Real-Time Distribution Systems Engineer

Portland General Electric Company • Tualatin, OR

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all. Operate the grid. Modernize the grid. Shape the future. Portland General Electric (PGE) is seeking an experienced, impact-driven Power Systems Engineer to join our Integrated Operations Center; the nerve center for real-time distribution grid management across Oregon. In this role, you’ll provide critical engineering support for live grid operations, maintain and refine the as-operated system model, and help lead our journey toward a smarter, more automated grid. You’ll work directly with control room operators, planners, field engineers, and smart grid teams to ensure our grid is reliable, resilient, and ready for tomorrow. This role is open to both career level Distribution Operations Engineers and early career Distribution Operations Engineers. Title and level will be determined based on your experience and demonstrated qualifications. This position is open to two P-levels : Associate Operations Distribution Engineer (Grade 5 / P1 – Entry) and Operations Distribution Engineer (Grade 6 / P2 – Intermediate) . The level at which an offer is made will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited program preferred).
• Distribution Operations Engineer/p2 : 2+ years in electrical/power engineering.
• Associate Distribution Operations Engineer/p1 : Experience Typically two or fewer years in engineering.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam strongly preferred; may be r equired based upon role.
• ADMS, OMS, and power system modeling platforms
• Distribution protection schemes and automation
• Voltage control equipment and clearance management
• Utility safety and operations standards
• Strong analytical thinking, communication, collaboration, and the ability to translate technical insights into operational actions.

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience supporting a utility control center or working in real-time operations.
• Familiarity with SCADA integration, outage response procedures, and NESC or utility-specific design standards.
• Exposure to smart grid initiatives, DER integration, and field validation processes.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers or lead cross-functional teams on technical investigations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain PGE’s as-operated distribution system model in our Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) and Outage Management System (OMS).
• Refine and support advanced distribution applications including: Distribution Power Flow (DPF), Fault Location, Isolation, and Service Restoration (FLISR), Load forecasting tools
• Review system configurations, switching procedures, and planned outages for engineering soundness and reliability.
• Provide real-time technical support to Distribution System Operators during outages and abnormal events.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, field crews, and customer managers to ensure modeling reflects real-world conditions.

Benefits

• Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.
• PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive.
• PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
• PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do.
• One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting [email protected] or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.

What This Job Offers

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