Job Description

Jump start your Electrical Engineering Career today!

Ready to learn how electrical engineering supports traffic control signals systems and keeps roadways moving safely? The Department of Transportation Services (DTS) ,

Transportation Technology Division , Traffic Control Center Branch, is seeking an entry-level

Electrical Engineer who is eager to learn and grow while performing engineering work related to traffic signals systems. You will assist with electrical engineering work involving the design, preparation, and review of construction plans, support project management activities, assist with traffic signal timing plans, and help review and recommend approval of trenching permits. This position offers hands-on experience with real-world transportation infrastructure under the guidance of licensed engineers.

What You Will Do

• Review simple traffic signal and traffic camera plans and specifications for compliance with City standards
• Assist with investigations and reviews of traffic signal operations to improve and optimized signal timing
• Monitor traffic conditions related to incidents, construction and special events to help recommend signal timing adjustments

Special Work Requirements

• Attend neighborhood board and community meetings
• Work on weekends, holidays and outside normal working hours when necessary
• Perform shift work during emergency events or during Emergency Operation Center activation
• Requires unescorted access to the Joint Traffic Management Center (JTMC)
• A fingerprint-based national criminal history record check is required prior to assignment according to HRS 846-2.7 (b)(37) and JTMC Policy No. 2016-B.06

Career Progression

This position offers opportunities for career growth within the Electrical Engineering series, with advancement from Electrical Engineer I through Electrical Engineer III position without a State of Hawaii (SOH) Electrical Engineer license. Additional advancement may be possible upon obtaining a SOH Electrical Engineer license.

The Career progression is as follows:Class TitleSalary RangeCurrent PayElectrical Engineer I EN-18$5,596Electrical Engineer IIEN-20$6,043Electrical Engineer IIIEN-22$6,528Electrical Engineer IV EN-24$8,061 (SOH PE required) Electrical Engineer VEN-26$8,706 (SOH PE required)

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting

Apply today and let DTS help you start your journey on a smooth road to electrical engineering success!

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At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

Education Requirement

Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in an engineering specialty.

Desirable Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Students who will graduate in the current semester with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering may apply .

Applicable Skills Needed

• Basic knowledge of electrical engineering principles, system design, and engineering mathematics
• Familiarity with electrical plans, specifications, and drafting practices
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and common engineering references
• Ability to perform routine electrical design work and check basic calculations
• Ability to assist with field and office studies and communicate findings clearly

Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

License Requirement

Possession of an appropriate valid driver’s license (automobile/Type 3), as required.

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancy and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.

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