Engineer In Training - Customer and System Projects

Puget Sound Energy•Kent, WA

6d•$72,700 - $103,300

About The Position

Under direct supervision of more experienced staff, performs entry level work to become familiar with PSE’s engineering practices and functions. The work may be augmented with assignments within various engineering departments to become familiar with those departments, their functions, and how those departments work together to serve PSE’s customers. Assignments are designed to prepare the EIT for a career within PSE. Upholds the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE’s operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities. Promotes and supports a culture of total safety. Demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. Ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations. This job 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.

Requirements

ABET accredited or completed NCEES Credentials evaluated Bachelor of Science degree in electrical, mechanical, civil or other appropriate engineering discipline. An EIT or FE certificate may qualify in lieu of ABET accreditation.
Entry level to two (2) years of experience in engineering design, preparation of specifications, technical field work, or system studies.

Nice To Haves

Possession of or ability to acquire an EIT certificate.
Work or internship experience in utility engineering or related fields.
Knowledge of project cost estimating or scheduling.

Responsibilities

Supports the preparation of engineering plans, designs, specifications, standards, cost estimates, system studies, and other such evaluations.
Applies fundamental engineering principles and theories commonly used in engineering investigations and analysis.
Collects and organizes data from multiple existing and new sources.
Performs background research and provides simple analyses.
Assists more experienced staff with interpretation and analysis of data.
Gains an understanding of the basic functions of PSE’s engineering departments.
Performs field visits and gathers information to aid in the design and construction of gas, electric, and energy infrastructure.
Develops contacts in each department that can be utilized in the future when engineering expertise is required.
Supports emergency response operations when needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.