Electrical Distribution Engineer II

cirichlandwa; United States; On-site; USD 125,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

Life and AD&D Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

PERS retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holidays

401(a) / 457 matching

Flexible Benefits Plan

Job summary

The City of Richland is seeking a well-qualified Electrical Distribution Engineer II to join our team, responsible for designing and managing major distribution projects for the electric utility. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and at least six years of relevant experience, plus a Washington State Professional Electrical Engineer license upon hire.

Proficiency in load flow, system modeling, protection, and AutoCAD is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Six (6) or more years' experience in electrical utilities engineering, broadband design, planning and project administration.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage major, complex engineering projects involved in the development of distribution systems for the electric utility.
• Set policies and goals under the direction of the Chief Electrical Engineer (supervisor).
• Perform other related work as apparent or assigned.

Skills

System modeling

Load flow

System protection

Substation design

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Department: Energy Services

Division: Electrical Engineering

The City of Richland is looking for a well-qualified Electrical Distribution Engineer II to join our team!

Pay Range

$125,299.20- $182,208.00 Annual

Midpoint

$153,753.60

Starting salaries generally fall between the minimum and midpoint of the range. Each offer depends on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, internal pay equity, and available budget. Salary offers are negotiated individually based on these factors.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Performs difficult skilled technical work designing and managing major, complex engineering projects involved in the development of distribution systems for the electric utility, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work involves setting policies and goals under the direction of the Chief Electrical Engineer (“supervisor”).

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

This position is open until filled with priority consideration for all candidates who apply on or before September 8, 2026.

Selection will be based on overall qualifications, skills testing (if applicable), and an interview process. The final candidate selected will be subject to a comprehensive background/reference check commensurate to the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree with coursework in electrical engineering, engineering, or related field
• Six (6) or more years' experience in electrical utilities engineering, broadband design, planning and project administration.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver’s license
• Possession of Washington State Professional Electrical Engineer’s license upon hire and maintain throughout employment.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Utility Experience
• System Modeling experience including load flow and coordination.
• System Protection experience including relays and fusing.
• Substation including design review, contract management, troubleshooting and metering.
• AutoCAD experience

WE ARE RICHLAND

At the City of Richland, your work makes a difference every day. From maintaining essential services to enhancing our community, you’ll be part of a team that values teamwork, integrity and excellence in what we do.

With a strong sense of purpose, great benefits, and a commitment to growth, we are building a community we’re proud to serve.

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Summary of the City of Richland benefits for unaffiliated staff (non-represented employees):

Note: Unaffiliated staff (non-union employees) may receive some or all of the benefits listed below based on the Compensation Plan for Unaffiliated Employees (Comp Plan) with the City; consult the Comp Plan for specific information about positionbenefits.

Regular Full-Time (35 to 40 hr/week) Employee Benefits

• Excellent open access (preferred provider) medical plan with substantial City-paid contribution
• City-paid dental and vision plans
• City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employee's annual salary)
• City-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 4% City-match deferred compensation with 457 and 401(a) plan options
  • Senior Management Level = additional 4% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
  • Management Level =additional 3% City-paid into the401(a) Plan
  • Supervisors or Exempt Level = additional 1% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
• Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
• Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
• City Paid and Employee Paid Retirement Health Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Performance Assessment System

Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual

Regular Full-Time (40hr) Accrual Rates. (The accrual rates for full time (30-34hr) and part-time positions is pro-rated based upon the position's budgeted hours).

Years of Continuous Service /Maximum Hours Per Month

0 months through 6 months / 13.33 hours per month

6 months through 9 years / 20.33 hours per month

10 years through 15 years / 22.33 hours per month

16 years through 20 years / 24.33 hours per month

Over 20 years / 26.33 hours per month

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diversified work force. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), martial or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided for participation in the application and selection process, if requested. Persons with a disability who need assistance must notify the Human Resources Department about the accommodation needed at the time of application and prior to the closing date by calling [phone].

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