Engineer II - Electric Grid Asset Management

Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you!  With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now.   PSE's Planning team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open  Engineer II - Electric Grid Asset Management  position! Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process. Job Description

Please note that the Senior Engineer - Electric Grid Asset Management (6636)  & Engineer III - Electric Grid Asset Management (6639) & Engineer II - Electric Grid Asset Management (6640) are linked job postings for one opening. Please apply to the role that best matches your qualifications.   Under minimal supervision of more experienced staff, an Engineer supports the team goals in fully realizing asset value through managing risk, performance, and cost over the lifecycle of assets through managing existing asset management programs. Key programs include distribution cable/feeder remediation, resilience enhancements, marine crossing, transmission equipment inspection and replacement, pole inspection and remediation, substation reliability, substation SCADA and electric vehicle enablement for the electric system. Reviews asset attributes and ensures alignment with PSE’s asset management strategy roadmap and expectations. Work on assignments is also performed with the goal of growing the engineers’ technical and managerial knowledge about PSE processes and systems. Supports emergency response operations when needed.    All PSE employees are expected to uphold the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE’s operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities and promote and support a culture of total safety. Additionally, employees need to demonstrate commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. All duties are to be performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations.   This job is considered “safety sensitive” as defined in RCW 49.44.240 and is subject to pre-employment drug screening that includes screening for the presence of marijuana and marijuana metabolites. Job Responsibilities

Works on projects project portfolio addressing capital cost investments to gain systematic benefits to align with asset management strategy, grid modernization and clean energy goals.  Interprets requirements and application of company and industry standards, guidelines, and methods.  Creates and reviews cost estimates, assesses full system benefits and evaluates projects in IDOT/ PowerPlan.  Plans and supports 5 year program budgets with appropriate documentation.  Identifies potential areas of weakness with assigned work, and initiates corrective action.  Ensures compliance with codes, standards, and design requirements.  Supports emergency response work as requested including immediate and extended restoration efforts driven by weather and other system failures.  May coordinate the work of engineering assistants, technicians, or others who assist in specific assignments (including contractors/consultants). Performs other duties as assigned.  Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree or PE license in electrical, mechanical, civil or other appropriate engineering field. A PE license may qualify in lieu of a degree. Experience in planning, design, specification preparation, technical field work, project cost estimating and scheduling (typically achieved after three (3) or more years practice as a degreed engineer).  Years of acquired experience is provided as a guide and alone does not constitute readiness for job level as individual’s skill acquisition rates can vary significantly. Organization, documentation, prioritization, and project management skills. Desired