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Project Delivery Electrical Engineer

Los Angeles, California, United States. Mountain View, California, United States. San Francisco, California, United States Full-Time Finance, Business Systems, and Global Places & Services 3841

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Project Delivery Electrical Engineer

  • 3841
  • On Site
  • Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Mountain View, California, United States
  • San Francisco, California, United States
  • Finance, Business Systems, and Global Places & Services
  • Full-Time

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has focused on building the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—to improve access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes. The Waymo Driver powers Waymo’s fully autonomous ride-hail service and can also be applied to a range of vehicle platforms and product use cases. The Waymo Driver has provided over ten million rider-only trips, enabled by its experience autonomously driving over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.

Waymo's cars may be self-driving, but its electrical engineering subject matter expertise is steered by specialists like you. Safety is our foundation and is at the heart of everything we do. As Waymo's Project Delivery Electrical Engineer you will be responsible for site due diligence on electrical infrastructure and utility requirements for all real estate transactions and In partnership with the Pre-construction team and consultants, contribute to initial CapEx costs and schedules for sites in an extremely fast paced environment with a high degree of ambiguity. At every turn, process excellence, collaboration, and detailed cross-org communications are critical.

You will provide subject matter expertise for these projects and implement strategic improvements while assuring alignment and compliance with stakeholder and jurisdictional requirements.

You Will:

  • Conduct due diligence on electrical infrastructure and utility requirements for all real estate transactions and In partnership with the Pre-construction team and consultants, contribute to initial CapEx costs and schedules for sites. Provide clear, concise and data driven recommendations to aid the Real Estate team selection of site(s).
  • Oversee the design and implementation of electrical systems for new Waymo facilities and upgrades to existing ones.
  • Develop and maintain Waymo's electrical engineering standards and specifications for real estate projects.
  • Prepare load studies and calculations as a Subject Matter Expert to determine the electrical capabilities of a potential site.
  • Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., Real Estate, Construction, Operations) to define electrical requirements and integrate them into overall project plans.
  • Evaluate new electrical technologies and materials for potential application in Waymo's real estate portfolio.

You have:

  • Bachelor's degree required or higher education in electrical engineering or equivalent years of experience. 
  • 10+ years experience of increasing responsibility in design of EV charging, industrial, critical redundancy sites, lab and office projects. 
  • Robust knowledge of site utilities, due diligence, preconstruction in industrial asset types.
  • Working knowledge and familiarity of facility systems such as Mechanical (HVAC) systems, Plumbing and Process systems,  transformer equipment, emergency power supply (generators), Control Systems and life safety systems, construction drawings, and permit packages
  • Strong analytical skills with ability to provide clear recommendations and solutions
  • Excellent written and verbal skills and experience creating business cases for funding approvals.

We Prefer:

  • Master’s degree
  • Engineering License: P.E.
  • Professional certifications:  PMP
  • Experience with autonomous vehicle (AV) infrastructure or related advanced technology projects
  • Knowledge of sustainable design principles and practices in electrical engineering
  • Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively

Travel Requirements: 

  • 25% - Visits to potential new sites for the purposes of due diligence and existing sites for project scoping and review.

The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process. 

Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements. 

Salary Range
$190,000—$241,000 USD

We appreciate your interest in Waymo. Waymo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a culture of belonging and maintaining a supportive workplace for all employees. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, and employment decisions are based on a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and alignment with job requirements and business needs. Waymo does not discriminate against, and prohibits harassment of, any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, family status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law. Waymo will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. Waymo is committed to making sure our hiring process is accessible for all candidates. If you need assistance applying for a role or participating in the interview process due to a disability, please let the recruiting team know or email waymo-candidatesupport@google.com. (This email address is intended to be used only for requesting accommodations as part of the application process. Other inquiries will not receive a response.)

Some of our Benefits

Health and wellness

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. At Waymo, you can enjoy top-notch medical, dental and vision insurance, mental wellness support, gym membership, and special wellness programs.

Financial wellness

Your financial peace of mind is important to us. At Waymo, we offer competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, equity, employees provident fund, and lots of other perks and employee discounts.

Flexibility and time off

Take the time you need to relax and recharge. Enjoy the flexibility to work from another location for four weeks per year. We support an on-site or hybrid work model and offer remote working opportunities, paid time off, bereavement, sick, and parental leave. 

Supporting families

When it comes to growing your family or caring for your loved ones, you have our full support. Enhanced leave options include 26 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and 18 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.

Community and personal development

At Waymo, you'll find a range of opportunities to grow, connect, and give back. We offer education reimbursement, personal and professional development, mentorship, and other ways to connect through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), other internal groups, and even time off to volunteer.

Cool perks

Access to Google offices, cafes, wellness centers, massages, and so much more. To support your wellbeing at home, you can enjoy at-home fitness and cooking classes, and more.

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