Electrical Power Systems Engineer - Generation

Full Job Description

Seattle City Light’s Generation Electrical Engineering Section is seeking two high performing, licensed Professional Electrical Engineers, from any state, to join our team. We have a great variety of interesting and challenging projects to work on and are pleased to advertise these positions. If you’re bringing your PE from another state, you will have one year to obtain your Washington State PE by exam or comity. One of our positions is located in Newhalem, Washington. 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. The Skagit project is in the North Cascades National Park and you will have the option to live in the company town of Newhalem depending on available space.

Our other position is located in downtown Seattle. As the selected engineer, you will report to Seattle Municipal Tower. With both positions, 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. We are interested in individuals with a positive attitude, good people skills and broad experience working on hydroelectric generation facilities.

This position reports to the Generation Electrical Engineering Supervisor.

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.

Requirements

Here is more about what you’ll be doing:

The successful candidate will be assigned to work on projects based on their experience and project needs, and could be asked to work on any of the following:

• 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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.Experience: Total of 6 years of progressively responsible, difficult and highly complex electrical engineering experience in the Power Industry.

(or other combinations of education and/or experience which provide preparation to do professional electrical engineering work on major electrical power systems).

Certification/License:

• 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 comity within 12 months of hire.
• Current Washington State Driver’s License or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:

• 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.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information

Application Process

Please submit the following with your online application:

• A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities 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.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences.

Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check.

The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3.

A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.

Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers.