Electrical Engineer III-V, Power Production

Grant PUD•Beverly, WA

21h•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. Engineer III: 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. Engineer IV: 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. Engineer V: 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.

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 Professional Engineer (PE) (Engineer III)
Master’s Degree (Engineer IV-V)
A Washington State Engineering in Training 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.
Research, Design and Support the implementation of New and Upgraded equipment throughout the Hydro Generation Facilities within their field of expertise.
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.
Research and have an understanding related to impacts to FERC, NERC and CIP compliance standards.
Develop and implement 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.
Strong Project Management Support that include budget forecasts, scheduling, coordination, construction/commissioning for medium/large-sized projects.
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.
Perform work on systems with a high level of risk to regulatory compliance.
Develop and implement 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.
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.
Perform work on systems with the highest level of risk to regulatory compliance.
Demonstrate commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.
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.