Electrical Engineer III-V, Power Production

Grant County Public Utility District • Beverly, WA

17h • Hybrid

About The Position

Be part of an Electrical Engineering team responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining electrical equipment within Grant County PUD’s Priest Rapids and Wanapum Hydro Power Generation Facilities. This position is responsible to provide knowledge and expertise in their discipline related to Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Dams, 230kV Switchyard and other Supporting Facilities within Grant County PUD’s Power Production Department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology
• 3-5 years in discipline working in Utility or Industrial Environment. (Engineer III)
• 6-9 years in discipline working in Utility or Industrial Environment. (Engineer IV)
• 10 years in discipline working in Utility or Industrial Environment. (Engineer V)
• A valid State driver’s license with no restrictions.
• Knowledge of NERC standards and regulatory compliances
• Knowledge of concepts, principles, theories, and methods surrounding electrical engineering industry standards and best practices (NEC, IEEE, NFPA, etc)
• Ability to perform work in the Field and work in Industrial Environments.
• Skill in problem-solving and thinking critically
• Written and oral interpersonal communication; workflow and time management
• Utilizing MS office products; specialized software, tools, and applications

Nice To Haves

• A Washington State Engineering in Training (Engineer III)
• Professional Engineer (PE) (Engineer III)
• Master’s Degree (Engineer IV-V)
• A Washington State Engineering in Training (Engineer IV-V)
• Professional Engineer (PE) (Engineer IV-V)

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement low/medium impact Electrical Projects throughout the Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Power Generation Facilities, as well as the Power Production’s 230kV Switchyard and Supporting facilities.
• Knowledgeable about equipment that ranges from, but is not limited to, High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems, PLC/VFD and Control Systems, Exciters, Governors, Generator Systems, Transformers (Distribution and GSU) , SCADA Systems, Protective Relay Equipment, High/Medium/Low Voltage Circuit Breakers, Battery Systems, Bridge Cranes, Motor Control Centers, etc as well as other supporting equipment that is required for the safe and reliable operation of the Generators and supporting equipment.
• Research, Design and Support the implementation of New and Upgraded equipment throughout the Hydro Generation Facilities within their field of expertise, with moderate guidance from supervisor and peers.
• Project Management Support that include budget forecasts, scheduling, coordination, construction/commissioning for medium-sized projects.
• Provide technical knowledge to assist other Engineers, Electricians, Operators or other departments throughout Power Production in regard to troubleshooting, equipment outages, breakdowns or during detailed design of equipment based on knowledge and experience.
• This position will have a basic understanding in skills related to best industry practice, Utility Standards, Codes or other Legal Standards that will be used to support electrical engineering projects and that are required for the safe and reliable operation of the equipment.
• Research and have an understanding related to impacts to FERC, NERC and CIP compliance standards.
• A fully skilled candidate for the Engineer III will have some of the following knowledge, skills & abilities: Knowledge related to Generators, Exciters, Governors and Supporting equipment. Familiar with High/Medium Voltage Transmission and Distribution Equipment. Experience with Station Service and Substation Equipment related to the Powerhouse Distribution Systems. Experience with Industrial Control Systems related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s), Motor Control Circuits and Instrumentation Devices such as (Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Temperature Sensors, etc) with an understanding of PID Loop Controls. Skills with Computer Programming in control languages such as Ladder Logix, C++, Structure Text, Block Logix, Visual Basic, etc. Troubleshooting, maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to Operating systems, Electrical Equipment and around Generation Hydro Dams and High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems. Basic Understanding of Data Communication protocols and networking equipment related to Protective Relays (SEL), PLC, HMI, VFD, Ethernet/Fiber switch communication systems. Technical writing and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance. Generate, interpret, review and revise existing/new drawings
• Demonstrate commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan. The employee should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations. Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to: Following all safety policies and procedures. Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions. Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor. Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.
• High-level individual contributor (non-leadership) position in the Electrical Engineering Group responsible for developing and implementing medium/high impact Electrical Projects throughout the Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Power Generation Facilities, as well as the Power Production’s 230kV Switchyard and Supporting facilities.
• Expert on Equipment that ranges from, but is not limited to, High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems, PLC/VFD and Control Systems, Exciters, Governors, Generator Systems, Transformers (Distribution and GSU) , Ovation SCADA Systems, Protective Relay Equipment, High/Medium/Low Voltage Circuit Breakers, Battery Systems, Bridge Cranes, Motor Control Centers, etc as well as other supporting equipment that is required for the safe and reliable operation of the Generators and supporting equipment.
• Research, Design and Support the implementation of New and Upgraded equipment throughout the Hydro Generation Facilities within their field of expertise, with minimal guidance from supervisor.
• Strong Project Management Support that include budget forecasts, scheduling, coordination, construction/commissioning for medium/large-sized projects.
• Provide technical knowledge to assist other Engineers, Electricians, Operators or other departments throughout Power Production in regard to troubleshooting, equipment outages, breakdowns or during detailed design of equipment based on knowledge and experience.
• Perform complex Engineering on critical/high risk equipment related to the Electrical Equipment throughout the Power Production Hydro Generation Facility.
• Develop Technical specification and standards for ordering equipment and parts to utilize new technology and industry best practices during designs.
• This position will be an expert in utilizing skills related to best industry practice, Utility Standards, Codes or other Legal Standards that are required for the safe and reliable operation of the equipment.
• Perform work on systems with a high level of risk to regulatory compliance. Extremely familiar with the understanding related to impacts to FERC, NERC and CIP compliance standards.
• A fully skilled candidate for the Engineer IV will have most of the following knowledge, skills & abilities: Experience with Generators, Exciters, Governors and Supporting equipment in a Hydro Dam facility, Natural Gas/Coal Facility and/or Nuclear Power Facility. Experience with High/Medium Voltage Transmission and Distribution Equipment. Advanced knowledge associated with Station Service and Substation Equipment related to the Powerhouse Distribution Systems. Advanced Knowledge in Industrial Control Systems related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s), Motor Control Circuits and Instrumentation Devices such as (Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Temperature Sensors, etc) with an understanding of PID Loop Controls. Advanced Computer Programming in control languages such as Ladder Logix, C++, Structure Text, Block Logix, Visual Basic, etc. Advanced troubleshooting, maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to Operating systems, Electrical Equipment, Generation and High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems. Vast knowledge related to Regulatory requirements that include FERC/NERC Standards. Act as the Main Engineering Support on at least 1 of the following areas. Protection & Automation Engineering, Controls & Automations Engineering and/or Power & Distribution Engineering. Experienced with Data Communication protocols and networking equipment related to Protective Relays (SEL), PLC, HMI, VFD, Ethernet/Fiber switch communication systems. Technical writing and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance. Modify/Prepare technical specifications that are used by the Electrical Department as referencing best industrial practices, IEEE standards as well NEC and other manufacturing techniques. Generate, interpret, review and revise existing/new drawings
• High-performing individual contributor (non-leadership) position in the Electrical Engineering Group responsible for developing and implementing medium/high impact Electrical Projects throughout the Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Power Generation Facilities, as well as the Power Production’s 230kV Switchyard and Supporting facilities.
• Subject Matter Expert on Equipment that ranges from, but is not limited to, High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems, PLC/VFD and Control Systems, Exciters, Governors, Generator Systems, Transformers (Distribution and GSU) , Ovation SCADA Systems, Protective Relay Equipment, High/Medium/Low Voltage Circuit Breakers, Battery Systems, Bridge Cranes, Motor Control Centers, etc as well as other supporting equipment that is required for the safe and reliable operation of the Generators and supporting equipment.
• Research, Design and Support the implementation of New and Upgraded equipment throughout the Hydro Generation Facilities within their field of expertise, with little to no guidance from supervisor.
• Excellent Project Management Support that include budget forecasts, scheduling, coordination, construction/commissioning for medium/large-sized projects.
• Provide technical training to assist other Engineers, Electricians, Operators or other departments throughout Power Production in regard to troubleshooting, equipment outages, breakdowns or during detailed design of equipment based on knowledge and experience.
• Perform complex Engineering on critical/high risk equipment related to the Electrical Equipment throughout the Power Production Hydro Generation Facility.
• Subject Matter Expert and Owner of Technical specification and standards for ordering equipment and parts to utilize new technology and industry best practices during design.
• This position will be an expert in utilizing skills related to best industry practice, Utility Standards, Codes or other Legal Standards that are required for the safe and reliable operation of the equipment.
• Perform work on systems with the highest level of risk to regulatory compliance. Extremely familiar with the understanding related to impacts to FERC, NERC and CIP compliance standards.
• A fully skilled candidate for the Engineer V will be considered an expert in most of the following knowledge, skills & abilities: High Level of Experience related to Generators, Exciters, Governors and Supporting equipment in a Hydro Dam facility, Natural Gas/Coal Facility and/or Nuclear Power Facility. High Level of Experience related to High/Medium Voltage Transmission and Distribution Equipment. Advanced knowledge associated with Station Service and Substation Equipment related to the Powerhouse Distribution Systems. Expert in Industrial Control Systems related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s), Motor Control Circuits and Instrumentation Devices such as (Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Temperature Sensors, etc) with an understanding of PID Loop Controls. Advanced Computer Programming in control languages such as Ladder Logix, C++, Structure Text, Block Logix, Visual Basic, etc. Advanced troubleshooting, maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to Operating systems, Electrical Equipment, Generation and High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems. Advanced knowledge related to Regulatory requirements that include FERC/NERC Standards. Subject Matter expert in at least 1 of the following areas. Protection & Automation Engineering, Controls & Automations Engineering and/or Power & Distribution Engineering. Experienced with Data Communication protocols and networking equipment related to Protective Relays (SEL), PLC, HMI, VFD, Ethernet/Fiber switch communication systems. Technical writing and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance. Modify/Prepare technical specifications that are used by the Electrical Department as referencing best industrial practices, IEEE standards as well NEC and other manufacturing techniques. Generate, interpret, review and revise existing/new drawings

Benefits

• This link below will provide you with Grant PUD’s benefit that may be available if hired, different employee types are eligible for different benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level