Power Systems Engineer

Salary

$110,281.60 - $179,400.00 Annually

Location

Tacoma, WA

Job Type

Non-Classified

Job Number

T0440-24B

Department

Power

Division

Power - T&D

Opening Date

01/08/2025

Closing Date

1/22/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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Position Description

Tacoma Power’s Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Section is seeking a Power System Engineer (Power Systems Engineer (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/tacoma/classspecs/1527096?keywords=Associate%20Power%20Systems%20Engineer%2C%20Senior&pagetype=classSpecifications) or Power Systems Engineer, PE (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/tacoma/classspecs/1527097?keywords=Power%20Systems%20Engineer%2C%20PE&pagetype=classSpecifications) ) within its Power System Controls group in support of Tacoma Power's mission to provide safe and reliable electric service.

This position requires excellent communication skills to interact regularly with a diverse audience in other groups: engineering (substation, control systems, generation, technicians, communications, line), project management, system planning, construction and maintenance crews, and system operations.

Responsibilities Include:

• Design and commission system protection, controls, and SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) projects.* Work is performed on 6.6kV, 12.47kV, 13.8kV, 15 kV, 115 kV, and 230 kV systems.

• Select and develop settings for microprocessor, solid state, and/or electromechanical protective relays*

• In partnership with Engineering Technicians prepare control schematic drawings for issuance to construction crews.*

• Provide responsive technical support to T&D crews during capital project installations.

• Assist with collaborative troubleshooting of substation protection, controls, and SCADA systems or components, working with craft personnel to identify and diagnose root causes, evaluate approaches and/or solutions, and see tasks through to resolution.

• Create or modify system protection, controls, and SCADA standards and work practices.

• Prepare accurate technical reports.

• Understand and apply electrical technical and safety codes and regulations.

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on assigned North American Electric Reliability (NERC) Protection and Controls (PRC) standards.

• Respond to operational inquiries and issues, both during planned work and during emergencies.

*If hired at a Power Systems Engineer classification, these tasks will be performed with the supervision and guidance of a licensed professional engineer. If hired at a Power Systems Engineer, PE classification, these tasks will be performed independently.

Qualifications

Power Systems Engineer

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or directly related field.

• 2 years of engineering experience in a power utility

  *Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements

Must complete Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) within 6 months of hire and maintain thereafter.

Washington State Driver's License

Power Systems Engineer, PE Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or directly related field

• 4 years of professional level engineering experience in a power utility

  *Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

  Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements

  May need to complete Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) within 6 months of hire and maintain thereafter depending on assignment.

  Washington State Licensed Professional Engineer

  Washington State Driver's License

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

This recruitment is being managed by Elise Drennen if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn.

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

Tacoma Power

Tacoma Power (https://www.linkedin.com/company/tacoma-power/) is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.

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Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position

Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.

Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.

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The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or directly related field?

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  Which best describes your experience. Check all that apply.

• 2 years or more of engineering experience in a power utility

• 4 years or more of professional level engineering experience in a power utility AND possess a Washington State Professional Engineering License

• None

  03

  Do you have a valid WA driver's license or the ability to obtain one by time of employment?

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  One of the City's Principles that guides us is Equity. Describe what equity means to you and describe any experience you have working with diverse groups of people.

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