Power Production Electrical Engineer II-IV
Power Production Electrical Engineer II-IV
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11-04-2025
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Monthly Salary
$ 77105 - 118768
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
11-04-2025
Job Description
Closing Date to Apply: March 19th 2025
Salary:
Engineer II: $77105.60 $118768.00
Engineer III: $86569.60 $139380.80
Engineer IV: $97323.20 $156707.20
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 PUDs benefit that may be available if hired different employee types are eligible for different benefits.
Grant PUD Unified Insurance Program (uipwa)
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 PUDs 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 within Grant County PUDs Power Production Department.
Essential Function:
Essential functions as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following representative duties knowledge and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Engineer II:
- Develop and implement low impact Electrical Projects throughout the Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Power Generation Facilities and Supporting facilities.
- Basic Understanding about 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.
- 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 smallsized 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 MCCs related to Industrial Distribution Systems.
- Some experience with Industrial Control Systems related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) 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
- Demonstrate commitment to Grant PUDs 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.
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 Productions 230kV Switchyard and Supporting facilities.
- Knowledgeable about 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 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 moderate guidance from supervisor and peers.
- Project Management Support that include budget forecasts scheduling coordination construction/commissioning for mediumsized 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 (PLCs) Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) 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
- Demonstrate commitment to Grant PUDs 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.
Engineer IV:
- Highlevel individual contributor (nonleadership) 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 Productions 230kV Switchyard and Supporting facilities.
- 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 minimal guidance from supervisor.
- Strong Project Management Support that include budget forecasts scheduling coordination construction/commissioning for medium/largesized 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 and utilize new technology and 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 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.
- Expert in Industrial Control Systems related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) 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 and around Generation Hydro Dams and High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems.
- Vast knowledge related to Regulatory requirements that include FERC/NERC Standards.
- Act as a 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
- Demonstrate commitment to Grant PUDs 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.
Education and Education
Engineer II
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology
- 1 year in discipline of Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology field
- A valid State drivers license with no restrictions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters
- A Washington State Engineering in Training
Engineer III
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology
- 35 years in discipline working in Utility or Industrial Environment.
- A valid State drivers license with no restrictions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree.
- A Washington State Engineering in Training
- Professional Engineer (PE).
Engineer IV
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology
- 6 years in discipline working in Utility or Industrial Environment.
- A valid State drivers license with no restrictions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters
- A Washington State Engineering in Training
- Professional Engineer (PE).
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 problemsolving 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 the principal functions for this job the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility but should not be considered an allinclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas.
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