Engineering Jobs in Castro Valley, CA

ProcureAbility, a Jabil company, is the leading procurement services company, offering advisory, managed services, digital, staffing, and recruiting solutions. For 30 years, we have focused exclusively on helping clients elevate their procurement function. We combine leading methodologies, analytics, market intelligence, and industry benchmarks with our uniquely flexible and customizable service delivery model. Global organizations of all sizes trust ProcureAbility to transform their procurement operations, drive growth, and reimagine what’s possible.

Job Title: Sourcing and Contract Specialist

Our client, a leader in their industry, is hiring Sourcing and Contract Specialists. These are contract roles, currently scheduled through 12/31/26 with potential to convert to direct hire.

Hybrid Role: Training will be on-site for 2 weeks, and then the role will be hybrid. After the training period, the work is expected to be mainly remote with occasional on-site meetings.

Location: East San Francisco Bay area

Job Category: Procurement / Supply Chain

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. ProcureAbility is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

What can you expect to do?

Responsibilities:

• Conducts negotiations with bidders, for non-routine, may support or work with Sourcing.

• Coordinates and assembles supporting documentation to support audits.

• Works with vendors and internal stakeholders to assemble, review, prepare, and route for vendor and management approval (using ARIBA and EDRS), necessary documents for these tasks.

• Works with vendors, Project Team to improve quality of supporting contract documents to reduce rework required by others.

• May assist in the creation and development of purchase requisitions.

• For Routine Contracts, reviews vendor proposals to ensure that rates and terms are consistent with outline agreements.

• May support / review vendor proposals to ensure that rates and terms are consistent with outline agreements.

• Ensures that Company standards are followed when executing contract documents.

• Tracks approval status of contracting documents from inception through approval and ensures that documents are routed expeditiously.

• For Routine Contracts, conducts negotiations with bidders, for non-routine, may support or work with Sourcing department.

• Reviews purchase orders and contracts as part of procurement approval process.

• Provides technical support and analysis in preparation of scope, cost, schedule, safety and environmental concerns pertinent to the contract specifications; and verify and process contract invoices.

What is needed to be successful in this role?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration or related field

• Ability to work in cross-functional teams

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Ability to work on multiple issues and tasks

• Advanced in MS Excel, PowerPoint

• Demonstrated competencies on use of supply chain management tool (e.g. ARIBA) and other business systems tools (SAP, SharePoint, EDRS)

• Demonstrated knowledge of Company standards regarding contracting processes.

• Conflict resolution/negotiation skills

• Demonstrated ability to track contract costs, purchase order status, and other required information in SAP

• Demonstrated competencies on use of ARIBA and EDRS is a plus

• Process improvement experience

• Presentation Skills

• Verbal and Written Communication Skills

• Knowledge of Contractual Terms and Conditions

ProcureAbility, A Jabil Company, is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a person with a disability, or other legally protected characteristics.

If you are a Qualified Person with a Disability or a Disabled Veteran and require assistance making your application, please get in touch with HR at

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At ProcureAbility, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

The Senior Estimator responsible for preparing budgets, estimates and pre- bid packages for construction projects to be built for clients under the CM at Risk guaranteed maximum pricing structure.

Responsibilities also include working with the project management team in establishing a bidders list, soliciting and evaluating subcontractor proposals and scopes of work, preparing quantity surveys and reviewing project plans and specifications for constructability and value engineering in all CSI (Construction Specification Institute) categories of work.

The Senior Estimator will supervise a team of estimators and cost engineers who support departmental and organizational goals through their efforts.

Responsibilities includes (but may not be limited to):

• Performs accurate, thorough and timely quantity takeoffs using company format, detail and coding for all MasterFormat (CSI), Uniformat and bid packages for all levels of project documents (schematic, design development and construction documents) that can be clearly understood by internal and external team members.
• Assist in developing estimates by evaluating drawings, building plans, specifications, & related documents.
• Assists in providing quantity comparison between estimate revisions.
• Prepares detailed estimate.
• Actively participates in the internal estimate review process.
• Develops accurate and concise clarifications and assumptions with the project management team’s assistance.
• Assists with final assembly of estimate for presentation to owner.
• Summarize estimate data into reports for review by executive team, clients, and design teams.
• Prepares and presents budget presentations to owners and architects.
• Leads the buyout process.
• Prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade specific scope of work and comprehensive bid packages.
• Directs, coordinates and provides information and documents to subcontractors.
• Assist with pre-bid site walks and document existing conditions.
• Assist with subcontractor bid review and ensure scope of work is comprehensive.
• Prepare bid tallies for project team and owner review.
• Leads in the technical review of plans and specifications during the schematic design, design development and construction document phases of pre-construction.
• Assist with reviews of milestone documents to identify and communicate the development of changes to the team.
• Obtains clarification on plans and specifications from architects and engineers when necessary.
• Conducts reviews of milestone documents to identify and communicate the development of changes to the team.
• Communicates with architects and consultants to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements, and documents these clarifications.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills internally with project management team, and externally with owner, architect, engineer, and subcontractors.
• Manage individual workload to accomplish tasks within given timeframes.
• Manage other team members’ workloads to accomplish tasks within given timeframes.
• Ability to perform duties across multiple projects concurrently.
• Considers and understands problems and identifies appropriate solutions.
• Builds and maintains effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets customer’s expectations.
• Attends project site pre-bid meetings, site tours and post-bid interviews as required.
• Assist and participate with pursuit interview prep and presentations.
• Develops unit costs accurately and analyzes value management analysis options.
• Develops Cost Management / Value Engineering log process and manages during the preconstruction process.
• Develops Variance Reports at milestone issuances that clearly define deltas between estimates for internal and external use.
• Develop Cost Studies in clear and concise platform for project team review and decision making.
• Develop Benchmark studies for project estimate comparison for internal review and analysis.
• Self-reliant in researching, understanding, and developing knowledge of building designs, systems, construction materials, and methods through available resources.
• Ability to teach, educate, and guide both internal and external team members.
• Provides internal database input based on current market feedback for incorporation into database.
• Leads in the training and development of cost engineers.
• Leads in the training and development of estimators.
• Provide feedback to estimate team members on work process / work product on a regular basis.
• Works closely with new hires and/or new project teams to educate them on the way of doing business based on standard forms, programs and operational standards.
• Oversees the preconstruction process with the owner’s team.
• Provides support as needed to the project management teams as needed.
• Creates projected budgets early in the design phase of a project.
• Coordinates preconstruction planning with design team, contractors and clients.
• As necessary, works with Executive Group on special initiatives, company goals and associate related training and/or programs.
• Provides input on future projects via lessons learned and continuous improvement.
• Attends project meetings with clients, the city and design team.
• Works with development or owner to coordinate the design and specifications on issues.
• Leads the pre-construction team to ensure initial budgeting represents current market pricing and quality reporting.
• Communicates with project management team, ownership, clients, subcontractors, vendors, etc. to provide quality results while mitigating project risks.
• Collaborates with VP’s towards a common goal; streamline the project delivery process, review progress of buy- out, submittals, construction schedule and performance on all projects.
• Keeps current with latest estimating technology and techniques.
• Manages project budgets for preconstruction services.
• Manage time and utilize electronic timecard software in a timely manner.
• Other duties upon request.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience as Estimator / Sr. Estimator in commercial construction industry
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or Civil Engineering preferred but not required
• General Construction Knowledge
• Knowledgeable in civil/site construction, foundation and structural systems, interior finishes, exterior wall systems, mechanical and electrical systems and the costs of these systems
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
• General knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids, and GMP processes
• Proficient in all estimating software programs used in preconstruction: On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Destini, Timberline, Building Connected, Assemble, Bluebeam, Power BI, BIM360, Excel, Word, MS Project
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong math and analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Organized, efficient, able to multi-task effectively, hardworking, and dedicated
• Able to thrive in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, and both oral and written communication skills
• Enjoys being part of a collaborative team and a fun work environment
• Possess the ability to estimate all aspects of a commercial construction project, assemble into one budget and present to owners
• Must be able to operate as a “stand alone” estimator able to handle complete projects if required
• Ability to manage personnel, subcontractors, preconstruction schedules and preconstruction budgets
• Ability to mentor and coach personnel

Working Conditions:

• Duties required physical abilities such as repetitive hand and finger motion, sitting, standing, walking, as well as extending hands and arms in work areas.
• The individual is required to occasionally move around the office and constantly operate a computer and other office machinery, etc.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Heavy Civil Estimator

When joining GSW Construction, Inc., you will be a part of a fast-paced construction team that strives for excellence. We are actively seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Estimator. The purpose of this role is to contribute to the success and profitability of projects by providing accurate, timely, and complete estimates. The Estimator will be responsible for calculating the cost of a broad range of projects. The goal is to provide accurate information to help in operations and strategic planning, perform quantity takeoff s, produce proposals, and prepare cost estimates.

Job Details: Full-time position

● Benefits: o Salary Employee (Schedule: Full-time with some required travel and weekend availability.) o 401(k) o OE3 Health & Dental Insurance o Paid Vacation o Salary DOE Essential Duties & Responsibilities

● Perform quantity take off s/reach out to potential subcontractors

● Analyze and compile estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location, and other factors to ensure a high-quality and timely estimate.

● Accurately prepares estimates. Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope. Determines the required contents of estimates and evaluates historical data to project man-hour data.

• Produce budgets from conceptual and schematic design phases that align with the organization's goals and strategy • Review drawings, specifications, and proposed project site conditions; record findings and solicit input from field operations to include in the final project estimate.

● Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase the competitiveness of the bid.

● Apply mathematical calculations requiring advanced analytical processes to ensure logically estimated costs are accurate.

● Present estimate content in bid reviews with senior management to ensure accuracy and completeness. ● Communicate with owners, subcontractors, and public and private entities to ensure competitiveness.

● Develop and maintain business relationships to increase bid opportunities in the regional market.

● Participate in and lead discussions, catalyzing creative thinking and innovative ideas, and distinguishing a successful estimate.

Qualifications & Requirements

● Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.

● 5+ years’ experience in heavy civil construction, emphasizing underground utilities, sewer/stormwater pump stations, WWTP/WTP work, heavy highway, bridges/concrete structures, and commercial/residential site work arena.

● Proficient in HCSS Heavy Bid

● Negotiated project experience preferred, including technical writing skills.

● Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

● Advanced knowledge of civil engineering principles ● Advanced knowledge of construction principles and equipment capabilities

● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Specific Job Requirements:

● Knowledge of project management software and estimating software.

● Working knowledge of construction equipment, materials, techniques, and required standards applicable to the discipline.

● Successful completion of a pre-employment drug, alcohol, and background investigation.

● Valid Driver’s License.

● Current on all company-required safety training.

● Competence to maintain confidential information and avoid conflicts of interest.

● Adherence to the GSW Employee Handbook.

Notice to All Potential Job Candidates GSW Construction, Inc. is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at our company are considered without regard to age, ancestry, color, race, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

• Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business advantages afloat and ashore
• Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition partners
• Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
• Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of innovation
• Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and control and space systems
• Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
• Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology

• Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea
• Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
• Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
• Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe

• Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
• Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

Requisition ID # 168118 

Job Category: Maintenance / Construction / Operations 

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Business Unit: Electric Operations

Work Type: Onsite

Job Location: Hayward

This job posting will be utilized to fill open Journey-level Electrician-General Construction positions within ALL REGIONS of our service territory. Open positions could become available at any time and based on business needs.

Department Overview  

The people of Electric Operations ensure the delivery of safe and reliable electric service to our customers. Electric Operations is responsible for every aspect of PG&E's electric distribution and transmission operations, including planning, engineering, maintenance and construction, asset management, business planning, restoration, and emergency response.

Position Summary

This classification is represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) local 1245, which has over 100 years of experience representing employees at PG&E.

This position may be subject to Joint Apprentice Training Committee (JATC) review and approval. Provisional hires will be required to participate in targeted training to achieve journey-level knowledge of electrician roles and responsibilities.

Please note: Per letter of agreement (LOA) 23-36; All future employees who are hired, assigned, placed, or bid (after the execution date of this agreement) into one of the classifications listed (in agreement) and in the San Francisco Division ONLY is eligible for a 15% pay premium and will be subject to a “bid lock” for three (3) years.

In addition, Peninsula, De Anza, East Bay, and Mission divisions are eligible for a 10% pay premium and will be subject to a “bid lock” for three (3) years.

General Construction (GC)

For GC positions individuals must be able to travel and transfer to a new headquarters upon request at any time, throughout the entire PG&E service territory with no guarantees as to how long you will be away from home.  

• Reviews, verifies, and modifies prints and electric schematics. Lays out materials for installation, such as conduit, steel, wires, junction boxes, tools, etc. Places orders for supplies as needed.
• Moves equipment to staging area. Performs safety preparation including performing high voltage protective grounding.
• Uses power tools and hand tools to install equipment and systems, such as wire terminations, high voltage equipment, overhead and underground electrical and conduit systems, steel structures, control panels, metering and protection systems, air switches. Sets up rigging. Pulls wire.
• May operate construction equipment, if qualified, such as crane truck, man lift, boom truck, bucket truck as part of installation, excavation, and compaction. Operates forklift to move and reposition equipment.
• Uses hand and power tools, such as jackhammers, whackers, and shovels to remove and replace soil.
• Removes old high voltage equipment, structures and other impediments prior to installation using heavy equipment, rigging and other tools.
• Drives equipment on the job site (substation). May drive equipment from one job site to another. May drive a company vehicle to pick up tools or other equipment away from the job site.
• Maintains work area in a clean and safe condition. Removes trash, debris, and excess materials. Picks up and reorganizes tools.
• Overtime may be required.

PG&E is providing the hourly rate that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This position is subject to collectively bargained hourly wage rates and increases. The starting wage rate for this position is $68.56 per hour. This wage rate is specific to the locality of the job. The wage rate is based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreements, and internal equity.

Qualifications - 

Minimum:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess a High School diploma or GED.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver’s License
• Must show proof of  successful completion of a Union Sanctioned JATC Inside Wireman Electrician Apprenticeship
• Ability to work in all types of weather extremes.
• Ability to drive safely in all weather and road conditions.
• Must be willing to travel/ transfer to new headquarters upon request at any time; throughout the entire PG&E service territory with no guarantees as to how long you will be away from home (For GC positions)
• Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays, and various work schedules.
• Ability to work in remote work locations with potential exposure to poison oak, snakes, spiders, bees, mosquitoes, ticks, rodents etc.
• Must be able to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• If hired as Provisional, must pass the provisional training plan within 12 months from hire date.
• CA CDL Class A Permit, or equivalent, subject to 150% driver/vehicle ratio

Desired:

• 3-5 years Journey level experience in commercial or industrial electrical construction
• PG&E construction or utility experience
• Experience with electronic or mechanical equipment
• Instrumentation and Control experience
• Motor Control experience
• Electrical Substation or Power Generation experience
• High voltage experience
• Experience working with testing equipment and troubleshooting

Pre-Employment Testing:

PG&E Employees: You must have qualified on all prerequisite tests prior to submitting an application; and all secondary tests prior to interviewing. For more information on prerequisite and secondary exams, including study guides, please visit the  Pre-employment testing program website.

• Physical Test Battery (PTB)
• Work Orientation Inventory-Physical/Technical Driving (WOI-D)
• Electrician Assessment 

Requisition ID # 168321 

Job Category: Engineering / Science 

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Business Unit: Electric Engineering

Work Type: Hybrid

Job Location: Oakland

Department Overview

The Transmission System Planning (TSP) department performs Interconnection studies, multi-year assessments and develops a portfolio of transmission expansion plans and projects to meet the company's transmission needs for delivery of safe and reliable electric service to our customers while adhering to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC) planning standards. The members of TSP actively participate in the NERC and WECC standard development process for electric transmission reliability. The department is also involved in developing transmission expansion policy and strategy to meet the Company's RPS goals. In addition, the department provides support to project implementation groups, operations, law, contract and other internal departments.

Position Summary

This position is represented by the Engineers and Scientists of California (ESC) subject to collective bargaining.

The Senior Advising Engineer is a recognized expert within their area of responsibility, and someone who can apply their extensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices and system analysis to develop creative solutions to complex problems.

This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and your assigned work location based on business need. The a ssigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory.

PG&E is providing the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual salary paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreements, and internal equity.

The salary range is:

CA Minimum, $173,856

CA Maximum, $213,624

Job Responsibilities

Basecase Preparation

• Understand methodology, constantly seek improvements in the methodology and manage approval process for PG&E’s transmission load forecast.
• Primary lead and/or advisor in developing complex models
• Primary lead/advisor in developing methodology and assumptions complex issues.

Transmission System Studies

• Develop innovative solutions for complex transmission issues
• Participate as lead transmission planner in multi-department project team to develop project scope for large, complex projects including interstate bulk transmission projects.
• Lead WECC wide study or study groups
• Primary lead on inter-regional planning efforts
• Provide guidance on planning criteria, standards, and regulations

Project Implementation

• Lead in the implementation of projects involving inter-regional coordination including but not limited to path ratings and inter-regional RAS studies, settings and designs.
• Lead in the implementation of projects that require complex permitting proceedings, including CPCN.
• Compliance and Regulatory
• Support or lead compliance and regulatory audits as necessary
• Acts as a company witness/liaison/information provider to outside parties for project support or any other regulatory proceedings impacting PG&E business.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited curriculum in the US or the equivalent from outside the US
• 13 years of experience in electrical engineering

Desired:

• Experience in transmission planning studies
• Knowledge of PG&E’s electric transmission system
• Knowledge of NERC and WECC reliability standards
• Experience in system operations, engineering, asset strategy, or system protection
• Previous experience with GE PSLF Program or similar load flow program
• Experience in programming languages such as Matlab, Python, VBA, EPCL
• Current and active California PE license, Electrical Engineering
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Requisition ID # 169729 

Job Category: Maintenance / Construction / Operations 

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Business Unit: Electric Operations

Work Type: Onsite

Job Location: Oakland

Department Overview

The workers of Electric Operations ensure the delivery of safe and reliable electric service to our customers. Electric Operations is responsible for every aspect of PG&E's electric distribution and transmission operations, including planning, engineering, maintenance and construction, asset management, business planning, restoration and emergency response.

Position Summary

This classification is represented by IBEW Local 1245, which has over 100 years of experience representing employees at PG&E. This job is subject to collective bargaining.

A coworker who has the qualifications of a Cable Splicer, is familiar with the underground system and has the experience and ability to analyze cable and equipment troubles quickly and to restore services promptly by replacing fuses, switching, disconnecting defective cables or apparatus, making repairs, etcetera. May be required to perform other underground work such us preparing cable racks, pulling in and racking cables, maintaining equipment in the underground system, etc. Shall install and maintain services, meters, and equipment including conduit and wiring up to the meter on customers' premises and shall handle trouble in such installations. Drives a truck and operates the associated equipment as assigned. Background of apprenticeship and experience must be such as to qualify an employee to perform these duties with skill and efficiency. Shall be familiar with Company's standards, procedures and safety regulations. 

This position may be subject to Joint Apprentice Training Committee (JATC) review and approval. Provisional hires will be required to participate in targeted training to achieve journey-level knowledge of electrical technician roles and responsibilities.

This position is in the Bay Area region, and headquarters in Oakland subject to change based on business needs.

This position is a DOT (Department of Transportation) covered classification and is subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening.

PG&E is providing the hourly rate that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This position is subject to collectively bargained hourly wage rates and increases. The starting wage rate for this position is $67.58 per hour. This wage rate is specific to the locality of the job. The wage rate is based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreements, and internal equity.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform all necessary duties with skill and efficiency by performing maintenance on underground transmission and distribution lines.
• Perform work in connection with the construction and maintenance of underground manholes, vaults, splice boxes, duct lines and similar structures.
• Installs and maintains services, meters, and equipment including conduit and wiring up to the meter on customers' premises
• Maintains equipment in the underground system
• Prepares cable racks
• Pulls and racks underground cables and wires into and out of pipes, conduits and duct lines.
• Splices cables of any kind or voltage for the connection of cable, transformers, junction boxes, and other equipment in the underground or overhead systems or stations.
• Ensure effective customer and internal communication.
• Restore service to the public by installing / repairing services and all types of meters.
• Analyze cable and equipment trouble quickly and restore services promptly by replacing fuses, switching, disconnecting defective cable on apparatus efficiently.
• Identify the location of and extent to which underground structures such as man holes and vaults have been damaged and perform minor repairs safely on underground enclosures.
• Isolate Network grid secondary’s and Network Protectors (NP’s).
• Install and remove Recording Volt Meters (RVM’s) for power quality research.
• Physically demanding work that may include lifting, climbing, as well as going into confined spaces.
• Drive trucks, vans, and equipment and operate the associated equipment as assigned.
• May work with crew or independently. May oversee a crew and its equipment engaged in pulling underground cables and wires of all sizes, types, lengths and number of conductors into and out of pipes, conduits and duct lines and other necessary work in conjunction with pulling of cables.
• Support and maintain a working relationship with other departments which include, Distribution Operators, Service Op drive erectors, Engineering, Estimating and Construction to improve processes and ensure a high level of customer service.
• Working knowledge of applicable safety rules, programs and safe work practices.
• Expected to learn and follow safety and work procedures.
• Working knowledge of available mobile technical software.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• CA CDL Class A Permit, or equivalent, subject to 150% driver/vehicle ratio
• Knowledge of procurement strategies and processes and relevant regulatory framework as needed to perform at the job level
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must possess a High School diploma or GED
• Completion of formal union sanctioned Cable Splicer apprenticeship
• Must possess an IBEW journey- level card for a Cable Splicer or State or JATC certification
• Must be able to lift 90 lbs
• Able to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Able to work and drive in all types of weather and road conditions
• Able to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays
• Able to travel to job sites as necessary
• Ability to work shift schedule (evening)
• Ability to complete and obtain a 40 hour Switchman Training Certification/Card
• Must pass Post-Offer Physical Assessment as a requirement of the pre-employment process
• If hired as Provisional, must pass the provisional training plan within one year from hire date
• Must qualify on Cable Splicer Assessment 
  • Internal PG&E Employees:
    • Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License (or higher) by Day 1 of hire
    • Must possess and maintain a valid Class A California Driver's License Permit by within 3 months of hire
  • External:
    • Must possess and maintain a valid Class A California Driver's License Permit by Day 1 of hire
    • Must possess and maintain a valid DMV Medical Card by Day 1 of hire

Desired:

• Live within 30 minutes of headquarters due to emergency and urgent requests
• Experience as a cable splicer with familiarity of underground and network systems (lead training)
• Minimum of two years of experience as a Journey Cable Splicer
• Relevant PG&E/Hiring Hall experience
• Ability to install transition splices, clear cap, straight splices, terminations and other various splices
• Ability to properly ground conductor cable and equipment
• Ability to install switches, transformers and banking transformers
• Ability to build risers
• Ability to tag and identify underground cable and equipment
• Ability to operate load break and dead break equipment
• Ability to phase lines and equipment
• Ability to make and trace service connections
• Ability to build to PG&E & G.O. 128 standards
• Qualified to work on primary and secondary voltages
• Ability to work on lead splices such as hot solder wipes
• Ability to work on network systems and its equipment

Pre-Employment Testing

PG&E Employees: You must have qualified on all prerequisite tests prior to submitting an application, and all secondary tests prior to interviewing. For more information on prerequisite and secondary exams, including study guides, please visit the  Pre-employment testing program website.

• Physical Test Battery
• Post-Offer Physical Assessment Apprentice Cable Splicer
• Work Orientation Inventory-Physical/Technical Driving
• Cable Splicer Assessment

COMPANY INFORMATION:

Signet Testing Laboratories, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of United Engineering Resources, Inc. (UER). Signet has maintained a reputation for professional excellence and quality service providing materials testing and inspection services throughout California since 1966. Signet’s depth of resources and proven performance excellence has made our name known. By focusing on inspection and testing, we have become one of the leading independent testing agencies in California.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an individual desiring to advance their professional career in a senior executive level position and participate as part of the senior management team, while working on some of the region’s most impressive projects. The right candidate for this position will have a proven track record of performance in business development, leadership, meeting annual sales goals, possess a strong work ethic, and desire to participate in a cohesive team-centric environment.

What you’ll do: The Senior Account Manager & Business Development position is responsible for the creation and execution of strategic account initiatives within our core areas of competency resulting in sustainable year-over-year growth in revenues. Responsible for identifying target markets and prospective clients, building client relationships, developing sales and marketing plans, and individually contributing to annual sales goals more than $5 million per year.

This role requires strong leadership and teamworking skills, senior level management experience, and knowledge of advanced relationship building, marketing methods and tools. This position is responsible for building long-term business relationships with core clientele in the pursuit of key projects with construction values more than $250 million. Must have a proven track record of consistently reaching annual sales goals.

The successful candidate will be goal-oriented, organized and diligently perform sales-directed activities required to meet individual sales goals as mutually defined to consistently maintain targeted backlog levels. This position reports directly to the President of UER.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Development & Sales Strategy

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to expand market share and revenue growth.
• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities within the construction inspection, material testing, and geotechnical design sectors.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with technical teams to develop tailored solutions that address client needs. Work collaboratively with the Sales & Marketing Team throughout the entire sales cycle
• Track all prospecting, leads, meetings and daily tasks
• Plan and carry out business development activities; including but not limited to meeting/networking with current and prospective clients, developing relationships, maintaining and developing business development strategies and working to continually improve UER’s customer experience

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for major accounts, ensuring high client satisfaction.
• Timely address customer inquiries to retain business, and maintain the company’s high standards and reputation
• Regularly visit existing accounts to maintain professional business relations
• Negotiate contracts, service agreements, and project scopes with clients and partners.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with current clients and their management teams by conducting regular meetings with clients to assess needs, present new services, and reinforce value propositions.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and mentor a team of sales and account management professionals, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Work cross-functionally with marketing, operations, and technical teams to develop compelling proposals and marketing materials.
• Maintain integrity, honesty, and deal ethically with customers under all circumstances
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence within the sales team.

Market Analysis & Competitive Intelligence

• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory changes within California’s A/E industry.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in industry specific professional associations.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to leadership based on industry intelligence.
• Develop and implement strategies to position the firm competitively in the marketplace.

Proposal & Contract Development

• Work with marketing team to deliver high-quality proposals, presentations, and RFP/RFQ responses.
• Ensure proposal submissions align with client expectations and industry standards. Create and deliver sales presentations that are compelling, accurate, and informative
• Develop, implement, and maintain sales activities and plans necessary to meet annual sales revenue targets of $5 million minimum.
• Collaborate with technical teams to create winning strategies for securing projects.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10+ years of industry-specific experience in sales, account management, or business development within construction inspection, material testing, or geotechnical field.
• Proven track record of successfully managing teams to achieve business development and revenue goals.
• Strong understanding of California’s A/E market, regulatory landscape, and competitive dynamics.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with key industry stakeholders.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, sales analytics, and marketing automation tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in construction related discipline, business, marketing, or a related field.
• Experience working with engineering consulting firms, construction inspection firms, or material testing laboratories
• Established network of industry contacts, including developers, contractors, and public agencies
• Strong presentation abilities
• Ability to learn about company service offerings, communicate and share this knowledge in a competent manner
• Possess a passion for finding and selling to new customers
• Understand business relationships and how to support mutually beneficial client relations
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work effectively to meet deadlines

Why Join Us? We are a leading firm committed to delivering excellence in construction inspection, material testing, and geotechnical design services. This role provides a unique opportunity to drive strategic growth, influence business direction, and collaborate with a talented team in a dynamic and expanding market.

Key Account Manager – Compressed Air Systems

A growing industrial equipment provider specializing in compressed air and utility systems is seeking a Sales Representative to drive sales growth across a strategic customer base.

This role focuses on developing relationships with industrial customers and delivering compressed air system solutions including compressors, air treatment, and related services. The position is well suited to a consultative sales professional with experience selling industrial capital equipment, compressors, or plant utility systems.

You will work closely with technical specialists, service teams, and inside sales to develop solutions that improve customer efficiency, reliability, and energy performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and grow a portfolio of key industrial accounts across a defined territory.
• Drive new business development while expanding revenue within existing customers.
• Sell compressed air systems including industrial compressors, dryers, filtration, and system upgrades.
• Conduct plant surveys and compressed air system evaluations to identify opportunities for optimization and energy savings.
• Collaborate with engineering and service teams to deliver complete compressed air solutions including equipment, installation, and aftermarket support.
• Prepare proposals, deliver presentations, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Maintain accurate pipeline forecasting and activity tracking within CRM tools.
• Build relationships with plant managers, maintenance leaders, reliability engineers, and procurement teams.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience selling compressors, rotating equipment, or related industrial equipment.
• Demonstrated success in territory development and key account management.
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand industrial air systems and plant infrastructure.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to travel within the territory (approximately 40–50% travel).

Pacific International has been exclusively retained by a global leader in the development and production of consumer electronic components, enabling their customers to innovate and expand capabilities.

As they have sustained themselves as a global market leader, they are looking for an Account Director to further expand their reach in the consumer electronics industry. This is a highly visible position with the opportunity to build and deploy strategies for a global organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead customer strategy, serving as the primary point of contact and building strong cross‑functional relationships while overseeing commercial and technical initiatives.
• Identify new technology opportunities, expand engagement across business units, and pursue growth with additional OEMs by aligning solutions to customer roadmaps.
• Coordinate with global engineering, operations, and program teams to drive successful development from concept through mass production.
• Lead pricing negotiations, contract and agreement reviews, and annual planning to drive revenue growth while ensuring profitability and long‑term alignment.
• Monitor market trends, emerging technologies, and competitive activity to guide strategy.
• Maintain accurate forecasting, pipeline visibility, and account documentation using CRM and internal tools.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or a related field
• 7-10+ years of sales experience in the consumer electronics or electronic component industry.
• Direct experience managing relationships with consumer electronic OEMs is required.
• Experience managing global customers,
• Proven ability to manage multi-stakeholder accounts within the consumer electronics industry.

About Pacific International Executive Search:

Pacific International, a globally recognized retained executive search firm, is dedicated to empowering Fortune 500, FTSE 100, and high-growth enterprises in building exceptional C-suite, senior-level, and strategic leadership teams while championing diversity and inclusion. Our adaptability, agility, and forward-thinking ethos distinguish us in the ever-evolving business landscape.

Since 1997, we have been dedicated to building lasting client partnerships based on trust and reliability, and a proven track record of successful C-suite and mid- to senior-level leadership project delivery across many key industries globally.

Diversity Statement:

At Pacific International, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and we proudly champion diversity on behalf of our clients in every Executive Search mandate we undertake. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. In pursuit of these objectives, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities.