Senior Hydroelectric Power Engineer

6 days ago


Sacramento, California, United States Department of Water Resources Full time
Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Manager of the Power Markets & Settlements Section, the incumbent is responsible for leading complex assignments that require unique technical knowledge and skills related to:

  • The administration of power purchase agreements;
  • Evaluation of investment opportunities;
  • Monitoring state-mandated Integrated Resource Plans (IRP), renewable energy policy, and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) reduction goals.

Assignments will involve close coordination with other members of the Electricity Supply and Strategic Reserve Office (ESSRO) for work on programs supported by the office, and may require coordination with other State agencies, such as the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), California Energy Commission (CEC), and the California Air Resources Board (CARB). In addition, work may require coordination with the California Independent System Operator (CAISO), generator developers, and California Load Serving Entities (LSEs) such as electric Investor-Owned Utilities (IOUs), Publicly Owned Utilities (POUs), and Community Choice Aggregators (CCAs).

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid California Driver's license.

Benefits

The Department of Water Resources offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance;
  • Retirement plan through CalPERS;
  • 401(k) and 457(b) plans;
  • Cash in lieu of health and/or dental benefits;
  • Common carrier travel and accident insurance;
  • Commuter program;
  • Consolidated benefits (CoBen);
  • Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA);
  • Death benefits;
  • Employee assistance program;
  • Group legal services insurance;
  • Group long-term disability insurance;
  • Health and wellness program;
  • Long-term care program;
  • Part-time, seasonal, and temporary retirement program;
  • Reimbursement accounts;
  • Third-party pre-tax parking reimbursement account program;
  • Vision benefits.


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