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Senior Power Engineer

Ukiah, CA · On-site

$137K - $171K/yr

General direction is provided by the Electric Utility Director. Leadership responsibilities include ... Responsibilities include system design, operation, and asset management for the electric ...

General direction is provided by the Electric Utility Director. Leadership responsibilities include ... Responsibilities include system design, operation, and asset management for the electric ...

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Do workers at General Electric get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
80% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Does General Electric pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
73% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

At General Electric, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
67% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from General Electric affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
94% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at General Electric?

Most people get paid time off work.
91% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 75% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 13% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Do workers at General Electric worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
89% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do General Electric workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
47% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and March 2026.

How easy is it for General Electric workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
55% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at General Electric?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 80 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do General Electric managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
86% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do jobs at General Electric spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
9% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at General Electric?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
97% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is working at General Electric good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
72% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at General Electric feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
73% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at General Electric get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
90% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at General Electric?

Some people feel stressed out here.
53% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at General Electric enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
85% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 75 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at General Electric recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
36% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at General Electric?

Most people got enough training when they started.
78% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at General Electric?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 74% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 77 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people think General Electric’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
70% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 79 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how General Electric is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
37% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 82 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
Infographic showing various Operations job openings at Ge in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 92% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Senior Power Engineer

City of Ukiah, CA

Ukiah, CA • On-site

$137K - $171K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Salary : $137,425.60 - $171,204.80 Annually
Location : City Hall, Ukiah, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-19
Department: Electric Utility
Opening Date: 03/27/2026
DESCRIPTION
$10,000 Housing Incentive
Negotiable Signing Bonus, Relocation Incentives, and Vacation Bank / Sick Leave Transfer
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This position provides an opportunity for professional advancement as the City prepares for long-term succession in Utility leadership.
Recruitments posted as "Continuous" are subject to close at any time following an initial two-week posting period. Upon closing, the applications received will be screened and notices will be sent to the applicants regarding the status of their application.
This is an exempt, management-level position in the Electric Utility Department. General direction is provided by the Electric Utility Director. Leadership responsibilities include the direct supervision over assigned personnel, which may include various consultants and/or contractors. This position is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the engineering activities of the Electric Department. Responsibilities include system design, operation, and asset management for the electric distribution system which includes the substation(s), distribution system, hydroelectric plant, SCADA, and advanced metering infrastructure.
The Senior Power Engineer provides highly responsible and technical staff assistance to the Electric Utility Director, and assists in the coordination of operations and maintenance activities of the utility department and outside agencies, as needed. The Senior Power Engineer must work closely and effectively with the Electric Operations Superintendent providing highly responsive technical support to assist in the efficient and prudent operation of the Electric Department.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The examples of work performed are neither restricted to nor all-encompassing of the duties to be performed under this job title.
  • Provide technical assistance to engineering, technical services, and field staff as well as customers to identify and solve various problems related to construction, operation, and delivery of power.
  • Work closely with the Electric Operations Superintendent in the review and evaluation of work methods and procedures.
  • Review project plans and drawings with supervisors and other staff as appropriate; recommend changes based on field observations and operational requirements; provide technical advice and assistance on difficult work problems.
  • Research and develop material specifications and standards for electric equipment and construction practices.
  • Perform system protection and coordination studies and review system protection equipment settings and operations, adjusting as necessary to provide a highly reliable distribution system.
  • Complete distribution modeling including underground and overhead distribution systems design, voltage drop/correction, load flow, power factor correction, and system protection.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of and oversee the implementation of local, state, and federal regulatory compliance activities related to area of assignment.
  • Assist and support the Electric Operations Superintendent in the development, review, and updating of safety training, procedures, and standard operating procedures.
  • Perform a variety of advanced technical and professional engineering tasks using sound engineering judgment, including project planning, analysis, design, construction management, and contract administration; special studies and report preparation for various utility construction projects related to distribution line, metering, substation, and power engineering.
  • Assists in the preparation of the capital improvement plans and budget.
  • Assists in the preparation of presentations and at times will be required to attend meetings outside of normal business hours.
  • Serve as construction manager for various large or technical electric projects; oversee preparation of bid documents; oversee contractor performance and compliance with project plans and specifications; coordinate, schedule, and oversee specialty inspections; review and approve payment requests and review technical submittals; prepare and/or oversee the preparation of project documents including project justifications, budget analyses, preliminary cost estimates, and schedule.
  • Prepare reports, presentations, analyses, and estimates for new or modified services and facilities, as well as long range maintenance and capital improvement needs; justify and recommend specific proposals and projects; participate in the preparation of the Capital Improvement Plan and budget of the utility; prepare the budget recommendations including projecting project costs, staffing needs, and anticipated expenditures by fiscal year with detailed breakdowns and justification as assigned.
  • Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
  • Develop and implement division goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and metrics to operate the Electric department using best practices.
  • Direct, oversee, and participate in the development of the Electric Operations work plan; prioritize work activities, projects, and programs; monitor and correct workflow issues.
  • Manage the activities and operations of the Engineering division of the Electric Utility Department; develop and implement goals, objectives, policies and procedures to enable the division to meet the business goals of the Department and the City.
  • Direct and manage day-to-day operation of the Engineering department and assist in the work load management of the Electrical Department.
  • Identify and implement necessary system expansions/modifications to provide sufficient capacity and quality of power to serve new and existing loads under both normal and emergency conditions.
  • Prepare multi-year capital improvement plans and budget.
  • Prepare presentations and present at meetings outside normal business hours. Represent the Department to outside agencies and organizations, participate in outside community and professional groups and committees.
  • Recommend the assignment of work, provide or coordinate staff training, conduct performance evaluations, implement discipline procedures as required, and maintain high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the Department.
  • Manage the operation and maintenance of the 3.5 MW hydroelectric generation plant.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
  • Principles and practices of electrical engineering as applied to the design and construction of an electrical power transmission and distribution (T&D) system.
  • Methods and materials used in the construction, operation, and maintenance of an electrical (T&D) system.
  • Safety practices and State and Federal regulations relating to T&D system operation, maintenance, and construction.
  • Computer applications: MS Office, Computer Aided Drafting, and distribution system analysis software.
  • Principles and practices of organization, administration, budget, and personnel management.
  • Pertinent State, Federal, and local rules, regulations, and ordinances.

Ability to:
  • Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with Federal and State laws, regulations, and policies.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, orally, and in writing.
  • Perform technical electrical engineering work of a complex nature.
  • Review plans and documents for conformance to regulations.
  • Develop design drawings for customers and construction teams.
  • Gather data and make accurate engineering computations.
  • Prepare plans and specifications, neatly, and accurately.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
  • Tolerate changes in outside temperature from winter to summer and tolerate dust, pollen, wind, and rain.
  • Sit or stand for long periods of time.
  • Walk on uneven or steep ground.
  • Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.
  • Work flexible hours when required.

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in electrical engineering, preferably Power Engineering.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer in California or ability to obtain P.E. License in two years required.
  • Five years of increasingly responsible experience in electrical engineering work in the Electric Utility industry. Supervisory experience desirable.

SELECTION PROCEDURE
Applications must be filled out completely. Resumes submitted in lieu of completing an application will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed by a screening committee and those applicants who appear to be among the best qualified will be selected for the examination process. This process may include a variety of techniques designed to test applicants' knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the job. An eligibility list will be established by ranking candidates by their overall score and a selection will be made from the candidates on this list. All employment offers are subject to a City-paid physical examination and a thorough reference and background check.
In accordance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, the City must verify, once an employment offer has been made, that all persons have written proof of their right to work in the United States.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the testing process, please notify the Human Resources Department in advance at (707) 463-6244 so your request may be reviewed prior to the occurrence of the test.
The City of Ukiah is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce.
Continually working to promote diversity, equity, transparency, and justice through the adoption and implementation of City practices, policies, and procedures.
The City of Ukiah offers a competative benefits package to all full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees may receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
To learn more details, contact us at personnel@cityofukiah.com.