Engineer II

About the role

Puget Sound Energy's Planning team is seeking an Engineer II to serve as Distribution Capacity Planner with an emphasis on improving the capacity and operating performance of the distribution system in line with the integration of smart grid devices and systems.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepares engineering plans, designs, specifications, standards, cost estimates, system studies, and other technical evaluations that support safe and reliable operation of PSE's energy delivery and power generation systems
• Actively contributes to project teams, applying sound engineering judgment to drive successful planning, execution, and completion of projects designed to reinforce and strengthen PSE's infrastructure
• Takes ownership of assigned tasks, ensuring technical accuracy, quality, and compliance with PSE standards and applicable codes
• Applies engineering principles and practices to solve moderately complex technical problems, exercising increasing independence in judgment while knowing when to seek input from senior engineers on higher-risk or more unusual issues
• Seeks out opportunities to expand technical and managerial knowledge of PSE's systems, processes, and business operations
• Begins to mentor and support the development of entry-level engineers, sharing knowledge and practical insights gained through hands-on project experience
• Demonstrates reliability and readiness to support emergency response operations when needed
• Upholds safety compliance standards inherent in PSE's operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities
• Works on projects that are often composed of many interrelated elements
• Interprets requirements and application of company and industry standards, guidelines, and methods
• Creates and reviews cost estimates, and provides economic analysis for project alternatives
• Plans and develops project budgets with appropriate documentation
• Identifies potential areas of weakness with assigned work, and initiates corrective action
• Ensures compliance with codes, standards, and design requirements
• Supports emergency response work as requested including immediate and extended restoration efforts driven by weather and other system failures
• May coordinate the work of engineering assistants, technicians, or others who assist in specific assignments (including contractors/consultants)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree or PE license in electrical, mechanical, civil or other appropriate engineering field (PE license may qualify in lieu of a degree)
• Experience in planning, design, specification preparation, technical field work, project cost estimating and scheduling (typically achieved after three or more years practice as a degreed engineer; years of experience is a guide and alone does not constitute readiness for job level as individual's skill acquisition rates can vary significantly)
• Organization, documentation, prioritization, and project management skills

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working with both internal and external customers on projects
• Familiar with codes and equipment utilized in the design and operation of utility systems
• Experience with coordinating external consultants in the execution of a project
• Possession of EIT certificate and ability to acquire PE license
• Knowledge of engineering economics and utility accounting practices

Pay

$82,000.00 - $136,300.00, with eligibility for annual goals-based incentive bonuses.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary options: supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) investment option and cash balance retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays