Transmission and Distribution Engineer Level I, II, or III

Our Mission

Serve our community with high value utility services at the lowest practical cost.

This role reports to the System Engineering Supervisor and focuses on electrical engineering for the District's transmission and distribution systems, including design, cost estimating, drawing preparation, calculations, material and bid specifications, and planning and analysis to support construction, operation, and maintenance of transmission and distribution lines and related equipment.

A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is required. Transmission and Distribution power utility experience is preferred but not mandatory; candidates with other relevant experience and qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Certified Engineer in Training (EIT) for Level I and II or licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Washington for Level III is preferred. The successful candidate will be hired at Level I, II, or III depending on experience.

Status: Full‑time, Exempt. This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by IBEW Local Union No. 77.

Work Week: Monday – Friday

First Review Date: Friday, June 5 2026 at 5:00 pm

Salary Ranges: Effective February 1 2026

• Level I (0‑4+ years) $7,349 – $8,828
• Level II (5‑8+ years) $9,077 – $11,833
• Level III (9+ years) $12,188 – $13,372

• Provide entry‑level engineering support for overhead and underground distribution, secondary electrical services, and transmission projects.
• Perform routine electrical engineering design and analysis for projects.
• Participate in preparation of specifications for contractor bids on distribution system construction projects.
• Coordinate projects and work with contractors and consulting engineers on design, construction, and specifications of distribution and transmission projects.
• Evaluate distribution system protection coordination schemes.
• Conduct fault studies for proper application of fuses, reclosers, and substation relay settings.
• Perform economic evaluations and cost estimating for distribution and transmission system projects and operation.
• Provide instruction and answers regarding design issues.

• Provide basic electrical engineering support to other departments.
• Develop and update computer analysis programs or tracking systems for appropriate projects.

• Participate in presentations, special projects, and assignments as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to read, interpret, and apply applicable laws, codes, standards, and safety practices relating to electrical utility work.
• Ability to apply engineering theory to system studies and basic electrical power system design.
• Ability to work under direct and indirect supervision.
• Thorough knowledge of basic fundamentals of electricity.
• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals, drawing, design, and mathematics.
• Knowledge of operating personal computers and office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with all levels of the organization, contractors, and customers.
• Demonstrated ability to complete assignments in a timely and accurate manner.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university, or equivalent combinations of education and/or experience allowing professional electrical engineering work on electrical power systems.
• 0 – 3 years of relevant experience.

• Must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license (out‑of‑state residents have 30 days from hire to obtain one) and qualify for the District's auto liability insurance.
• Work performed in an office and in the field.
• Exposure to conditions and hazards from brush, obstacles, debris, holes, fences, and open trenches at construction sites or rural service areas, and potential exposure to electrical high‑voltage lines and aggressive animals.
• May be required to work beyond normal business hours and travel overnight.

As of May 2026, the District…