Electrical Engineer

Tappwfs; Washington; Hybrid; USD 104,822 - 228,062; Full time

Job summary

TAPP Workforce Solutions is seeking an Electrical Engineer for hydro power generation projects in Washington. Engineers III–V will design, upgrade, and commission electrical systems across hydro facilities and their 230kV switchyard.

You’ll work with generators, exciters, governors, transformers, PLCs, and protective relays, supporting budgets, scheduling, and field commissioning. You will advise electricians and operators on troubleshooting and equipment design, review technical drawings, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• Experience in a utility or industrial environment; level depends on Engineer III–V.
• Washington EIT or PE license a plus; Master's degree advantageous for senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Designing, upgrading, and implementing electrical systems across hydro facilities and switchyards.
• Working hands‑on with generators, exciters, governors, transformers, PLCs, VFDs, and protective relays.
• Supporting project management for electrical projects, including budgets, scheduling, and commissioning.
• Advising electricians, operators, and other engineers on troubleshooting and equipment design.
• Reviewing, revising, and generating technical drawings and specifications.
• Supporting compliance work tied to FERC, NERC, and CIP standards.

Skills

PLC familiarity

VFD familiarity

SCADA familiarity

Protective relays knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

PLCs

VFDs

SCADA

Protective relays

Job description

Electrical Engineer — Hydro Power Generation (Multiple Levels, III–V)

This role may also be known as: Power Production Electrical Engineer, Controls & Protection Engineer, Hydro Generation Engineer, Substation & Switchyard Engineer.

This is the kind of role where the work you do actually keeps the lights on for an entire region. You'll be embedded in an Electrical Engineering team responsible for the equipment that runs two hydro power generation facilities and their supporting 230kV switchyard — everything from generator protection to PLC‑driven control systems to substation distribution equipment.

Whether you're a few years into your career or a seasoned subject matter expert, there's a level here for you. The organization is hiring across a full band of experience, from Engineer III through Engineer V, and is looking to bring on more than one person given the scope of upcoming work.

Most electrical engineering roles keep you behind a desk. This one puts you in front of generators, exciters, governors, and switchyard equipment that actually matters to grid reliability. You'll have direct access to senior engineers and operations leadership, exposure to both new equipment design and legacy system troubleshooting, and a genuine path to grow from hands‑on project support into subject‑matter‑expert status. For engineers who want technical depth over management tracks, this is a strong long‑term fit.

What You'll Be Doing

• Designing, upgrading, and implementing electrical systems across hydro generation facilities and the supporting switchyard
• Working hands‑on with generators, exciters, governors, transformers, PLCs, VFDs, and protective relay systems
• Supporting project management for electrical projects, including budgets, scheduling, and commissioning
• Advising electricians, operators, and other engineers on troubleshooting and equipment design
• Reviewing, revising, and generating technical drawings and specifications
• Supporting compliance work tied to FERC, NERC, and CIP standards

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology
• Experience in a utility or industrial environment (level of experience determines placement from Engineer III through V)
• Familiarity with PLCs, VFDs, SCADA, protective relays, or industrial control systems
• Comfort with technical writing, drawing review, and cross‑team troubleshooting support
• A valid state driver's license with no restrictions
• Washington State EIT or Professional Engineer license a plus; Master's degree a plus for senior levels

Compensation & Work Model

Engineer III: $104,822–$177,107 | Engineer IV: $112,585–$192,317 | Engineer V: $130,666–$228,062. Eligible for a partial hybrid work arrangement, with typical shifts of 8, 9, or 10 hours.

Location & Travel

Based in central Washington, with some field work at hydro generation facilities. Relocation candidates are welcomed and encouraged to apply.

To apply or learn more, contact: [e-mail]

About TAPP Workforce Solutions: TAPP Workforce Solutions is a specialized recruitment and workforce solutions firm supporting organizations across skilled trades, engineering, manufacturing, and professional services.