Senior Engineering Specialist

Puget Sound Energy•Seattle, WA

2d•$82,000 - $136,300

About The Position

Puget Sound Energy's Gas Operations team is seeking a qualified candidate to fill an open Senior Engineering Specialist position. This role involves developing solutions to complex technical problems, requiring extensive knowledge of the subject matter and familiarity with related disciplines. Key duties include leading evaluations and studies, establishing policies and procedures for data and records management, conducting research, managing projects, and interacting directly with customers. The ideal candidate will possess analytical and reporting experience, with proficiency in Power BI and the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. This position provides analytical support for PSE's Gas Operations and Compliance departments and allows considerable latitude in determining technical objectives. The role may also support emergency response operations when needed. This job is considered "safety sensitive" and is subject to pre-employment drug screening.

Requirements

Two-year technical degree or equivalent technical certificate in design or pre-engineering and 3-5 years of relevant experience, or 8+ years of relevant experience.
Extensive knowledge of subject matter within assigned area of focus, and basic knowledge of related disciplines.
Organization, documentation, prioritization, and project management skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Expert with PC and design software, and other database applications.

Nice To Haves

Experience in design, preparation of specifications, technical field work, or system studies.
Experience in project cost estimating or scheduling
Experience working with both internal and external customers on projects.
Knowledge of engineering economics & analysis.
Ability to work effectively and adhere to tight deadlines in a fast paced environment on multiple projects.
Demonstrated attention to detail, problem solving, organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to take initiative and work both independently and as part of a team to drive results.
Experience using a variety of business applications and analysis tools such as Visio, Power BI, Microsoft Office Suite, SAP Business Warehouse, and SAP modules.
Experience using GIS

Responsibilities

Performs the most complex and non-standard project work in support of department needs using applications and tools specific to job assignment and discipline.
Prepares and directs others in the preparation of engineering plans, designs, specifications, and standards.
Develops and prepares studies to identify specific program objectives and establish investment levels.
Maintains up to date knowledge of industry codes and regulations. Leads the team in maintaining compliance with current requirements and directs necessary research.
Prepares cost estimates and project or program evaluations.
Interacts and coordinates directly with internal and external customers to understand project requirements.
Performs or manages the creation and updating of job work orders and project documentation including tasks, calculations, and reporting.
Conducts complex office and field research, measurement and verification of equipment data, and creates and updates equipment records.
Leads, directs and performs data and records management.
Ensures compliance with codes, standards, and design, operation, and maintenance requirements.
Interprets and/or modify available guidelines for application to existing problems or processes.
Coordinates the work of others who assist in specific assignments (including contractors/consultants).
Responsible for driving improvements and maintaining department standards, processes, templates, tools and databases.
May function in a technical leadership role as part of a project team.
Effectively communicates complex technical information, both written and verbal to team members, internal and external customers.
Checks and reviews complex project work of others. Provides technical leadership, training, and mentorship to other personnel.
Ensures that problem solutions are tailored to PSE’s business environment.
Supports emergency response work as requested including immediate and extended restoration efforts driven by weather and other system failures.
Performs other duties as assigned.