Position/Program Information
EXAM NUMBER
C3495F
FILING PERIOD
We will be accepting online applications from Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until, Thursday, July 2, 2026, 5:00 p.m. (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Thursday, July 2, 2026, to be accepted.
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
We welcome applications from anyone.
Why work for us?
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 39 diverse departments and over 2,100 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are Los Angeles County Public Works, the largest municipal Public Works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment!
For more information about the outstanding benefits offered by Los Angeles County, please visit us here: https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/ .
If you have questions about working for LA County, including current open recruitments, tips on crafting a resume or acing an interview, career planning, or any other general information, please visit our website at: https://hr.lacounty.gov/ .
OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE FULLY MET BY THE LAST DAY OF FILING, AND CLEARLY INDICATED ON THE APPLICATION.
Essential Job Functions
For more information, please view the classification specification: Associate Electrical Engineer .
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
A Bachelor's degree* from an accredited college or university in an electrical engineering curriculum approved by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)** or equivalent experience*** and a minimum of one year's professional engineering experience**** beyond the minimum required for the California license.
LICENSE:
A valid California State Certificate of Registration as an Electrical Engineer.*****
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Membership in professional electrical engineering is encouraged.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class 2 - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
*To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of all relevant official documents, including your diploma, transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution or email it to PWExams@pw.lacounty.gov within five (5) days of the end of the filing period. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards if not listed in the International Handbook of Universities or World Higher Education Database. Documents marked as unofficial will not be accepted.
For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf
We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
**A qualifying degree is one where either the undergraduate or postgraduate electrical engineering curriculum is accredited by ABET, as supported by the California Department of Consumer Affairs.
***Equivalent experience is defined as: 72 months of qualifying work experience, which meets the minimum experience requirement established by California licensing standards.
****Professional engineering experience is defined as: The professional practice of rendering service requiring education, training and experience in engineering sciences, and the application of special knowledge for the purpose of securing compliance with specifications and design for any such work.
*****Applicant must provide a copy of their valid California State Certificate of Registration with their application or within five (5) business days from the end of the filing period. A printout from the State of California Consumer Affairs website will be accepted. Applications submitted without the required certificate of registration will be rejected as incomplete. Registration will be subject to verification before being appointed.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT
This examination will consist of TWO (2) parts:
PART I: Multiple Choice and Simulation Assessment, weighted at 50%, measuring the following competencies:
MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
PART II: An evaluation of Training and Experience, weighted at 50%, measuring technical knowledge in areas of electrical engineering design, inspection, and project coordination.
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE 70% OR HIGHER ON THE COMBINED SCORE OF PARTS I AND II IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST.
TESTING ACCOMODATION:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.
SCORES CANNOT BE GIVEN OVER THE TELEPHONE.
TEST PREPARATION:
We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.
ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION:
Applicants who passed the assessment(s) are placed on a list for a period of 12 months. We will use the list to fill vacancies in Public Works as they occur.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.
MarlGarcia@pw.lacounty.gov
PWExams@pw.lacounty.gov
klent@hr.lacounty.gov
info@governmentjobs.com
talentcentral@shl.com
noreply@proctoru.com
donot-reply@amcatmail.com
New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING USER ID, EMAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend’s user ID and password may erase a candidate’s original application record.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
CONTACT INFORMATION :
Department Contact Name: Marlyn Garcia
Department Contact Phone:(626) 458-2141
Department Contact Email: PWExams@pw.lacounty.gov
ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 458-2141
Teletype Phone: (626) 282-7829
California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922
For detailed information, please click here
Closing Date/Time: 7/2/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
EXAM NUMBER
C3495F
FILING PERIOD
We will be accepting online applications from Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until, Thursday, July 2, 2026, 5:00 p.m. (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Thursday, July 2, 2026, to be accepted.
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
We welcome applications from anyone.
Why work for us?
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 39 diverse departments and over 2,100 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are Los Angeles County Public Works, the largest municipal Public Works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment!
For more information about the outstanding benefits offered by Los Angeles County, please visit us here: https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/ .
If you have questions about working for LA County, including current open recruitments, tips on crafting a resume or acing an interview, career planning, or any other general information, please visit our website at: https://hr.lacounty.gov/ .
OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE FULLY MET BY THE LAST DAY OF FILING, AND CLEARLY INDICATED ON THE APPLICATION.
Essential Job Functions
- Creates written plans for the installation and maintenance of electrical or electronic systems using office productivity and professional engineering software (e.g., CADD, BlueBeam) to ensure state code and NEC (National Electrical Code) compliance in proposed or current residential, commercial, or county infrastructure projects such as high voltage systems, lighting systems, energy source systems and modules, and automation systems.
- Reads and evaluates single-line diagrams of proposed electrical systems for accuracy, proper sizing, and viable application to the proposed project.
- Reviews plan submissions and design specifications for the installation or maintenance of electrical or electronic systems by outside parties using applied mathematics and engineering software (e.g., CADD, BlueBeam) in order to ensure accuracy and compliance with NEC code and safety standards.
- Reviews customer submissions (e.g. project plans, cost estimates) for accuracy and viability.
- Approves plans or permits submitted by customers that meet NEC standards and comply with relevant county policies.
- Reviews subordinate work (e.g. analysis, drafting) regarding plans, specifications, or cost proposals to ensure accuracy, code-compliance, and quality.
- Reviews design plans, specifications, electronic logs, mathematical analyses, and computer reports to determine whether information is accurate, complete, and up to date.
- Prepares correspondence such as letters and e-mails responding to customer inquiries or personnel complaints in order to resolve issues while complying with Department and County guidelines.
For more information, please view the classification specification: Associate Electrical Engineer .
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
A Bachelor's degree* from an accredited college or university in an electrical engineering curriculum approved by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)** or equivalent experience*** and a minimum of one year's professional engineering experience**** beyond the minimum required for the California license.
LICENSE:
A valid California State Certificate of Registration as an Electrical Engineer.*****
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Membership in professional electrical engineering is encouraged.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class 2 - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
*To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of all relevant official documents, including your diploma, transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution or email it to PWExams@pw.lacounty.gov within five (5) days of the end of the filing period. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards if not listed in the International Handbook of Universities or World Higher Education Database. Documents marked as unofficial will not be accepted.
For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf
We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
**A qualifying degree is one where either the undergraduate or postgraduate electrical engineering curriculum is accredited by ABET, as supported by the California Department of Consumer Affairs.
***Equivalent experience is defined as: 72 months of qualifying work experience, which meets the minimum experience requirement established by California licensing standards.
****Professional engineering experience is defined as: The professional practice of rendering service requiring education, training and experience in engineering sciences, and the application of special knowledge for the purpose of securing compliance with specifications and design for any such work.
*****Applicant must provide a copy of their valid California State Certificate of Registration with their application or within five (5) business days from the end of the filing period. A printout from the State of California Consumer Affairs website will be accepted. Applications submitted without the required certificate of registration will be rejected as incomplete. Registration will be subject to verification before being appointed.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT
This examination will consist of TWO (2) parts:
PART I: Multiple Choice and Simulation Assessment, weighted at 50%, measuring the following competencies:
- Professional Potential
- Achievement
- Maintaining Good Working Relationships
- Analyzing Information
- Learning Quickly
- Generating New Ideas
- Using Time Efficiently
- Working to High Quality Standards
- Adapting to Change
- Coping with Uncertainty
- Willingness to Learn
- Responsibility
- Numerical Reasoning
MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
PART II: An evaluation of Training and Experience, weighted at 50%, measuring technical knowledge in areas of electrical engineering design, inspection, and project coordination.
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE 70% OR HIGHER ON THE COMBINED SCORE OF PARTS I AND II IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST.
TESTING ACCOMODATION:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.
SCORES CANNOT BE GIVEN OVER THE TELEPHONE.
TEST PREPARATION:
We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.
- Various information can be found on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/ . The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance".
- Online practice tests are available at https://www.shl.com/shldirect/en/practice-tests/ .
ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION:
Applicants who passed the assessment(s) are placed on a list for a period of 12 months. We will use the list to fill vacancies in Public Works as they occur.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.
MarlGarcia@pw.lacounty.gov
PWExams@pw.lacounty.gov
klent@hr.lacounty.gov
info@governmentjobs.com
talentcentral@shl.com
noreply@proctoru.com
donot-reply@amcatmail.com
New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING USER ID, EMAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend’s user ID and password may erase a candidate’s original application record.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
CONTACT INFORMATION :
Department Contact Name: Marlyn Garcia
Department Contact Phone:(626) 458-2141
Department Contact Email: PWExams@pw.lacounty.gov
ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 458-2141
Teletype Phone: (626) 282-7829
California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922
For detailed information, please click here
Closing Date/Time: 7/2/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
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As one of the Top 10 Government Services Employers, as named by Forbes Magazine, the County of Los Angeles provides those committed to a career in public service with boundless opportunities, a platform for professional and personal growth and the ability to truly make a difference in people's lives.
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