Electrical Power Systems Engineer - Generation

Electrical Power Systems Engineer -

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Seattle City Light’s Generation Electrical Engineering Section is seeking a high performing, licensed Professional Electrical Engineer, from any state, to join our team. If you’re bringing your PE from another state, you will have a year to obtain your Washington State PE by exam or committee.

As the selected engineer, you will report to Newhalem, Washington and be assigned to support the day‑to‑day operations of the three power plants of the Skagit Hydroelectric Project. In addition to day‑to‑day support, you will be assigned capital projects to design and work collaboratively with field crews to install and test new equipment related to their design.

• Hydroelectric generators, transformers, circuit breakers, governors, and exciters.
• Balance of plant (BOP) equipment such as batteries, and AC power distribution and SCADA systems.
• Plant Controls, Automation, and Relay Protection.
• Equipment associated auxiliary systems including hydraulic power units, standby generators, and compressors.
• Spillway and intake gates controls.
• Troubleshooting, commissioning, inspection, and installation of electrical systems.
• Lead technical role working with on‑site skilled trades.
• Design review and stamping of electrical design packages.
• Project estimating, developing, and presenting proposals.
• Condition assessment, performance monitoring, data analysis and preventative maintenance in hydroelectric generating stations.
• Leading multidisciplinary design teams.
• Managing projects and several concurrent mandates on schedule, and within budget.
• NERC reliability standards as they relate to the operation of Bulk Electric System assets.
• Committed to safe work practices and experience working with safe work procedures.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills.

A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.

Total of 6 years of progressively responsible, difficult and highly complex electrical engineering experience in the Power Industry.

• Registration as a Professional Electrical Engineer in the State of Washington is required. If you are licensed in another state, you may obtain your Washington PE by exam or committee within 12 months of hire.
• Current Washington State Driver’s License or evidence of equivalent mobility.

• Experience working with hydroelectric generators and associated exciters, governors, relay protection, plant controls and automation is highly desired.
• Experience with and recognition of values associated with excellent customer service.
• Knowledge of and direct experience with NERC reliability standards as they relate to the operation of Bulk Electric System assets.
• Operations experience with remote generating facilities.
• Experience in legacy electrical systems and equipment.
• Good interpersonal, technical writing and oral communication skills.
• Proficient using AutoCAD to prepare Engineering Design Packages.

• A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge and experience prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement.
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

The full salary range for this position is $76.38 - $89.65 per hour.

This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.