00 - $12,151.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 7/13/2026
Job Description and Duties
Under direction of the Project Development Section Manager, the incumbent is responsible for conducting assignments related to the operations and maintenance, installation, construction, and design analysis of major electrical and electromechanical systems for large generators and power distribution systems. Work may involve construction inspection, contract administration, and project management support for work on State Power Augmentation Program (SPAP), Electricity Supply Strategic Reliability Reserve Program (ESSRRP) and other programs under Statewide Energy Office (SWEO). Support technical reviews and provide recommendations to SWEO Management and related coordination with State and local agencies. In addition, the incumbent will help develop policies and standards for operations and maintenance consistent with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) recommendation and site procedures. Support future site comprehensive assessments for practicality and feasibility for additional generation capability.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.Additional Documents
Position Details
Department Information
Executive Division, Statewide Energy Office (SWEO), Acquisition and Development Branch, Project Development Section, Sacramento
Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California’s water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.
At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state’s people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.
DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR’s equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Department Website: https://water.ca.gov/
Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR’s Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via https://water.ca.gov/About/Careers.
Special Requirements
- Field inspections may require travel via air travel or other means of transportation
- Work may require driving a vehicle on public roadways and/or uneven terrain to remote areas. Must possess a valid driver's license to drive a personal or State vehicle on public or private roadways
- Employee is required to successfully complete all training related to the functions of the job to match the duty statement
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 7/13/2026Who May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Statement of Qualifications - See Special Instructions for additional details.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience in supporting power-related contract administration, construction, installation and commissioning
- Experience supporting the planning, coordination, execution, and closeout of power-related projects.
- Knowledge and experience in inspections related to construction, commissioning/startups, troubleshooting, and maintenance
- Experience in Electrical, Mechanical, or control system design integration, including drawing reviews
- Experience with the Bulk Electric System, familiarity with CAISO and/or other Balancing Authority areas, and knowledge of regulatory and industry standards
- Knowledge of renewable and emerging energy technologies
- Experience in presenting, clear communication, and writing technical reports
Benefits
Click here to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees.
Personal Leave Program 2025: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
May Khang
(916) 291-8305
may.khang@water.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:Office of Civil Rights
(916) 653-6952
civilrights@water.ca.gov
Special Instructions
To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678) and Statement of Qualifications. Please reference SAP Position# 50099255 and Job Control# 515009 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.
Statement of Qualifications - A 2-page maximum typed document labeled “Statement of Qualifications” as the title and in Arial 12-point font explaining how the applicant's education, knowledge, skills, and experience qualify them for the position. Failure to provide requested documents and information may result in automatic disqualification from the hiring process.
The hiring unit will receive only the documents specified in the Required Application Package Documents section.
The following basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, SROA/Surplus, and training and development assignment.
Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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Examination/Assessment
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List eligibility can be established by taking and passing the examination/assessment.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
