Engineer III - Electric Transmission Engineering

Puget Sound Energy; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 94,300 - 156,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) + cash balance plan

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Puget Sound Energy is seeking an Engineer III – Electric Transmission Engineering to design, analyze and support transmission facilities across our system. You will review complex documents, develop budgets, and ensure compliance with industry codes while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with contractors.

The role emphasizes safety, ethical conduct, and strong collaboration with internal teams and operations.

Qualifications

• BS degree or PE license required; PE may substitute for degree.
• Experience in planning, design, estimation and scheduling.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex transmission designs, standards, studies and analyses.
• Provide detailed design reviews of technical documents.
• Prepare cost estimates and evaluations for project alternatives with minimal supervision.
• Plan and develop project budgets with appropriate documentation.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, design, operation and maintenance requirements.
• Identify weaknesses and initiate corrective actions; share knowledge with team.
• Support emergency response and restoration efforts as needed.
• May lead or coordinate junior engineers, field staff and contractors.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

BS degree or PE license

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now.

PSE's Engineering Operations team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open Engineer III – Electric Transmission Engineering position!

Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process.

Job Description

Provides professional Transmission Engineering design and support in the planning, construction, operation, maintenance, and analysis of PSE's Transmission facilities and assets. Responsible for major complex transmission projects to achieve safety, cost, schedule, quality, and operational objectives. Reviews engineering designs, studies, specifications, construction packages, and technical documentation to ensure compliance with PSE standards and industry requirements. Interprets and applies advanced Transmission principles, theories, and practices to analyze and resolve complex transmission system challenges, including new transmission lines, system upgrades, and maintenance. Supports the continued development of PSE's engineering workforce by sharing knowledge with others. Supports emergency response operations when needed. Upholds the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE's operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities. Promotes and supports a culture of total safety. Demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistently with our core values and Code of Conduct. Ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations. This job is considered “safety sensitive” as defined in RCW 49.44.240 and is subject to pre‑employment drug screening that includes screening for the presence of marijuana and marijuana metabolites.

Job Responsibilities

• Interprets and/or modifies available guidelines for application to existing problems or processes.
• Prepares complex Transmission designs, standards, studies and analyses.
• Provides a detailed design review of internal or external technical documents.
• Prepares cost estimates and evaluations for Transmission project alternatives with minimal supervision.
• Plans and develops project budgets with appropriate documentation.
• Ensures compliance with codes, standards, and design, operation, and maintenance requirements.
• Identifies potential areas of weakness with assigned work, and initiates corrective action.
• Documents and shares work with others to strengthen the depth and breadth of skills within the department's engineering workforce.
• Ensures that problem solutions are tailored to PSE's business environment.
• Supports emergency response work as requested, including immediate and extended restoration efforts driven by weather and other system failures.
• May lead or coordinate the work of junior engineers, engineering assistants, field technicians, and others who assist on specific projects. (This includes contractor/consultants.)
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree or PE license in electrical, mechanical, civil or other appropriate engineering field. A PE license may qualify in lieu of a degree.
• Substantial experience in planning, design, specification preparation, technical field work, project cost estimating and scheduling (typically achieved after five (5) or more years practice as a degreed engineer). Years of acquired experience is provided as a guide and alone does not constitute readiness for job level as individual's skill acquisition rates can vary significantly.
• Demonstrated organization, documentation, prioritization, and project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working in the utility industry.
• Familiar with codes and equipment utilized in the design and operation of utility systems.
• Possession of a Professional Engineering license.
• Knowledge of engineering economics and utility accounting practices.
• Experience working on complex engineering projects.
• Use of PLS‑CADD software for overhead electric transmission design and structural analysis.
• Knowledge of NESC code and other applicable industry code requirements for transmission line design.
• Understanding of 115kV and 230kV overhead electric transmission construction practices.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $94,300.00–$156,900.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals‑based incentive bonuses.

PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short‑ and long‑term disability insurance. There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP). For long‑term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan. Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at [e-mail] or 425‑462‑3017.