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Posted: 08-Oct-26

Location: Merced, California

Salary: $131,000 to $188,000

Required Education: 4 Year Degree

Years of Experience: 2 - 4

Type:

Full Time

Level:

Experienced

Position Overview

The Professional Engineer - Energy Resources performs advanced electrical, mechanical, and computer modeling engineering tasks to support Merced Irrigation District's (MID) electric and hydroelectric operations. This role collaborates across departments, including General Management, Water Operations, Maintenance, and Finance, to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant energy resource management. The position involves project management, system analysis, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement to achieve District objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineering Design & Analysis: Conduct complex engineering tasks for the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of electrical and hydroelectric facilities. Perform system modeling, load flow, short circuit analysis, and engineering studies to optimize performance of any and all distribution and transmission equipment.
• Project Management: Oversee engineering and construction projects from planning to completion, including budgeting, scheduling, coordination, and field inspections. Collaborate with external entities (e.g., CAISO, PG&E, TID, NCPA, consultants, regulators) to ensure project success.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to NERC and WECC standards by monitoring compliance, coordinating audits, preparing reports, and developing performance metrics.
• Technical Support: Provide expertise to MID departments, including engineering, planning, and operations. Offer guidance on technical issues, interpret construction drawings, and resolve field challenges during project execution.
• Planning & Budgeting: Contribute to short- and long-term capital improvement plans, revenue forecasting, and power cost budgeting using performance models. Review developer-submitted plans for compliance with District standards.
• Field Work: Perform field surveys and site visits to support construction projects, new customer connections, and facility upgrades. Respond to emergencies and participate in on-call duties as assigned.
• Reporting & Communication: Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and documentation for internal, board, and public use. Represent MID at community and professional meetings, fostering consensus and addressing public concerns.
• Software Utilization: Leverage engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, GE SPSLF, Civil 3D, MS Office Suite, ETAP, ASPEN Oneliner) and develop proficiency in new tools as needed.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to independently resolve nonstandard issues using best engineering practices.
• Effective communication, both verbal and written, with diverse stakeholders, including staff, contractors, regulators, and the public.
• Leadership and project management skills to guide teams and coordinate complex initiatives.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally and navigate sensitive political dynamics within a public agency.
• Proficiency in negotiating agreements and building consensus with external entities.
• Adaptability to learn new software and attend District-directed training.

Knowledge

• Electrical engineering principles related to transmission, distribution, and substations.
• NERC/WECC compliance standards and CAISO grid management methodologies.
• Project management processes, including CEQA/NEPA requirements and bid specifications.
• Research, analysis, and technical report preparation methodologies.
• Supervisory techniques to lead and mentor engineering staff.

Work Environment & Environmental Factors

• Primarily office-based with occasional fieldwork (10% or less exposure to outdoor conditions).
• May require irregular or extended hours, including overtime.
• Exposure to uneven terrain or stairways during site visits.

Physical Demands

• Sit for up to eight (8) hours per day while operating computers and office equipment.
• Lift and carry up to 25 pounds of materials or equipment.
• Communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and in writing.
• Hear and see well enough to interpret communications and operate vehicles/office equipment.
• Navigate uneven ground or bend/stoop during fieldwork.

Mental Demands:

• Exercise independent judgment and objective reasoning.
• Organize and prioritize tasks on daily and weekly basis.
• Interpret and apply state, federal, and agency regulations.
• Document work concisely, accurately, and promptly.
• Manage multiple duties with potential interruptions.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Supervision:

• Reports to the Manager of Engineering - Energy Resources.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering from an accredited institution.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of professional engineering experience in electric transmission, distribution, substation design, or operations.
• Proven experience preparing technical reports and studies for electric transmission and distribution projects.
• Proficiency in multiple engineering software programs, including AutoCAD and MS Office Suite.
• Familiarity with NERC/WECC compliance and CAISO/TID tariff structures is preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to independently resolve nonstandard issues using best engineering practices.
• Effective communication, both verbal and written, with diverse stakeholders, including staff, contractors, regulators, and the public.
• Leadership and project management skills to guide teams and coordinate complex initiatives.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally and navigate sensitive political dynamics within a public agency.
• Proficiency in negotiating agreements and building consensus with external entities.
• Adaptability to learn new software and attend District-directed training.

Knowledge

• Electrical engineering principles related to transmission, distribution, and substations.
• NERC/WECC compliance standards and CAISO grid management methodologies.
• Project management processes, including CEQA/NEPA requirements and bid specifications.
• Research, analysis, and technical report preparation methodologies.
• Supervisory techniques to lead and mentor engineering staff.

Special Requirements

• Valid California Driver's License.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and participate in on-call rotations.
• Willingness to attend professional development courses as directed.
• PE License (Electrical)

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About Merced Irrigation District

Water, Power and MoreMerced Irrigation District owns, operates and maintains the New Exchequer and McSwain dams, reservoirs, and hydroelectric facilities. These are MID's primary water storage facilities on the Merced River. They are located in the foothills on the western slope of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, approximately 23 miles northeast of Merced. The two dams and reservoirs are integral parts of the 1964 Merced River Development Project and are licensed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Lake McClure (New Exchequer Reservoir) has a storage capacity of about 1,025,000 acre feet, while Lake McSwain (McSwain Reservoir) has a storage capacity of 9,730 acre feet. The New Exchequer Dam project was completed in 1967 as a multi-purpose effort: Lake McClure provides irrigation and domestic water supply, flood control, hydroelectric power generation, recreation and support for environmental stewardship. MID produces up to 107 megawatts of emission-free electricity at its Exchequer, McSwain and Merced Falls hydroelectric facilities. The district's water system diverts water from the Merced River at two locations below Lake McClure. The Northside Canal diversion se...rves acreage north of the river. The Main Canal diversion is located 3 miles downstream of McSwain Dam and serves acreage south of the Merced River.MID's boundaries encompass 164,000 gross acres. Of that, 132,000 acres are irrigable. Of that, approximately 100,000 acres receive water from MID. The total distribution system of MID spans 862 miles. It is comprised of natural waterways, unlined and lined canals, sloughs and pipelines. MID also maintains 215 wells in support of its conjunctive management activities for groundwater and surface water. MID's irrigation distribution system supports local flood control by routing foothill-stream runoff away from populated areas. MID formed the Merced Irrigation District Drainage Improvement District #1 (MIDDID#1) in 1994. Several residential, commercial, industrial, and government parcels received drainage service from the district.MID owns, operates and maintains five recreation areas adjacent to lakes Mc lure and McSwain. While the Lake McSwain Recreation Area is located adjacent to Lake McSwain, McClure Point, Barrett Cove, Horseshoe Bend and Bagby Recreation Areas are all located adjacent to Lake McClure. A total of six boat launch facilities are available in the Parks system. More than 600 campsites are available year-round. Floating marinas are located on Lake McSwain and in two locations on Lake McClure. Recreational activities enjoyed in the recreation areas include fishing, boating, swimming, camping, hiking and bicycling.MID is authorized to act as an electric utility under the California Water Code. The district has owned and operated hydroelectric generating facilities on the Merced River since 1927. In 1996, MID exercised its authority to sell power to retail electric customers. Since then, MID has connected more than 12,600 customers to the electric system.

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