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LIVE, WORK AND PLAY!
Chelan County PUD is located in the geographical center of Washington State at the confluence of the Columbia and Wenatchee rivers. A public power leader, the complex and progressive nature of PUD operations offer a unique mix of challenges and opportunities.
We rely on the mighty Columbia River for much of our hydropower generation and we're proud to take a leadership role in environmental stewardship as related to this great river system. Each year we dedicate millions of dollars and thousands of work hours to protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plant ecosystems. As part of hydropower operations, we've also built 14 parks that serve more than 3 million visitors each year.
Rated by Sunset Magazine as one of the top 20 Western DREAM TOWNS and by Forbes in 2017 as one of the top 25 places to retire, Wenatchee is a recreational paradise with an abundance of adventure. The natural scenic beauty of the Wenatchee Valley provides a vivid backdrop to its thriving economy, where the quality of life is high and the climate is moderate with four distinct seasons, including more than 200 days of sunshine!
We are a small town to some and big city to others. We invest in our children and believe that education is the key to our future success.
We live a life of abundant choices and enjoy water sports on the Wenatchee and Columbia rivers, hiking, biking, rock climbing and unlimited golfing. Downhill and cross-country skiing are just minutes away. The area is also known for producing quality wines.
Consider Chelan PUD as a career choice today! The community is waiting for you.
Chelan PUD is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce. M/F/Vet/Disabled
PLEASE NOTE
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume; incomplete materials will not be considered. The cover letter must address transmission planning experience gained from college, work or special projects, along related software tools used (such as PowerWorld, PSLF, etc.) and specific interest in the field.
The position is Open until Filled and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
Interested parties are also invited to contact Ruth Erwert, Recruiting Manager, at joblist@chelanpud.org
SALARY RANGE
The position may be filled at level I, II, II or Senior, based on desired qualifications, skills and abilities). In addition to a competitive salary range of $58,000 - $115,400 for these levels, Chelan PUD employees also enjoy outstanding benefits which include the option of a zero cost medical plan (medical, dental and vision for all eligible dependents), short and long-term disability, Washington State Public Employee's Retirement System, Deferred Compensation (with company matching funds up to 5%), 11 holidays and initial personal leave accrual at 21 days per year.
Introductory Period: New employees holding regular positions must complete an introductory period of twelve months.
JOB POSTING
Are you ready to begin an exciting and challenging career as an ELECTRICAL ENGINEER - Transmission Systems?
Chelan PUD encourages electrical engineering graduates to apply for this exciting opportunity where you will learn the ins and outs of power system analysis by utilizing world class power system simulator software by PowerWorld to perform power flow, transient stability, and voltage stability analyses. Planning engineers at Chelan PUD not only help plan the transmission system of the future, but work closely with system operators and neighboring utilities to ensure safe and reliable operation of the system during planned work, as well as assist with real-time operation of the power system when unexpected events occur.
Advanced engineers applying for the position will also be challenged in areas of interconnection studies, WECC/NERC responsibilities, strategic objectives, inter-disciplinary (Ops, control system engineer, compliance, energy planning, hydro and distribution groups) and mentoring opportunities for junior engineers.
JOB FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the job satisfactorily. Essential functions are those activities that, if not performed, would significantly and fundamentally alter the position.
# Job Functions
1. Electrical Engineering: Performs engineering, analysis, calculations, inspections and field verifications related to transmission systems in one or more of these primary areas: structural transmission line design, system protection, transmission planning, or substation/switchyard design. Perform short-circuit, stability and power-flow analysis for both the operations and planning horizons (planning engineers). May prepare cost estimates. Assists with writing technical purchase and construction specifications, including construction drawings. Follow engineering QA/QC procedures. Review submittals and respond to requests for information during construction. Develop inspection and testing plans for capital and O&M. Inspect construction activities, work products and resolve field construction problems.
2. Regulatory Compliance/Codes & Standards: Assigned as the compliance owner for multiple NERC Reliability Standards by the Managing Director of Generation and Transmission. Responsible for ensuring the District meets its overall compliance obligations for each assigned standard. Oversees the development of required technical process related to the assigned Standards. Stays abreast of changes and modifications to the assigned Standards. Actively monitors compliance with assigned Standards. Ensures controls are in place and documented to provide assurance of compliance with assigned Standards. Performs annual compliance self-assessments of assigned Standards.
3. Plans & Specifications: Performs or assists with engineering planning, cost estimating, economic analysis and develops alternatives to determine solutions to operational problems, regulatory concerns, efficiency improvements, asset management development, etc. Collects data and performs research.
4. System Operations Support: Works extensively with System Operations to perform seasonal and day ahead studies for planned switching activities. The studies inform System Operations of worst case contingencies and provide recommended action for how to best address these contingencies should they occur. Monitors and analyzes real-time system status to ensure safe and reliable operation, recommends adjustments to System Operation.
5. Field Support: Develops operations and maintenance practices and procedures. Provides field assistance to maintenance crews. Perform technical inspections and field verifications to aid in design and construction.
6. EF Ongoing Maintain regular and predictable attendance. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District Policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
7. EF Ongoing Drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.
QUALIFICATIONS: The qualifications listed below are representative of those required, but reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Post-Secondary Education:
Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Electrical Engineering from a four-year college or university or equivalent PE. Lower level positions have a preference for Engineer in Training (EIT) designation and a Master's degree is preferred for higher level incumbents.
Experience:
Entry level positions have a preference for some utility engineering experience gained in college, work or special projects and senior level positions require a minimum of eight or more years experience. Senior level incumbents will have experience in conducting transmission and sub-transmission studies, including power flow, transient stability, voltage stability and post-transient analyses. Experience with planning and operation horizons as well as experience or working knowledge of TPL standards is highly preferred for senior level incumbents.
See the attached Career Level Guide for specific knowledge, skills and abilities associated with levels I, II, III and Senior.
Computers & Equipment: A fully skilled incumbent will have the ability to utilize the following software, hardware, or equipment:
To perform this job successfully, an individual is required to have knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word. Knowledge of PowerWorld, Aspen One-Liner, GE-PSLF or PLS-CADD, Internet Explorer, Maximo and Primavera preferred. The individual is also required to operate general office equipment including computers, printers, peripherals and telephones.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; and talk, hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and perform repetitive hand or arm motion. The employee is occasionally required stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl or twist torso; pull, push, or exert force; and talk, smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds above shoulder height unassisted. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; in confined spaces; fumes or airborne particles; outdoor weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level is usually moderate.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
A valid driver's license is required for this position (verified upon hire). A valid Washington State driver's license is required within 30 days of employment.
DISCLAIMER
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. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
EEO
Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or other protected classifications as defined by law.
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Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)