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MasTec Inc

Electrical Engineer

Dublin, CA · On-site

Experience in utility operations, distribution engineering, grid analytics, wildfire mitigation, or asset management programs. * Familiarity with machine learning applications, predictive analytics ...

MasTec Inc

Electrical Engineer

Dublin, CA

Experience in utility operations, distribution engineering, grid analytics, wildfire mitigation, or asset management programs. * Familiarity with machine learning applications, predictive analytics ...

Intren West

Electrical Engineer

Dublin, CA

Experience in utility operations, distribution engineering, grid analytics, wildfire mitigation, or asset management programs. * Familiarity with machine learning applications, predictive analytics ...

MasTec Inc

Electrical Engineer

Dublin, CA

Experience in utility operations, distribution engineering, grid analytics, wildfire mitigation, or asset management programs. * Familiarity with machine learning applications, predictive analytics ...

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Honolulu, HI

Several (3-5) years wildfire mitigation, wildfire behavior modeling, wildfire planning, or wildfire mitigation program management. Role: Professional Number of Vacancies: 1 Location: Honolulu - Oahu ...

Frontline Wildfire Defense

$25 - $35/hr

... fire mitigation expert Harry Statter, Frontline developed the first fully integrated wildfire ... Equipment & Inventory Management * Maintain and organize inventory in company vehicles and storage ...

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How much do wildfire mitigation manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for wildfire mitigation manager in the United States is $98,854.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,000.00 and $119,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Wildfire Mitigation Manager?

A Wildfire Mitigation Manager is a professional responsible for developing and implementing strategies to reduce the risk and impact of wildfires in a specific area. They assess wildfire hazards, collaborate with local agencies and communities, and oversee projects such as controlled burns, vegetation management, and public education initiatives. Their work helps protect lives, property, and natural resources by proactively addressing wildfire risks and improving preparedness. Wildfire Mitigation Managers often work for government agencies, utilities, or private organizations in fire-prone regions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Wildfire Mitigation Manager, and why are they important?

To excel as a Wildfire Mitigation Manager, you need expertise in fire science, vegetation management, and risk assessment, typically supported by a degree in forestry, natural resources, or a related field. Familiarity with GIS mapping tools, wildfire modeling software, and relevant certifications such as Wildland Firefighter (NWCG) are commonly required. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help manage teams, collaborate with stakeholders, and develop effective mitigation strategies. These competencies are vital to reducing wildfire risks, ensuring public safety, and protecting natural resources.

What are some common challenges faced by Wildfire Mitigation Managers, and how can candidates prepare for them?

Wildfire Mitigation Managers often encounter challenges such as coordinating across multiple agencies, navigating regulatory requirements, and balancing community concerns with safety priorities. Candidates should be prepared to manage large-scale projects, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, and stay updated on the latest fire science and mitigation techniques. Strong project management skills and adaptability are key, as situations can change rapidly during wildfire seasons. Building relationships with local agencies and community members is also crucial for successful mitigation efforts.

What is the difference between Wildfire Mitigation Manager vs Wildfire Prevention Specialist?

AspectWildfire Mitigation ManagerWildfire Prevention Specialist
CertificationsFire management certifications, project managementFire safety, prevention certifications
Work EnvironmentField inspections, planning, team coordinationCommunity outreach, site assessments
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies, forestry, land managementFire departments, environmental agencies
Common Search IntentManaging wildfire risk, mitigation strategiesPreventing wildfires, safety education

The Wildfire Mitigation Manager focuses on planning and overseeing wildfire risk reduction projects, coordinating teams, and implementing mitigation strategies. In contrast, the Wildfire Prevention Specialist emphasizes community outreach, education, and conducting site assessments to prevent wildfires. Both roles are vital in wildfire management but differ in scope and daily responsibilities.

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Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer

MasTec Inc

Dublin, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

MasTec rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 150 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 78 rated construction

Job description

Overview
Company Summary

IW Professional Services Construction Management Solutions provides strategic engineering, program management, construction management, and operational consulting services supporting complex utility, infrastructure, and capital improvement programs. The company specializes in delivering technically driven solutions that improve operational performance, infrastructure reliability, safety, regulatory compliance, and long-term asset resiliency for public and private sector clients.

With expertise spanning electric utility operations, distribution engineering, wildfire mitigation, grid modernization, climate resilience, and operational strategy, IW Professional Services partners with organizations to execute critical infrastructure initiatives from planning through implementation. The firm supports clients through integrated project delivery, technical oversight, field coordination, risk management, and data-driven operational analysis.

IW Professional Services is committed to delivering scalable, innovative, and sustainable solutions that enhance system reliability, operational efficiency, and customer-focused outcomes while supporting evolving energy and infrastructure demands.

Position Summary

IW Professional Services is seeking a highly analytical and technically proficient Electrical Engineer with expertise in electric distribution systems, grid operations, and predictive asset analytics. The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in distribution engineering principles, including overhead and underground distribution infrastructure, line equipment, protective devices, feeder operations, and distribution power flow analysis.

This role focuses on leveraging advanced analytics, smart meter interval data, operational telemetry, and predictive alert systems to identify emerging asset health risks and prioritize transformer and distribution line defects. The Electrical Engineer will support reliability and wildfire mitigation initiatives by transforming complex operational and asset datasets into actionable engineering insights that improve grid resiliency, operational efficiency, and risk reduction.

The position requires close collaboration with Field Operations, Protection & Control (P&C), Distribution Engineering, Asset Management, and data science teams to validate predictive modeling outputs, improve detection accuracy, reduce false positives, and support data-driven operational decision-making. Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities are critical to success in this role.


Responsibilities
  • Analyze smart meter interval data, SCADA data, operational telemetry, and predictive alert outputs to identify and prioritize potential transformer and electric distribution system defects.
  • Develop engineering-driven insights to support asset health monitoring, reliability improvement initiatives, and wildfire risk mitigation strategies.
  • Evaluate overhead and underground distribution line conditions, transformer performance indicators, and protective device behaviors using operational and historical system data.
  • Perform distribution engineering analysis including feeder loading evaluation, circuit behavior assessment, and power flow interpretation to support operational recommendations.
  • Utilize large-scale datasets, including historical defect records, inspection reports, outage data, and operational performance metrics, to improve predictive model accuracy and reduce false positive rates.
  • Collaborate with data analytics, machine learning, and engineering teams to validate and refine predictive algorithms and anomaly detection methodologies.
  • Partner with Field Operations, Protection & Control (P&C), Distribution Planning, and Asset Management teams to investigate field conditions and validate engineering assessments.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and technical investigations related to transformer failures, line defects, and abnormal distribution system behavior.
  • Support development of engineering recommendations, risk prioritization frameworks, and corrective action plans based on predictive analytics findings.
  • Prepare technical reports, engineering summaries, and operational recommendations for internal stakeholders and leadership teams.
  • Participate in field visits, operational reviews, and engineering assessments as required.
  • Ensure compliance with utility engineering standards, operational procedures, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
  • This position will or may require driving 

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • Strong knowledge of electric distribution systems, including:
    • Overhead and underground distribution infrastructure
    • Distribution line equipment
    • Protective relaying and protective device coordination
    • Transformer operations and asset behavior
    • Electric distribution operations
    • Distribution power flow analysis
  • Experience interpreting smart meter data, operational telemetry, or utility asset performance data.
  • Experience working with large datasets and performing engineering or operational data analysis.
  • Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving capabilities with attention to technical detail.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional environment with engineering, operations, and technical stakeholders.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical findings clearly and concisely.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and engineering/data analysis tools.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout PG&E service territory as required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in utility operations, distribution engineering, grid analytics, wildfire mitigation, or asset management programs.
  • Familiarity with machine learning applications, predictive analytics, anomaly detection, or data modeling within utility environments.
  • Knowledge of SCADA systems, AMI infrastructure, GIS platforms, outage management systems (OMS), or utility asset management systems.
  • Experience supporting reliability engineering, system protection, or grid modernization initiatives.
  • EIT certification or progress toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred.
  • Experience working within regulated utility environments and utility operational standards.

Hourly Range: $69.50/hr to $72.86/hr 

Benefits: 

Full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefit plan which includes the following: 

  • 401(k) Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Paid time off

Intren West, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. 

Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • Strong knowledge of electric distribution systems, including:
    • Overhead and underground distribution infrastructure
    • Distribution line equipment
    • Protective relaying and protective device coordination
    • Transformer operations and asset behavior
    • Electric distribution operations
    • Distribution power flow analysis
  • Experience interpreting smart meter data, operational telemetry, or utility asset performance data.
  • Experience working with large datasets and performing engineering or operational data analysis.
  • Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving capabilities with attention to technical detail.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional environment with engineering, operations, and technical stakeholders.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical findings clearly and concisely.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and engineering/data analysis tools.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout PG&E service territory as required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in utility operations, distribution engineering, grid analytics, wildfire mitigation, or asset management programs.
  • Familiarity with machine learning applications, predictive analytics, anomaly detection, or data modeling within utility environments.
  • Knowledge of SCADA systems, AMI infrastructure, GIS platforms, outage management systems (OMS), or utility asset management systems.
  • Experience supporting reliability engineering, system protection, or grid modernization initiatives.
  • EIT certification or progress toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred.
  • Experience working within regulated utility environments and utility operational standards.

Hourly Range: $69.50/hr to $72.86/hr 

Benefits: 

Full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefit plan which includes the following: 

  • 401(k) Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Paid time off

Intren West, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. 

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