Substation Engineer II-V
Substation Engineer II-V
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Monthly Salary
$ 77105 - 118768
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
09-05-2025
Job Description
Closing Date to Apply: Until Filled
Salary:
Engineer II: $77105.60 $118768.00
Engineer III: $91811.20 $147804.80
Engineer IV:$103168.00 $180523.20
Engineer V:$115960.00 $202904.00
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 PUDs benefit that may be available if hired different employee types are eligible for different benefits.
Grant PUD Unified Insurance Program ()
Position Summary
Be part of a Power Delivery team responsible for designing developing implementing and maintaining electrical equipment within Grant County PUDs transmission and distribution facilities. This position is responsible for providing knowledge and expertise related to substations transmission and SCADA automation and other supporting facilities within Grant County PUDs Power Delivery Department.
Essential Functions
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:
All levels:
- 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 II:
- Support capital execution of projects as it relates to low impact Substation design materials and equipment.
- Participate in processes focusing on operations and engineering practices that drive strong reliability and performance.
- Basic understanding about equipment that ranges from but is not limited to High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems Control Systems Transformers SCADA systems Protective Relay Equipment High/Medium/Low Voltage Circuit Breakers Battery Systems as well as other supporting equipment that is required for the safe and reliable operation of substations.
- Research and support the implementation of new and upgraded equipment throughout the substation with considerable guidance from supervisors and peers.
- Project management support that includes budget forecasts scheduling coordination construction/commissioning for smallsized projects.
- 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 and knowledge of substation components and their functions
- Familiar with substation design principles and practices for major substation equipment transmission lines and distribution feeder configurations
- Ability to read interpret and modify oneline diagrams Substation plan and elevation drawings
- Generate interpret review and revise existing/new drawings. Experience with AutoCAD is a plus
- Developing planning organizational and project management skills
- Selfmotivator who is equally effective working independently or who can work cooperatively in a team environment
- Basic troubleshooting maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to substations transmission and distribution systems.
- Developing knowledge related to regulatory requirements that include FERC/NERC Standards.
- Technical writing and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance.
Engineer III:
- Support capital execution of projects as it relates to Substation design materials equipment. Lead the development of processes focusing on operations and engineering practices that drive strong reliability and performance with assistance.
- Knowledgeable about equipment that ranges from but is not limited to High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems Control Systems Transformers SCADA Systems Protective Relay Equipment High/Medium/Low Voltage circuit breakers Battery Systems as well as other supporting equipment that is required for the safe and reliable operation of substations.
- Coordinate with different stakeholders and provide basic input to substation project plans. Collaborate with responsible groups and facilitate smooth transition of the design to implementation with support.
- Develop design requirements relating to the application of equipment in substations.
- Develop technical specification and standards for ordering equipment and parts and utilize new technology and best practices during design with assistance.
- Provide technical expertise as needed.
- Engage with manufacturers and suppliers (plant/factory visits project site visits) and represent Substation Engineering department on new equipment and vendor evaluations.
- Engage in industry forums and events (IEEE SEE CIGRE etc.).
- Facilitate Substation equipment specification and drawings review coordinate with manufacturers and vendors to make sure they adhere to the company requirements.
- Review existing materials components and design standards for process improvements cost savings etc.
- Research design and support the implementation of new and upgraded equipment throughout the substation with moderate guidance from supervisor and peers.
- Project management support that include budget forecasts scheduling coordination construction/commissioning for smallsized projects.
- 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 of substation components and their functions
- Familiar with substation design principles and practices for major substation equipment transmission lines and distribution feeder configurations
- Ability to read interpret and modify oneline diagrams AC & DC schematics substation plan and elevation drawings
- Generate interpret review and revise existing/new drawings. Experience with AutoCAD is a plus
- Developing planning organizational and project management skills
- Selfmotivator who is equally effective working independently or who can work cooperatively in a team environment
- Moderate troubleshooting maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to substations transmission and distribution systems.
- Developing knowledge related to regulatory requirements that include FERC/NERC Standards.
- Technical writing and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance.
Engineer IV:
- Lead capital execution of projects as it relates to Substation design materials equipment. Lead the development of processes focusing on operations and engineering practices that drive strong reliability and performance.
- Lead the Substation project team towards establishment of technical qualifications and policies. Review the specifications of the equipment and ensure the equipment design is per the District requirement.
- Coordinate with different stakeholders and provide direct input to substation project plans. Collaborate with responsible groups and facilitate smooth transition of the design to implementation.
- Develop design requirements relating to the application of equipment in substations. Assist with interpretation and communication of company policies and procedures to internal stakeholders and external project support partners.
- Develop technical specification and standards for ordering equipment and parts and utilize new technology and best practices during design.
- Provide technical expertise and/or team leadership as needed. Develop training for engineers/partner groups and assist less experienced colleagues in planning conceptual/detail engineering and the field.
- Engage with manufacturers and suppliers (plant/factory visits project site visits) and represent Substation Engineering department on new equipment and vendor evaluations.
- Engage in industry forums and events (IEEE SEE CIGRE etc.). Support the project team at commission meetings and community open houses.
- Facilitate Substation equipment specification and drawings review coordinate with manufacturers and vendors to make sure they adhere to the company requirements.
- Review existing materials components and design standards for process improvements cost savings etc. Perform independent and/or collaborative research to find innovative and costeffective engineering solution to operational problems.
- Serve as a management consultant on engineering problems and issues. Control technical financial and service commitments to internal and external customers.
- Strong Project Management Support that include budget forecasts scheduling coordination construction/commissioning for medium/largesized projects.
- 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:
- Thorough understanding and knowledge of substation components and their functions
- Firm understanding of the substation design principles and practices for major substation equipment transmission lines and distribution feeder configurations
- Ability to read interpret and modify oneline diagrams Substation plan and elevation drawings
- Generate interpret review and revise existing/new drawings. Experience with AutoCAD is a plus
- Strong planning organizational and project management skills
- Selfmotivator who is equally effective working independently or who can work cooperatively in a team environment
- Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks
- Advanced troubleshooting maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to substations transmission and distribution systems.
- Vast knowledge related to Regulatory requirements that include FERC/NERC Standards.
- Technical writing and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance.
Engineer V:
- Lead capital execution of projects and mentor others as it relates to Substation design materials equipment. Direct the development of processes focusing on operations and engineering practices that drive strong reliability and performance.
- Lead and mentor the Substation project team towards establishment of technical qualifications and policies. Develop and teach the specifications of the equipment.
- Coordinate with different stakeholders and provide direct input to substation project plans. Collaborate with responsible groups and facilitate smooth transition of the design to implementation.
- Develop design requirements relating to the application of equipment in substations. Interpretation and communication of company policies and procedures to internal stakeholders and external project support partners.
- Develop technical specification and standards for ordering equipment and parts and utilize new technology and best practices during design.
- Provide technical expertise and/or team leadership as needed. Develop trainings for engineers/partner groups and assist less experienced colleagues in planning conceptual/detail engineering and the field.
- Engage with manufacturers and suppliers (plant/factory visits project site visits) and represent Substation Engineering department on new equipment and vendor evaluations.
- Engage in industry forums and events (IEEE SEE CIGRE etc.). Support the project team at commission meetings and community open houses.
- Facilitate Substation equipment specification and drawings review coordinate with manufacturers and vendors to make sure they adhere to the company requirements.
- Review existing materials components and design standards for process improvements cost savings etc. Perform independent and/or collaborative research to find innovative and costeffective engineering solution to operational problems.
- Serve as a management consultant on complex systematic engineering problems and issues. Control technical financial and service commitments to internal and external customers.
- Strong Project Management Support that include budget forecasts scheduling coordination construction/commissioning for medium/largesized projects.
- 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 have most of the following knowledge skills & abilities:
- Subject matter expert for substation components and their functions
- Expert in understanding of the substation design principles and practices for major substation equipment transmission lines and distribution feeder configurations
- Ability to read interpret and modify oneline diagrams Substation plan and elevation drawings
- Generate interpret review and revise existing/new drawings. Experience with AutoCAD is a plus
- Strong planning organizational and project management skills
- Selfmotivator who is equally effective working independently or who can work cooperatively in a team environment
- Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks
- Expert troubleshooting maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to substations transmission and distribution systems.
- Vast knowledge related to Regulatory requirements that include FERC/NERC Standards.
- Technical writing and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance.
Education and Experience
Engineer II
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology field
- 1 year of Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology field
- A valid State drivers license with no restrictions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree
- A Washington State Engineering in Training Certification
Engineer III
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology field
- 35 years in discipline working in Utility or electric distribution
- A valid State drivers license with no restrictions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree
- A Washington State Engineering in Training Certification
- Professional Engineer (PE)
Engineer IV
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology field
- 6 years of relevant work experience (Utility Substations applications) or demonstrated equivalent
- A valid State drivers license with no restrictions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters Degree
- A Washington State Engineering in Training Certification
- Professional Engineer (PE).
Engineer V
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology field
- At least 10 years of relevant work experience (Utility Substations applications) or demonstrated equivalent
- A valid State drivers license with no restrictions
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters Degree
- A Washington State Engineering in Training Certification
- Professional Engineer (PE).
Other Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of NERC standards and regulatory compliances
- 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 construction 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
*For a full list of requirements the 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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