Description

Closing Date to Apply: Until Filled

Salary: 

Engineer I: $72,737.60 - $112,028.80

Engineer II: $77,105.60 - $118,768.00

Engineer III: $91,811.20 - $147,804.80

Engineer IV: $103,168.00 -$180,523.20

Engineer V: $115,960.00 - $202,904.00

Typically, selected candidates are hired at a salary rate between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

Benefits: This link below will provide you with Grant PUD’s benefit that may be available if hired, different employee types are eligible for different benefits.

Grant PUD — Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org)

Grant County PUD will be administering a background check and reference check as part of the hiring process, if selected for this position.

Position Summary:

Be part of an Electrical Engineering team responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining electrical equipment within Grant County PUD’s Priest Rapids and Wanapum Hydro Power Generation Facilities. This position is responsible to provide knowledge and expertise in their discipline related to Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Dams, 230kV Switchyard and other Supporting Facilities. Depending on experience, candidates may be hired at Engineer I through V.

Essential Function:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties. This is not a comprehensive list and may change as needed

Across all levels, engineers will gain experience on equipment that ranges from, but is not limited to, High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems, PLC/VFD and Control Systems, Exciters, Governors, Generator Systems, Transformers (Distribution and GSU) , SCADA Systems, Protective Relay Equipment, High/Medium/Low Voltage Circuit Breakers, Battery Systems, Bridge Cranes, Motor Control Centers as well as other supporting equipment that is required for the safe and reliable operation of the Generators and supporting equipment.

Engineer I:

• Develop and implement low impact Electrical Projects throughout the Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Power Generation Facilities and Supporting facilities.
• Research, Design and Support the implementation of new and upgraded equipment throughout the Hydro Generation Facilities within their field of expertise, with a majority of guidance from supervisor and peers.
• Build technical knowledge, when possible, from Engineers, Electricians, Operators or other departments throughout Power Production in regard to troubleshooting, equipment outages, breakdowns and detailed design of equipment.
• This position will gradually gain knowledge in skills related to best industry practice, Utility Standards, Codes or other Legal Standards that will be used to support electrical engineering projects and that are required for the safe and reliable operation of the equipment.
• A fully skilled candidate for the Engineer I will have some of the following knowledge, skills & abilities:
  • General Understanding about Generators, Exciters, Governors and other Supporting equipment.
  • General Understanding of Switchgear equipment and MCC’s related to Industrial Distribution Systems.
  • Familiar with Industrial Control Systems related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s), Motor Control Circuits and Instrumentation Devices such as (Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Temperature Sensors, etc) with an understanding of PID Loop Controls.
  • Skills with Computer Programming in control languages such as Ladder Logix, C++, Structure Text, Block Logix, Visual Basic, etc.
  • Technical writing and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance.
  • Generate, interpret, review and revise existing/new drawings

Engineer II:

• Develop and implement low impact Electrical Projects throughout the Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Power Generation Facilities and Supporting facilities.
• Research, Design and Support the implementation of new and upgraded equipment throughout the Hydro Generation Facilities within their field of expertise, with considerable guidance from supervisor and peers.
• Project Management Support that include budget forecasts, scheduling, coordination, construction/commissioning for small-sized projects.
• Provide technical knowledge, when possible, to assist other Engineers, Electricians, Operators or other departments throughout Power Production in regard to troubleshooting, equipment outages, breakdowns or during detailed design of equipment based on knowledge and experience.
• This position will gain knowledge in skills related to best industry practice, Utility Standards, Codes or other Legal Standards that will be used to support electrical engineering projects and that are required for the safe and reliable operation of the equipment.
• A fully skilled candidate for the Engineer II will have some of the following knowledge, skills & abilities:
  • Basic Understanding about Generators, Exciters, Governors and other Supporting equipment.
  • Familiar with High/Medium Voltage Transmission and Distribution Equipment.
  • Familiar with Switchgear equipment and MCC’s related to Industrial Distribution Systems.
  • Some experience with Industrial Control Systems related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s), Motor Control Circuits and Instrumentation Devices such as (Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Temperature Sensors, etc) with an understanding of PID Loop Controls.
  • Skills with Computer Programming in control languages such as Ladder Logix, C++, Structure Text, Block Logix, Visual Basic, etc.
  • Technical writing and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance.
  • Generate, interpret, review and revise existing/new drawings

Engineer III:

• Develop and implement low/medium impact Electrical Projects throughout the Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Power Generation Facilities, as well as the Power Production’s 230kV Switchyard and Supporting facilities.
• Research, Design and Support the implementation of New and Upgraded equipment throughout the Hydro Generation Facilities within their field of expertise, with moderate guidance from supervisor and peers.
• Project Management Support that include budget forecasts, scheduling, coordination, construction/commissioning for medium-sized projects.
• Provide technical knowledge to assist other Engineers, Electricians, Operators or other departments throughout Power Production in regard to troubleshooting, equipment outages, breakdowns or during detailed design of equipment based on knowledge and experience.
• This position will have a basic understanding in skills related to best industry practice, Utility Standards, Codes or other Legal Standards that will be used to support electrical engineering projects and that are required for the safe and reliable operation of the equipment.
• Research and have an understanding related to impacts to FERC, NERC and CIP compliance standards.
• A fully skilled candidate for the Engineer III will have some of the following knowledge, skills & abilities:
  • Knowledge related to Generators, Exciters, Governors and Supporting equipment.
  • Familiar with High/Medium Voltage Transmission and Distribution Equipment.
  • Experience with Station Service and Substation Equipment related to the Powerhouse Distribution Systems.
  • Experience with Industrial Control Systems related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s), Motor Control Circuits and Instrumentation Devices such as (Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Temperature Sensors, etc) with an understanding of PID Loop Controls.
  • Skills with Computer Programming in control languages such as Ladder Logix, C++, Structure Text, Block Logix, Visual Basic, etc.
  • Troubleshooting, maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to Operating systems, Electrical Equipment and around Generation Hydro Dams and High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems.
  • Basic Understanding of Data Communication protocols and networking equipment related to Protective Relays (SEL), PLC, HMI, VFD, Ethernet/Fiber switch communication systems.
  • Technical writing and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance.
  • Generate, interpret, review and revise existing/new drawings

Engineer IV: 

• High-level individual contributor (non-leadership) position in the Electrical Engineering Group responsible for developing and implementing medium/high impact Electrical Projects throughout the Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Power Generation Facilities, as well as the Power Production’s 230kV Switchyard and Supporting facilities.
• Research, Design and Support the implementation of New and Upgraded equipment throughout the Hydro Generation Facilities within their field of expertise, with minimal guidance from supervisor.
• Strong Project Management Support that include budget forecasts, scheduling, coordination, construction/commissioning for medium/large-sized projects.
• Provide technical knowledge to assist other Engineers, Electricians, Operators or other departments throughout Power Production in regard to troubleshooting, equipment outages, breakdowns or during detailed design of equipment based on knowledge and experience.
• Perform complex Engineering on critical/high risk equipment related to the Electrical Equipment throughout the Power Production Hydro Generation Facility.
• Develop Technical specification and standards for ordering equipment and parts to utilize new technology and industry best practices during designs.
• This position will be an expert in utilizing skills related to best industry practice, Utility Standards, Codes or other Legal Standards that are required for the safe and reliable operation of the equipment.
• Perform work on systems with a high level of risk to regulatory compliance. Extremely familiar with the understanding related to impacts to FERC, NERC and CIP compliance standards.
• A fully skilled candidate for the Engineer IV will have most of the following knowledge, skills & abilities:
  • Experience with Generators, Exciters, Governors and Supporting equipment in a Hydro Dam facility, Natural Gas/Coal Facility and/or Nuclear Power Facility.
  • Experience with High/Medium Voltage Transmission and Distribution Equipment.
  • Advanced knowledge associated with Station Service and Substation Equipment related to the Powerhouse Distribution Systems.
  • Advanced Knowledge in Industrial Control Systems related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s), Motor Control Circuits and Instrumentation Devices such as (Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Temperature Sensors, etc) with an understanding of PID Loop Controls.
  • Advanced Computer Programming in control languages such as Ladder Logix, C++, Structure Text, Block Logix, Visual Basic, etc.
  • Advanced troubleshooting, maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to Operating systems, Electrical Equipment, Generation and High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems.
  • Vast knowledge related to Regulatory requirements that include FERC/NERC Standards.
  • Act as the Main Engineering Support on at least 1 of the following areas. Protection & Automation Engineering, Controls & Automations Engineering and/or Power & Distribution Engineering.
  • Experienced with Data Communication protocols and networking equipment related to Protective Relays (SEL), PLC, HMI, VFD, Ethernet/Fiber switch communication systems.
  • Technical writing and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance.
  • Modify/Prepare technical specifications that are used by the Electrical Department as referencing best industrial practices, IEEE standards as well NEC and other manufacturing techniques
  • Generate, interpret, review and revise existing/new drawings 

Engineer V:

• High-performing individual contributor (non-leadership) position in the Electrical Engineering Group responsible for developing and implementing medium/high impact Electrical Projects throughout the Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Power Generation Facilities, as well as the Power Production’s 230kV Switchyard and Supporting facilities.
• Subject Matter Expert on Equipment that ranges from, but is not limited to, High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems, PLC/VFD and Control Systems, Exciters, Governors, Generator Systems, Transformers (Distribution and GSU) , Ovation SCADA Systems, Protective Relay Equipment, High/Medium/Low Voltage Circuit Breakers, Battery Systems, Bridge Cranes, Motor Control Centers, etc as well as other supporting equipment that is required for the safe and reliable operation of the Generators and supporting equipment.
• Research, Design and Support the implementation of New and Upgraded equipment throughout the Hydro Generation Facilities within their field of expertise, with little to no guidance from supervisor.
• Excellent Project Management Support that include budget forecasts, scheduling, coordination, construction/commissioning for medium/large-sized projects.
• Provide technical training to assist other Engineers, Electricians, Operators or other departments throughout Power Production in regard to troubleshooting, equipment outages, breakdowns or during detailed design of equipment based on knowledge and experience.
• Perform complex Engineering on critical/high risk equipment related to the Electrical Equipment throughout the Power Production Hydro Generation Facility.
• Subject Matter Expert and Owner of Technical specification and standards for ordering equipment and parts to utilize new technology and industry best practices during design.
• This position will be an expert in utilizing skills related to best industry practice, Utility Standards, Codes or other Legal Standards that are required for the safe and reliable operation of the equipment.
• Perform work on systems with the highest level of risk to regulatory compliance. Extremely familiar with the understanding related to impacts to FERC, NERC and CIP compliance standards.
• A fully skilled candidate for the Engineer V will be considered an expert in most of the following knowledge, skills & abilities:
  • High Level of Experience related to Generators, Exciters, Governors and Supporting equipment in a Hydro Dam facility, Natural Gas/Coal Facility and/or Nuclear Power Facility.
  • High Level of Experience related to High/Medium Voltage Transmission and Distribution Equipment.
  • Advanced knowledge associated with Station Service and Substation Equipment related to the Powerhouse Distribution Systems.
  • Expert in Industrial Control Systems related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s), Motor Control Circuits and Instrumentation Devices such as (Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Temperature Sensors, etc) with an understanding of PID Loop Controls.
  • Advanced Computer Programming in control languages such as Ladder Logix, C++, Structure Text, Block Logix, Visual Basic, etc.
  • Advanced troubleshooting, maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to Operating systems, Electrical Equipment, Generation and High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems.
  • Advanced knowledge related to Regulatory requirements that include FERC/NERC Standards.
  • Subject Matter expert in at least 1 of the following areas. Protection & Automation Engineering, Controls & Automations Engineering and/or Power & Distribution Engineering.
  • Experienced with Data Communication protocols and networking equipment related to Protective Relays (SEL), PLC, HMI, VFD, Ethernet/Fiber switch communication systems.
  • Technical writing and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance.
    Modify/Prepare technical specifications that are used by the Electrical Department as referencing best industrial practices, IEEE standards as well NEC and other manufacturing techniques
  • Generate, interpret, review and revise existing/new drawings

Commitment and Safety 

• In this position, if needed to operate a GPUD vehicle for business purposes, please refer to the Vehicle/Asset Usage Policy, IS-TA-POL-001.
• Demonstrate commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan. The employee should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations. Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to:
• Following all safety policies and procedures.
• Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions.
• Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor.
• Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of NERC standards and regulations
• Knowledge of concepts, principles, theories, and methods surrounding electrical engineering industry standards and best practices (NEC, IEEE, NFPA, etc)
• Ability to perform work in the Field and work in Industrial Environments.
• Skill in problem-solving and thinking critically
• Written and oral interpersonal communication; workflow and time management
• Utilizing MS office products; specialized software, tools, and applications

Physical Requirements

• Position may be eligible for partial hybrid work arrangement: Yes No
• Majority of work is performed in a standard office
• Some field work that may require operation of a
• Typical shifts of employees in this position: 8 hours 9 hours  10 hours  12 hours
  *applicant/incumbent should refer to the Physical Capacity Evaluation (PCE).

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas.

Requirements

Engineer I

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Washington State Engineering in Training Certification

Engineer II

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology
• 1 year in discipline of Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology field

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Washington State Engineering in Training Certification

Engineer III

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology
• 3-5 years in discipline working in Utility or Industrial Environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Washington State Engineering in Training Certification
• Professional Engineer (PE).

Engineer IV

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology
• 6 years in discipline working in Utility or Industrial Environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Washington State Engineering in Training Certification
• Professional Engineer (PE).

Engineer V

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology
• 10 years in discipline working in Utility or Industrial Environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree.
• A Washington State Engineering in Training Certification
• Professional Engineer (PE).