Substation 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 designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining electrical equipment within Grant County PUD’s transmission and distribution facilities. This position is responsible for providing knowledge and expertise related to substations, transmission and SCADA automation and other supporting facilities within Grant County PUD’s Power Delivery Department.

Requirements

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 substation 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 substation design principles and practices for major substation equipment, transmission lines, and distribution feeder configurations, ranging from familiar at Engineer II and Engineer III, to firm understanding at Engineer IV, and expert understanding at Engineer V.
Ability to read, interpret, and modify 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.
Troubleshooting, maintenance experience, and optimization techniques related to substations, transmission, and distribution systems, ranging from basic at Engineer II, to moderate at Engineer III, advanced at Engineer IV, and expert at Engineer V.
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 and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance.
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

Support, lead, or direct capital execution of projects as it relates to Substation design, materials, and equipment.
Participate in, lead, or direct processes focusing on operations and engineering practices that drive strong reliability and performance.
Research, design, and support the implementation of new and upgraded equipment throughout the substation, with guidance appropriate to level.
Coordinate with different stakeholders and provide input to substation project plans.
Collaborate with responsible groups and facilitate smooth transition of the design to implementation.
Develop design requirements relating to the application of equipment in substations.
Develop technical specification and standards for ordering equipment and parts, and utilize new technology and best practices during design.
Provide technical expertise and/or team leadership as needed.
Engage with manufacturers and suppliers, including plant/factory visits and project site visits, and represent the Substation Engineering department on new equipment and vendor evaluations.
Engage in industry forums and events, including IEEE, SEE, CIGRE, etc.
Facilitate Substation equipment specification and drawings review; coordinate with manufacturers and vendors to ensure adherence to company requirements.
Review existing materials, components, and design standards for process improvements, cost savings, etc.
Perform independent and/or collaborative research to find innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions to operational problems, as appropriate for level.
Develop training for engineers/partner groups and assist less experienced colleagues in planning, conceptual/detail engineering, and the field, as appropriate for level.
Support the project team at commission meetings and community open houses, as appropriate for level.
Assist with, interpret, or communicate company policies and procedures to internal stakeholders and external project support partners, as appropriate for level.
Serve as a management consultant on engineering problems and issues, as appropriate for level.
Control technical, financial, and service commitments to internal and external customers, as appropriate for level.
Provide project management support that includes budget forecasts, scheduling, coordination, construction/commissioning for small, medium, or large-sized projects, as appropriate for level.
Gain knowledge, apply, or serve as an expert in skills related to best industry practice, Utility Standards, Codes, or other Legal Standards used to support electrical engineering projects and safe and reliable equipment operation.
Research, understand, or perform work on systems related to impacts to FERC, NERC, and CIP compliance standards, as appropriate for level.
Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan, and Grant PUD / IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence.
Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies and procedures.
Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to: Following all safety policies and procedures, Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions, Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor, Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.
Support onboarding, mentoring, and training for less experienced team members.
Perform related duties as required or assigned.