Mechanical Engineer II-IV
Mechanical Engineer II-IV
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$ 91811 - 147804
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Job Description
Closing Date to Apply: June 10th 2025
Salary:
Engineer II: $77105.60 $118768.00
Engineer III: $91811.20 $147804.80
Engineer IV:$103168.00 $180523.20
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 ()
Position Summary
Be part of a Mechanical 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 and other Supporting Facilities within Grant County PUDs Power Production 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:
Engineer II:
- Develop and implement low impact Mechanical 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 pumps compressors HVAC cranes bearings gear boxes hydraulics piping systems governors as well as other supporting equipment that is required for the safe and reliable operation of the Dam.
- 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 supervisors and peers.
- Project Management Support that includes budget forecasts scheduling coordination construction/commissioning for smallsized projects.
- Provide technical knowledge when possible to assist other Engineers Maintenance Technicians Operators or other departments throughout Power Production regarding 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 mechanical 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 fabrication materials fluid dynamics and thermodynamics.
- Familiar with piping systems hydraulics and heat exchangers.
- Familiar with rotating equipment such as pumps compressors bearings and gearboxes.
- Skills with computer aided drafting programs such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
- Troubleshooting maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to rotating and fixed equipment.
- 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/med impact Mechanical Projects throughout the Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Power Generation Facilities and Supporting facilities.
- Knowledgeable about equipment that ranges from but is not limited to pumps compressors HVAC cranes bearings gear boxes hydraulics piping systems governors as well as other supporting equipment that is required for the safe and reliable operation of the Dam.
- 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 supervisors and peers.
- Project Management Support that includes budget forecasts scheduling coordination construction/commissioning for mediumsized projects.
- Provide technical knowledge when possible to assist other Engineers Maintenance Technicians Operators or other departments throughout Power Production regarding 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 mechanical engineering projects and that are required for the safe and reliable operation of the equipment.
- A fully skilled candidate for the Engineer III will have some of the following knowledge skills & abilities:
- Knowledgeable about fabrication materials fluid dynamics and thermodynamics.
- Experience with piping systems hydraulics and heat exchangers.
- Experience with rotating equipment such as pumps compressors bearings and gearboxes.
- Skills with computer aided drafting programs such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
- Troubleshooting maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to rotating and fixed equipment.
- 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 Mechanical Engineering Group responsible for developing and implementing medium/high impact Mechanical Projects throughout the Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Power Generation Facilities and Supporting facilities.
- Expert about equipment that ranges from but is not limited to pumps compressors HVAC cranes bearings gear boxes hydraulics piping systems governors as well as other supporting equipment that is required for the safe and reliable operation of the Dam.
- 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 when possible to assist other Engineers Maintenance Technicians Operators or other departments throughout Power Production regarding 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 Mechanical 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.
- A fully skilled candidate for the Engineer IV will have most of the following knowledge skills & abilities:
- Vast knowledge about fabrication materials fluid dynamics and thermodynamics.
- Experience with piping systems hydraulics and heat exchangers.
- Experience with rotating equipment such as pumps compressors bearings and gearboxes.
- Familiar with Hydrogeneration equipment such as turbines and generators.
- Advanced Skills with computer aided drafting programs such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
- Act as a Subject Matter expert in at least 1 of the following areas. Turbines Governors Cranes Piping Systems HVAC and Fabrication.
- Advanced troubleshooting maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to rotating and fixed equipment and around Generation Hydro Dams.
- Technical writing and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance.
- Advanced troubleshooting maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to rotating and fixed equipment and around Generation Hydro Dams.
- 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 II:
Required Qualifications (Education Experience Licenses & Certifications)
- Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or engineering technology
- 1 year in discipline of Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology field
- A valid State drivers license with no restrictions.
Preferred Qualifications (Education Experience Licenses & Certifications)
- Masters
- Washington State Engineering in Training
Engineer III:
Required Qualifications (Education Experience Licenses & Certifications)
- Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or engineering technology
- 35 years in discipline working in Utility or Industrial Environment.
- A valid State drivers license with no restrictions.
Preferred Qualifications (Education Experience Licenses & Certifications)
- Masters degree.
- Washington State Engineering in Training
- Professional Engineer (PE).
Engineer IV:
Required Qualifications (Education Experience Licenses & Certifications)
- Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or engineering technology
- 6 years in discipline working in Utility or Industrial Environment.
- A valid State drivers license with no restrictions.
Preferred Qualifications (Education Experience Licenses & Certifications)
- Masters degree.
- Washington State Engineering in Training
- Professional Engineer (PE).
Other Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of Concepts principles theories and methods surrounding engineering industry standards and best practices; project management tools and techniques; technical competencies with an attention toward detail; financial management philosophies.
- Skill in problem solving; written and oral interpersonal communication; workflow and time management; utilizing MS office products; GIS and AutoCAD 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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
