Electrical Engineer I / II - Oahu

Hawaiian Electric•Honolulu, HI

3d•$79,600 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

Hawaiian Electric Company is hiring at either the Engineer I or Engineer II level in its Transmission & Distribution Engineering Department, with placement based on the candidate’s qualifications. The role supports the company’s capital construction programs through engineering design, project engineering, project management, and related general engineering duties. Engineer I works under the direct supervision of higher-level professional engineers on defined assignments, applying standard engineering methods and judgment. Engineer II independently evaluates and adapts engineering approaches, leads work on major capital projects, and may develop new methods and procedures. The position involves preparing engineering designs and specifications, conducting studies and field inspections, managing project budgets and schedules, coordinating consultants and contractors, and working with government agencies on project rules, permits, and regulations. The role also includes participation in company emergency response activities as assigned. The position is located in Honolulu, Oahu. The hiring range is $79,600–$101,600 for Engineer I and $99,900–$125,000 for Engineer II.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering discipline relevant to the department from an accredited engineering school.
Engineer I: normally at least 3 years of relevant engineering experience, including working knowledge of engineering design, project engineering, project management, and construction methods associated with electric utility facilities.
Engineer II: normally at least 5 years of relevant engineering experience in power engineering design, project engineering, project management, design standards, and construction methods associated with electric utility facilities.
Experience in the design of additions, modifications, extensions, upgrades, and rearrangements of company generation, transmission, substation, communication, and control systems and facilities in a relevant area of expertise.
Engineer II: 5–7 years of experience in design of company generation, transmission, substation, communication and control systems and facilities, protective relaying systems, or power systems analysis; five years of design experience must be in a specific area of expertise.
Engineer II: State of Hawaii Professional Engineer license in a relevant discipline is required to stamp drawings and designs needed for construction and building permits.
Working knowledge of personal computers and related software such as spreadsheets and word processing, and ability to learn additional software tools.
Working knowledge of LEAN continuous improvement principles and SafeStart principles and practices.
Engineer II: working knowledge of applicable City/County, State, and Federal laws, ordinances, regulations, codes, practices, and procedures.
Engineer I: effective written, oral, and listening communication skills; leadership and interpersonal skills for working with company personnel, contractors, consultants, government agencies, community groups, and customers.
Engineer II: demonstrated leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills for working with company personnel, contractors, consultants, government agencies, community groups, and customers.
Ability to adapt to a demanding work environment and changing priorities; handle difficult or sensitive issues professionally, with tact, courtesy, and discretion; and perform analytical and administrative work related to project requirements, cost and time constraints, and conflicting priorities.
Engineer II: ability to conceptualize new ideas quickly.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license issued by Hawaii or another U.S. state and meet the standards in the company’s Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy.

Nice To Haves

Engineer II: working knowledge of Hawaiian Electric’s capital and O&M budget procedures is strongly preferred.
Engineer II: working knowledge of System Planning and Protection is preferred.
Engineer II: working knowledge of business writing, accounting, economics, business law, and finance is desirable.

Responsibilities

Prepare plans, layouts, design calculations, and related engineering designs in accordance with company standards and applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Conduct engineering and design studies, cost-alternative studies, and field inspections; prepare reports and review or comment on technical reports and studies prepared by others.
Prepare and manage project cost estimates, budgets, schedules, material and construction specifications, and construction contracts.
Perform project engineering and project management functions, including work on major capital projects.
Coordinate and direct the work of consulting engineers; prepare requests for proposals, evaluate proposals and bids for engineering services and equipment, and make recommendations.
Work with City/County, State, and Federal agencies on project rules, regulations, and permits.
Develop new or improved engineering techniques and procedures for equipment, materials, products, or methods.
Conduct field inspections to verify conditions and compliance with specifications, and report findings.
Support procurement by preparing specifications for bid, evaluating proposals, and making purchase recommendations.
Follow company policies, mission, vision, values, and culture dimensions.
Participate in company emergency response activities as assigned, including preparation for emergency response.