Wildfire Mitigation Planning Engineer​/Senior Wildfire Mitigation Planning Engineer - Oahu

Wildfire Mitigation Planning Engineer / Senior Wildfire Mitigation Planning Engineer - Oahu

Date: Oct 27 2025
Location: Honolulu, Hawaii (HI), 96813
Company: Hawaiian Electric Companies

Posting Status: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged.

• Role: Professional – Wildfire Mitigation Planning Engineer or Senior Wildfire Mitigation Planning Engineer (whichever level best matches qualifications)
• Number of Vacancies: 3
• Responsibilities: Provide strategic, engineering, analytical, and electric‑system asset support for developing wildfire mitigation initiatives under Hawaiian Electric’s Wildfire Safety Strategy (WSS). Duties include scope development, prioritization, strategy formulation, portfolio performance management, regulatory compliance, and emergency response support.
• Primary Functions:
  • Define and develop wildfire initiative scope and strategy under guidance of the Wildfire Mitigation Planning Supervisor.
  • Develop risk‑informed analyses to support cost‑effective risk reduction and grid hardening decisions.
  • Maintain a centralized repository of scoped initiatives tied to WSS goals.
  • Monitor and support scope implementation, escalating deviations related to cost, scope, or prioritization conflicts.
  • Benchmark ongoing mitigation techniques and technologies to inform WSS development.
  • Prepare data and analysis materials for governance and stakeholder engagement.
  • Provide subject‑matter expertise on regulatory filings and compliance related to asset performance.
  • Participate in Company emergency response activities as required.

• Knowledge Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
  • Working knowledge of distribution and transmission system design and operation.
  • Understanding of industry wildfire mitigation plans and benefit‑cost analysis techniques.
  • Familiarity with project feasibility, cost‑benefit analysis, and prioritization techniques.
  • Insight into wildfire risk across Hawaiian Electric’s territories, including regulatory and operational dimensions.
• Skills Requirements:
  • Strategic planning – develop multi‑year work plans.
  • Scope development – define and communicate wildfire‑related scope.
  • Cross‑functional coordination – collaborate with internal and external teams.
  • Technical proficiency – use grid‑related tools (e.g., visualization, project management, Smartsheet, Excel, SharePoint).
  • Critical thinking and decision making – analyze complex, incomplete, or conflicting information.
  • Analytical – create and interpret trends, models, forecasts, and simulations.
  • Computer applications – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
  • Communication – articulate ideas clearly and concisely.
  • Teamwork – function effectively in a team environment.
  • Conflict resolution and negotiation – resolve conflicts and develop alternative solutions.
  • Interpersonal – build effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Experience Requirements:
  • For the Wildfire Mitigation Planning Engineer: 5–7 years of experience in utility planning, scope development, or strategic project support.
  • For the Senior Wildfire Mitigation Engineer: 8+ years of experience in utility planning, scope development, or strategic project support.
  • Preferred experience in regulatory reporting or compliance documentation.

• Wildfire Mitigation Planning Engineer – $97,900 – $125,000 per year.
• Senior Wildfire Mitigation Engineering – $107,700 – $139,800 per year.

Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state’s 1.4 million residents. They are a leading employer and major supporter of community and educational programs. Hawaiian Electric is committed to quality service and to sourcing clean local energy for future generations. For more information, visit

Interested individuals should apply online and describe how their experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities qualify them for the position.

Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with all applicable laws, including Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any request for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the candidate to the HR Service Center at (808) 543‑4848.