Standards Engineer I-V, Power Delivery

Grant County Public Utility District•Ephrata, WA

7h•$80,366 - $228,062•Hybrid

About The Position

Be part of a Power Delivery team responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving engineering standards, technical practices, and equipment specifications that support the design, construction, operations, and maintenance of electric system infrastructure. This position supports safe, reliable, compliant, and cost-effective power delivery systems by enduring standards aligning with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, utility operations, and Grant PUD objectives. Depending on experience, the role may range from supporting standards documentation and technical reviews to leading cross-functional standards governance, equipment strategy and mentoring junior engineers.

Requirements

All levels require a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field OR equivalent relevant experience (4 years in lieu of degree)
Engineer II: 1+ year
Engineer III: 3+ years
Engineer IV: 6+ years
Engineer V: 10+ years
Understanding and knowledge of electric system components and their functions, ranging from basic understanding and knowledge at Engineer II, to knowledge at Engineer III, thorough understanding and knowledge at Engineer IV, and subject matter expert at Engineer V.
Understanding of electric system design principles and practices for major substation equipment, transmission lines, and distribution feeder configurations, ranging from familiar at Engineer II and Engineer III, to strong or thorough understanding at Engineer IV, and expert understanding at Engineer V.
Ability to read, interpret, and modify technical drawings, one-line diagrams, substation plan and elevation drawings, and, where applicable, AC & DC schematics.
Ability to generate, interpret, review, and revise existing/new drawings.
Planning, organizational, and project management skills, ranging from developing at Engineer II and Engineer III to strong at Engineer IV and Engineer V.
Self-motivator who is equally effective working independently or who can work cooperatively in a team environment.
Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks, as appropriate to level.
Knowledge related to regulatory requirements that include FERC/NERC Standards, ranging from developing knowledge at Engineer II and Engineer III to vast knowledge at Engineer IV and Engineer V.
Technical writing skills with the ability to produce clear, detailed documents for material specifications and contracts, ranging from technical writing skills at Engineer II to strong technical writing skills at Engineer III, Engineer IV, and Engineer V.
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 construction 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

Experience with AutoCAD is a plus.
Engineer I: A Washington State Engineering in Training
Engineer II: Master’s Degree
Engineer II: A Washington State Engineering in Training
Engineer III-V: Master’s degree.
Engineer III-V: A Washington State Engineering in Training
Engineer III-V: Professional Engineer (PE)

Responsibilities

Develop, revise, implement, update, or establish strategic direction for engineering standards, specifications, design guidelines, and technical practices for transmission, distribution, substations, or generation systems.
Interpret utility standards and technical requirements for engineering teams, project engineers, construction crews, and internal partner groups.
Conduct research on applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards, including IEEE, ANSI, NESC, NEC, OSHA, FERC, NERC, CIP, and related Utility Standards, Codes, or Legal Standards.
Review technical documentation, drawings, construction packages, equipment specifications, materials, components, and design standards for Standards compliance, process improvements, cost savings, reliability, and adherence to company or contract requirements.
Maintain Standards documentation databases and revision control systems.
Support or lead capital project teams through design reviews, compliance assessments, equipment specification reviews, drawing reviews, and transition from design to implementation.
Evaluate new materials, equipment, technologies, product/material performance data, and emerging technical practices to improve standards, reliability, and operational performance.
Develop technical specification requirements for the procurement of standard equipment and provide technical expertise when material substitutions are required.
Coordinate with internal departments, manufacturers, vendors, suppliers, sales representatives, regulatory agencies, professional organizations, and external stakeholders.
Engage in manufacturer/supplier visits, project site visits, industry forums, and events, including IEEE and NWPPA.
Provide technical expertise, team leadership, training, mentoring, and guidance to crews, engineers, partner groups, and less experienced colleagues.
Perform independent and/or collaborative research to find innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions to operational problems.
Perform work on systems with the highest level of risk to regulatory compliance, as appropriate for level.
Support onboarding, mentoring, and training for less experienced team members.
Perform related duties as required or assigned.