Engineer III- Electric Reliability Planning

Engineer III
- Electric Reliability Planning

Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is seeking an Engineer III for distribution planning to support reliability and modernization initiatives.

PSE’s Electric Distribution Reliability Planning team identifies solutions that improve system reliability for customers across more than 1,100 distribution circuits from nearly 300 substations. The role supports wildfire mitigation projects, grid modernization technologies, and enhances distribution system safety and performance.

The position provides engineering support and guidance to junior staff, aligns with corporate strategy, and presents to diverse audiences. It involves knowledge sharing, workforce development, and ensuring compliance with PSE design standards and safety requirements.

This job is considered "safety sensitive" and is subject to pre‑employment drug screening.

• Monitors electric distribution system reliability performance at the circuit level
• Performs reliability studies and system analysis using tools including Synergi for simulation, modeling, and analysis
• Develops distribution system improvement projects and utility infrastructure solutions
• Scopes microgrid solutions for enhanced reliability and resiliency applications
• Identifies and scopes Distribution Automation Fault Location, Isolation, and Service Restoration (DA‑FLISR) projects
• Evaluates and scopes wildfire mitigation projects to enhance system resilience
• Collaborates with PSE’s Grid Modernization team to implement new technologies
• Collaborates with Electric System Design engineers to ensure efficient and clear communication of project scope
• Coordinates with other Planning teams to ensure holistic issue resolution
• Leads, mentors, and coordinates work of junior engineers, engineering assistants, contractors, and other technical staff
• Provides technical support in planning, construction, and analysis of PSE facilities and assets
• Reviews design and documentation to ensure projects achieve justified benefits and comply with codes, standards and design requirements
• Interprets and applies company and industry standards, guidelines, and methods
• Supports emergency response work including immediate and extended restoration efforts
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Bachelor of Science degree or PE license in electrical, mechanical, civil, or other appropriate engineering field
• Substantial experience in planning, design, specification preparation, technical field work, project cost estimating, and scheduling (typically 5+ years as a degreed engineer)
• Demonstrated organization, documentation, prioritization, and project management skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Experience working within the utility industry
• Possession of a Professional Engineering License
• Knowledge of engineering economics and utility accounting practices
• Experience working on complex engineering projects

The pay range for this position is $94,300.00 - $, with eligibility for annual, goal‑based incentive bonuses.

PSE offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan, Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.

Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or disability. For assistance with reasonable accommodations, contact the Human Resources Staffing department at  or 425‑462‑3017.