Electrical Project Engineer - Grid Modernization & Design

Potelco Inc

Sumner (WA)

On-site

USD 73,000 - 106,000

Full time

18 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)
401(k) matching
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Job summary

Potelco, Inc. seeks an Electrical Professional Engineer to lead power systems projects across multiple sites in the Pacific Northwest.

The role blends office and field work in Sumner, WA, Spokane, WA, or Portland, OR, with opportunities to contribute to grid modernization and electrification efforts. The position requires a PE license, a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, and 5+ years in construction/utilities, plus strong communication and travel willingness.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in the construction or utilities industry.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering.
  • Ability to write business correspondence and communicate effectively.
  • Must be willing to travel, short-term.
  • Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screening(s).
  • Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

  • Review, sign, and seal pertinent deliverable documentation, including technical reports and construction drawings.
  • Ability to validate conductor sizing and system protection.
  • Execute electrical design processes, including field investigations, generating wiring diagrams, writing technical reports, and PE stamping of said projects.
  • Manage distribution and substation construction/maintenance projects. Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, subcontractors, or engineers to discuss and resolve issues.
  • Mentor junior engineers to develop their engineering aptitude and knowledge.

Skills

PE license
Written communication
Travel flexibility
Business correspondence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office
Excel

Job description

Potelco, Inc. seeks an Electrical Professional Engineer to lead power systems projects across multiple sites in the Pacific Northwest.

The role blends office and field work in Sumner, WA, Spokane, WA, or Portland, OR, with opportunities to contribute to grid modernization and electrification efforts. The position requires a PE license, a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, and 5+ years in construction/utilities, plus strong communication and travel willingness.

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