Chief Electrical Engineer
Talascend is currently seeking a Chief Electrical Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in Thousand Oaks, California.
Overview
The Chief Electrical Engineer will supervise and direct electrical maintenance personnel in installation, repair, and maintenance of all electrical systems and power distribution equipment. This person will be responsible for supervision of the electrical and lighting operations teams on assigned shift.
Responsibilities
- Supervises and directs electrical maintenance staff on assigned shifts and monitors performance of their electrical system responsibilities.
- Performs and/or directs electrical service requests, ensuring work is accomplished efficiently with minimal power disruptions and building downtime.
- Follows up with proper system testing and documentation.
- Diagnoses malfunctioning electrical equipment including power distribution panels, transformers, motors and lighting systems.
- Determines corrective action required to restore electrical systems to satisfactory operating condition.
- Provides electrical training and supervision aimed at expanding the capabilities of the electrical operations staff.
- Supervises electrical preventative maintenance programs.
- Ensures compliance with NEC, OSHA electrical safety standards, and departmental policies for safe handling of electrical systems.
- Implements lockout/tagout procedures and arc flash safety protocols.
- Maintains clean and electrically safe work environments.
Qualifications
- Minimum high school diploma required.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial/industrial electrical maintenance and building systems.
- Minimum 5 years of electrical supervisory experience.
- Preferred: Associate degree in electrical technology or related field.
Requirements
- Experience as journeyman electrician with strong skills in building automation systems, life safety electrical systems, power distribution, and motor control systems required.
- Must be proficient in electrical diagnostic software, building automation systems, and basic computer applications such as MS Office and email.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills required.
- Able to interact effectively with all organizational levels and outside electrical contractors, consulting engineers, and equipment vendors.
- Knowledge of electrical codes, safety regulations, and industry best practices essential.
Preferred Requirements
- Exposure to electrical systems integration with HVAC controls, fire alarm systems, security systems, and emergency power systems.
- Completion of electrical apprenticeship program or equivalent electrical trades training.
- Current electrical license (journeyman or master electrician).
Shift
M-F, 7am-3pm, overtime and weekends based on business needs.
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We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Drug Screen may be required.
We will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to Federal, State and Local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Talascend is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. To find out more visit California Fair Chance Act.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
