Power Systems Engineer

Position Description

Tacoma Power’s Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Section is seeking a Power System Engineer (Power Systems Engineer, Associate, Power Systems Engineer, or Power Systems Engineer, PE level) to join their team! In this role you will perform New Services Engineering duties in the preparation, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of new construction engineering projects. Assignments require a technical expertise within the field of electrical engineering and project management.

Responsibilities Include

• Serve as the first point of contact for customers seeking information about the installation of new electrical services or modifications to existing ones.
• Develop design drawings for the installation of utility infrastructure and coordinate design with drafting department and field personnel for all large residential plats, commercial and industrial projects to ensure the layout and placement of electrical facilities are incompliance of all applicable codes, construction standards, and secured easement corridors for placement of Tacoma Powers electrical infrastructure; includes electrical design, high voltage equipment components, and materials for primary and secondary conductors to the lot corners or point of delivery.
• Develop all working documents for new electrical service construction including work order packets for line crews, design drawings using computer design programs, material reservations, and information for mapping and archive documentation.
• Interpreting engineering drawings, tables, specifications, and schematics.
• Obtain and request material reservation, apply for governmental permits, request and coordinate utility easements, request and coordinate equipment locate requests, coordinate and organize planned high voltage outage arrangements with customers, clients and account executives. Serve on process improvement teams to enhance processes and productivity.
• Develop standards and specifications for new equipment, component usage, rule changes, and processes.
• Consults with customers, contractors, developers, builders, and other governing agencies during all phase of the construction process from project inception to project completion.
• Develop and communicate construction costs to our customer base, using customer service policy and handbooks as a guide to ensure compliance to Tacoma Power Utilities Construction Standards and all established laws and codes; Washington Administrative Code (WAC), National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.
• Analyze new or existing electrical loads for our residential, commercial, and industrial customers to determine if additional electrical infrastructure is required.
  
  

Qualifications

Power Systems Engineer, Associate

Minimum Education*

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

Minimum Experience*

0-1 years depending upon assignment.

Power Systems Engineer

Minimum Education*

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

Minimum Experience*

2 years of engineering experience in a power utility.

Power Systems Engineer, PE

Minimum Education*

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

Minimum Experience*

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

Washington State Licensed Professional Engineer.

• Relevant education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis
  
  

Licensing, Certifications And Other Requirements

Some positions may require individuals to pass a comprehensive personal risk assessment (background check) prior to employment and every five years thereafter as required by federal regulatory requirements (NERC-CIP)

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

Apply

All interested individuals must apply online and attach a resume and cover letter that includes major responsibilities and accomplishments related to the position.

Appointment is subject to references and passing a background check.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Details:

Annual Salary: $98,280 - $184,808.00

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A Commitment to Equity and Diversity

At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.

Tacoma Power

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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