Electrical Engineer - Materials Representative

Description

• Participate in review of new electrical products, authorized material lists, facility audits and source inspection visits as needed to support Caltrans’ QA efforts.
• Track project resources and work with appropriate State staff to manage resource requests as needed.
• Conduct outreach to METS’ customers, which includes giving technical presentations and providing training on electrical processes and technical support services.
• Support analysis of testing results for electrical inspections including ground fault, grounding resistance, insulation resistance, continuity, and load testing.
• Assist in the coordination and review of fabrication shop quality control processes, and submittals.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure proper documentation of inspections, communications, and QA activities.
• Assist in coordinating and conducting source inspections of service cabinets, electrical components, equipment, and materials.
• Support internal outreach, technical training, and awareness around inspection requirements and material compliance.
• Report on project and program progress to METS senior management on the following:
• Hold regular meetings with METS staff from regional offices to brief on project issues and provide cross-training.
• Ensure electrical submittals are reviewed and approved before start of construction.
• Support quality assurance activities for electrical materials and systems on transportation projects.
• Document inspection findings and contribute to the preparation of reports and tracking of project QA metrics.
• Provide on-site and remote support to project teams by verifying proper installation and location of electrical equipment and systems.
• Perform review of materials management records for various projects. Travel to project offices for face-to-face meetings.
• Maintain standards and consistency while minimizing the impact on work schedule and cost.
• Make objective and reasonable materials engineering decisions related to ensuring materials and products used in State construction projects comply with contract requirements including performing project engineering reviews to identify material-related issues that may affect project quality.
• Support METS’ customers, including Resident Engineers (REs), Structure Representatives (SRs), and District Materials Engineers (DMEs), with inspection planning and technical questions.
• Review and interpret electrical plans, specifications, and contract documents to help verify compliance.
• Manage and track metrics on project and program efforts.
• Review and provide comments on office guidance and manuals as requested by METS.
• Participate in technical committees as assigned by METS.
• Coordinate workload with office staff as needed.
• Assist with identifying and resolving material-related concerns in coordination with project stakeholders.

Requirements

• Experience with METS/Caltrans preferred.
• Licensed Electrical Professional Engineer (PE) registered in the State of California.
• Strong written/verbal communication skills and ability to develop and give technical presentations.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the construction/engineering industry, public works, or large industrial construction projects with a focus on Electrical Materials Quality Assurance and Source Inspection.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Ability to use and interpret contract documents, drawings, schedule, and quality control plans.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work in the client office Monday thru Friday
• Ability to travel through California and out-of-state as needed.
• Basic knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing public works construction contracting.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and time management skills.
• Understanding of document management systems.
• Familiarity with project reporting and creation of monthly project metrics.

Benefits

• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• 401(k) Plan (employer matching program)
• Generous Education Allowance
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Dental Insurance - MetLife
• Competitive PTO
• Bonus Programs
• Medical Insurance - United Healthcare and Kaiser
• Vision Plan - VSP
• Life Insurance
• Company Vehicle (depending on assignment)
• Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
• Profit Sharing
• Wellness Rewards Program

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance