Electrical Engineer Associate, Grid Mod - Seattle, United States - City of Seattle

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation's largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served.

Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.

Seattle City Light is seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer to serve as a design engineer for the Utility's Grid Modernization Program.

This position will report to the Supervising Principal Grid Modernization Power Systems Engineer.

In this position you will be responsible for the implementation of multiple projects, including, for example, Distribution Automation FLISR, Line Sensor Deployment, DER Interconnection Studies and developing the supporting technical processes.

This role will also support the exploration of new technical areas to address transmission and distribution system capacity and reliability needs, including utility-scale batteries, advanced modeling, and non-wire solutions, etc.

Performing engineering work for equipment installation and system integration for related pilot projects.

City Light's Electrification and Strategic Technology Division oversees the utility's efforts related to transportation and building electrification, grid modernization and strategic technology.

With increasing electrification, the overall goal is to provide solutions for added growth and improved reliability implemented in an equitable fashion across the service territory.

Job Responsibilities - Here is more about what you'll be doing:Implement the Grid Modernization plans, related to the evolving design and operation of the utility's grid.

Supports the evaluation and planning of resilient power distribution grid projects, which may include microgrids, automated switching distribution systems, etc.

Applying that knowledge to improve utility operations and customer experiences.

Supports project reporting associated with grid modernization programs, including reporting of metrics related to implementation progress and the achievement of project benefits.

Investigates new technologies and tools in the industry and assesses the applicability to and relevance of these with the end goals of broad electrification, DER adoption, and advanced grid planning.

Works collaboratively across the utility to gain a thorough knowledge of the utility's strengths, challenges, and opportunities in order to support cross-functional efforts to develop and refine grid modernization strategic goals.

Supports teams within Customer Service, Distribution Engineering, Substation Engineering, Protection Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, standards, system operations, field T&D operations, Utility Technology, regulatory, legal, communications/outreach, strategic planning and other groups to ensure effective and efficient implementation of grid modernization programs


Required Qualifications:
In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:

Minimum Qualifications

Requires three years of professional electrical engineering experience and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or other combinations of education and/or experience which provides preparation to do professional electrical engineering work.

Work Environment/Physical Demands
Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment.

Field assignments may entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances, high voltage energized equipment and work in or near construction sites.

May be required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time.
May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
Overnight travel may be required.
License, Certification and Other Requirements
Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:

Exhibited knowledge of Operational Technologies that facilitate Grid Modernization.
Experience with customer-side electrical equipment.
Experience with load flow software.
Experience supporting or managing projects related to electric utility distribution engineering design and construction.
Knowledge of distribution design and/or other related electrical service & system work.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice .
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The full salary range for this position is $55.26to $64.50 per hour.

Application Process

Please submit the following with your online application:
A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Who May Apply :
This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications.

Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences.

Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check.

The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the

Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance ,

SMC 14.17

and the

City of Seattle Personnel Rule A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with

SMC Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:

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