TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL)

Transportation Electrical Engineer Department of Transportation

JC-519313

• Transportation Electrical Engineer

TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER

(ELECTRICAL) $6,488.00

• $12,152.

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:

6/7/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Under the direction of the Senior Transportation Electrical Engineer, Supervisor (Branch Chief, Electrical Systems), the Transportation Engineer, Electrical (Transportation Electrical Engineer) performs a wide variety of professional electrical and electronic engineering responsibilities in support of the Traffic Safety & Operations Division-Transportation Management Center. The incumbent supports the planning, design, operation, analysis, and performance of Transportation Management Systems (TMS). Duties include engineering analysis, system optimization, asset management, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to improve system reliability, mobility, and safety on the State Highway System. As the incumbent progresses in experience, assignments are more complex and may function as a lead person over the activities of various electrical and electronic engineering and technical personnel. Appointment to Range D requires possession of a valid certificate of registration as an electrical engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. PARF# 11-26-0263 / JC-519313 Candidates are required to review the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for this classification. If you meet MQs under Pattern II and require the TE Electrical in-person written hurdle exam, DO

NOT TAKE

the TE Electrical online exam prior to passing the written hurdle. Candidates who take the TE Electrical online exam prior to passing the written hurdle may negatively impact their hiring eligibility. Please contact the exam unit at askexams@dot.ca.gov for additional information prior to taking the online examination. For clarification on the education requirement of the minimum qualifications, please reach out to the Human Resources Contact prior to taking the online Training and Experience Evaluation. For a list of ABET accredited schools, please refer to this link: Find Programs | ABET. Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the

TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER

(ELECTRICAL) exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title. Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job.

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TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER

(ELECTRICAL) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-519313

Position #(s): 911-350-3609-003

Working Title:

Transportation Electrical Engineer

Classification:

TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER

(ELECTRICAL) $6,488.00

• $7,735.00 A $7,428.00
• $9,296.00 B $8,896.00
• $11,131.00 C $9,712.00
• $12,152.

00 D New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

San Diego County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time Department Information Caltrans Mission:

Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision:

A thriving and connected California. The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website:

www.dot.ca.gov

Director's EEO Policy:

https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director's EEO Policy Statement:

https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity Special Requirements As the incumbent progresses in experience, assignments are more complex and may function as a lead person over the activities of various electrical and electronic engineering and technical personnel. Appointment to Range D requires possession of a valid certificate of registration as an electrical engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle. Candidates selected for this position must successfully pass a Department of Justice background check and the incumbent is also required to sign CHP Form 101A annually. The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font. 1. Describe your knowledge and experience applying electrical or electronic engineering principles. Include specific examples of analyzing technical data, using engineering tools and software, and interpreting plans, diagrams, or specifications. 2. Describe your experience diagnosing and resolving electrical or electronic system issues. Include methods, tools, used, and outcomes. 3. Provide an example of a technical or operational problem you identified, the steps you took to evaluate the issue, the solution you recommended, and the results. 4. Describe how you communicate technical information effectively. Include examples of both verbal and written communication and how you collaborated with others to complete a project or resolve an issue. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.

org/members or https:

//aice-eval.org. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers. 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:

6/7/2026