Engineer II - Substation Controls

About the role

Puget Sound Energy is seeking an Engineer II - Substation Controls to join their team. This role is part of the Engineering Operations team and is located in Snoqualmie, WA.

Responsibilities

• Designs controls systems for substations containing voltages of 12kV and above.
• Works on project teams to support the successful completion of projects designed to reinforce the energy delivery or power generation systems.
• Supports emergency response operations when needed, 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).

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree or Professional Engineer (PE) license in electrical, mechanical, civil, or other appropriate engineering field.
• Experience in planning, design, specification preparation, technical field work, project cost estimating and scheduling.
• Organization, documentation, prioritization, and project management skills.
• Experience working with both internal and external customers on projects.
• Familiarity 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.
• MicroStation or AutoCAD experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor of Science degree or PE license in electrical, mechanical, civil, or other appropriate engineering field.
• Experience in planning, design, specification preparation, technical field work, project cost estimating and scheduling (typically achieved after three (3) or more years practice as a degreed engineer).

Skills

• Ability to interpret requirements and application of company and industry standards, guidelines, and methods.
• Ability to apply engineering principles, practices, and theories.
• Ability to create and review cost estimates, and provide economic analysis for project alternatives.
• Ability to plan and develop project budgets with appropriate documentation.
• Ability to identify potential areas of weakness with assigned work, and initiate corrective action.
• Ability to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and design requirements.
• Ability to support emergency response work as requested.

Benefits

• Competitive and comprehensive total rewards package including medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary options such as supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year.

Pay and Schedule

The pay range for this position is $82,000.00 - $136,300.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses.

Schedule

This role is considered "safety sensitive" as defined in RCW 49.44.240 and is subject to pre-employment drug screening that includes screening for the presence of marijuana and marijuana metabolites.