Real-Time Distribution Systems Engineer

Operate the grid. Modernize the grid. Shape the future.

Portland General Electric (PGE) isseekingan experienced impact-driven Power Systems Engineer to join our Integrated OperationsCenter;the nerve center for real-time distribution grid management across Oregon.

In this roleyoullprovide critical engineering support for live grid operationsmaintainand refine the as-operated system model and help lead our journey toward a smarter more automated grid.Youllwork directly with control room operators planners field engineers and smart grid teams to ensure our grid is reliable resilient and ready for tomorrow.

This role is open to bothcareer levelDistribution Operations Engineers andearly careerDistribution Operations Engineers. Title and level will bedeterminedbased on your experience anddemonstratedqualifications.

Key Responsibilities

For All Levels

• Maintain PGEs as-operated distribution system model in our Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) and Outage Management System (OMS).

• Refine and support advanced distribution applications including:

• Distribution Power Flow (DPF)

• Fault Location Isolation and Service Restoration (FLISR)

• Load forecasting tools

• Review system configurations switching procedures and planned outages for engineeringsoundnessand reliability.

• Provide real-time technical support to Distribution System Operators during outages and abnormal events.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers field crews and customer managers to ensure modeling reflects real-world conditions.

Qualifications

• EducationBachelors degree in Electrical Engineering(ABET-accredited program preferred).

• Experience-Distribution Operations Engineer/p2: 2 years in electrical/power engineering.
• Associate Distribution Operations Engineer/p1:ExperienceTypically two or fewer years in engineering.

Certifications

Technical Skills

• ADMS OMS and power system modeling platforms

• Distribution protection schemes and automation

• Voltage control equipment and clearance management

• Utility safety and operations standards

Soft Skills

Strong analytical thinking communication collaboration and the ability to translate technical insights into operational actions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience supporting a utility control center or working in real-time operations.

• Familiarity with SCADA integration outage response procedures and NESC or utility-specific design standards.

• Exposure tosmart grid initiatives DER integration and field validation processes.

• Ability to mentor junior engineers or lead cross-functional teams on technical investigations.

Work Environment

• Location: PGEs Integrated Operations Center (Tualatin OR)

• Schedule: Full-time; occasional rotational or emergency support may apply

• Travel: Minimal limited to field or team coordination within service territory

• Flexibility: Hybrid schedule may be available based on team needs and responsibilities

General Competencies

Proficiencyby level:

• P1: Working

• P2: Intermediate

Engineering and economic principles and concepts
Engineering processes and procedures
Industry knowledge and technology trends
QA/QC process and procedures
Construction feasibility
Procurement and contract administration
Project controls and estimates
Applicable codes and standards related to distribution systems
Design of overhead and underground distribution facilities
Power flow and system analysis tools
Work management GIS and outage management systems
Distribution protection schemes and coordination principles

Proficiencyby level:

• P1: Working

• P2: Intermediate

Analytical thinking
Problem-solving
Decision-making
Organization and prioritization
Communication (written and oral)
Presentation skills
Utility industry knowledge

Physical Schedule/Attendance and Cognitive Demands

The following requirements apply to both P-levels of this position.

Cognitive

• Ability to adhere to set response timesdeadlinesand time-sensitive tasks
  

• Ability to follow accuracy standards
  

• Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks
  

• Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
  

• Ability to communicate andproblem solvewhen under stress
  

• Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change
  

• Ability to accept anddemonstrateself-awareness when provided constructive

Feedback

• Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement
  

• Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks

• Ability to successfully collaborate with peersmanagersand others within the organization

• Demonstrates sound memory

• Ability to processnew informationto be applied consistently to work tasks

Schedule/Attendance

• Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule
  

• Ability to work long hours
  

• Ability to work a variable schedule
  

• Ability to report to work during severe inclement weather
  

• Ability to consistently meet attendance standards
  

• Ability to work shift schedule
  

• Ability to work on-call schedule

Physical Capabilities:

• Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)

• Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)

• Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)

• Lifting/pushing/pulling:up to 10 lbs.

• Carrying: up to 10lbs.

• Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e. moving equipment boats):

• Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over roughunevenor rocky surfaces)

Environment- Indoor/Outdoor:

• Office

• Plant

• Field