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Senior Engineer - Distribution Reliability Planning

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Puget Sound Energy

26d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Engineering
  • Bellevue

AI generated summary

  • You need a BS or PE in engineering, 8+ years of planning and project management experience, strong communication skills, utility industry knowledge, and experience in reliability projects.
  • You will conduct reliability studies, develop improvement projects, mentor staff, coordinate with teams, review designs, support operations, stay updated on technologies, and assist in emergency responses.

Requirements

  • 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 achieved after 8 or more years practice as a degreed engineer). Years of acquired experience is provided as a guide and alone does not constitute readiness for job level as individual’s skill acquisition rates can vary significantly.
  • Demonstrated organization, documentation, prioritization, and project management skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Experience working within the utility industry.
  • Professional Engineering (PE) License.
  • Knowledge of engineering economics, utility accounting practices, and industry standards for electric reliability.
  • Experience leading complex engineering projects related to distribution systems, wildfire mitigation, or grid modernization.

Responsibilities

  • Perform reliability studies using tools such as Synergi for power system simulation and analysis
  • Develop, plan, and justify reliability improvement projects for the electric distribution system
  • Mentor junior engineers, engineers-in-training, and other technical staff
  • Coordinate with Planning teams for holistic issue resolution
  • Provide technical support for the operation, construction, and maintenance of PSE assets
  • Review designs to ensure projects achieve the justified benefits and comply with standards and design requirements
  • Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies in electric utility systems that can improve system reliability
  • Collaborate with the Electric System Design engineers to clearly define project scope for improved system reliability
  • Apply engineering principles and practices
  • Support emergency response work as requested including immediate and extended restoration efforts driven by weather and other system failures
  • Perform other duties as assigned

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Senior Engineer - Distribution Reliability Planning.

What are the main responsibilities of the Senior Engineer?

The Senior Engineer will lead technical initiatives to enhance system reliability and reduce wildfire risk, perform reliability studies, develop and justify reliability improvement projects, mentor junior engineers, and support emergency response work.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor of Science degree or PE license in an appropriate engineering field is required, along with substantial experience in planning, design, and project management, typically 8 or more years.

Is the position considered safety-sensitive?

Yes, the position is considered “safety sensitive” and is subject to pre-employment drug screening.

Is experience in the utility industry preferred for this position?

Yes, experience working within the utility industry is a desired qualification.

What is the pay range for the Senior Engineer position?

The pay range for this position is $104,500.00 - $174,100.00, and it is eligible for annual incentive bonuses.

What kind of benefits does Puget Sound Energy offer to employees?

PSE offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) investment option, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Paid Holidays.

Will I have opportunities for professional growth within the company?

Yes, PSE values and respects its employees and provides opportunities for professional development and growth.

What tools or software will I use in this role?

You will use tools such as Synergi for power system simulation and analysis.

How does PSE approach diversity and equal employment opportunity?

Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and does not discriminate on various bases, including race, gender, and disability.

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Puget Sound Energy

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Employees
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Mission & Purpose

Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is Washington state’s oldest local energy company. We serve 1.1 million electric customers and more than 800,000 natural gas customers in 10 counties.