Electrical Engineer (0480U), Facilities Services

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We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.

Facilities Services strives to continuously improve the campus in partnership with all members of the University community to ensure that classrooms, laboratories, and offices support teaching, learning and research. Through the efforts of over 500 dedicated staff members, Facilities Services manages the asset management program custodial services, maintenance operations, engineering and technical services, environmental services, grounds operations, the Cal Zero Waste program, the Campus Building Department, and the campus utility systems, including the cogeneration plant. The scope of the Facilities Services reaches across campus and is closely connected to the activities of staff, building managers, other campus departments and campus leadership.

The First Review Date for this job is: March 14, 2023

• Provide technical support to the Utilities HV Electric Shop and the Building Electric Shop.
• Must have familiarity with the following equipment: 115 kV Outdoor Substation Equipment; Power Transformers; 12 kV Vacuum Circuit Breakers; Protective Relaying Schemes; Unit Substations; Underground 12 kV Distribution.
• Collaborates with department leadership on development of space planning; evaluates and advises on the design and allocation.
• Make recommendations regarding size, orientation, layout, and clearances for new electrical rooms that will be constructed in new or remodeled buildings.
• Reviews building management procedures and recommends changes; ensures currency, relevance and adherence to internal and external regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for performing and/or overseeing engineering studies such as: Short Circuit, Coordination, Load Flow, and Load Growth.
• Works with Campus occupants to plan space that accommodates non-routine systems and/or research or specialized equipment, and hazardous materials storage and disposal.
• Perform Plan Review for 12 kV and building electrical services undergoing replacement or upgrade.
• Develops budgets for management review to include moves with significant building infra-structure upgrades.
• Perform updates to Capital Renewal Projects Lists, and other lists of future potential projects that are needed to maintain a sound electrical system on campus.
• Provide rough cost estimates for those projects.
• Works with internal and external agencies/contractors as needed in regards to existing contract terms or to solicit or negotiate contracts.
• Write specifications and coordinate with purchasing department to select bids for maintenance and repair work.
• Provides planning and coordination for construction and alteration of projects on a continuing basis.
• Provide technical assistance to the Construction and Design Project Managers for ongoing projects.
• Coordinates emergency repairs during and after work hours.
• Consult with UC crews and/or contractor crews to perform emergency repairs.
• Provide technical assistance so that repairs may be performed efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Coordinates with multiple units throughout campus to provide a safe and secure facilities environment.
• Work with the following groups: Utility High Voltage Shop; Electric Shop; Real Estate Division Project Managers; Facilities Services Management Team; and, Campus Departments, including LBNL and PG&E, to achieve a safe and reliable electrical distribution system.

• Expert written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, including expert level political acumen and negotiation skills.
• Expert knowledge of design and construction, contract administration and California Building Codes, including expert understanding of industry practices or highly specialized and critical disciplines.
• Expert project management skills to effectively manage highly complex projects or highly specialized and critical components of projects with a significant impact on campus.
• Expert skill in building, maintaining and nurturing strong professional relationships to achieve short and long range program implementation goals.
• Expert knowledge in electrical engineering.
• Expert skill in promoting, advancing and implementing programs within area of expertise.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft office.
• Expert analytical, organizational, project management and problem recognition/ avoidance/ resolution skills.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution and/or equivalent training or experience.
• Minimum 7 years of experience on 12kv distribution operations or in combination with design and/or construction and/or equivalent training or experience.

License / Certification

• State of CA Professional Engineering license required.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $145,000.00 - $165,000.00.

• This is a full-time (40 hours/week), career position, and eligible for full UC benefits.
• This is an exempt, monthly paid position. The annual salary is commensurate with experience.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

A valid driver's license and DMV check for driving record is required.

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

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