Senior Engineer - Generation Electrical & Controls (Hybrid)

Puget Sound Energy; Dayton (WA); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Puget Sound Energy is seeking a Senior Engineer in Generation Electrical & Controls to support wind and solar generation assets, HV/LV electrical systems, and control systems engineering across Washington and nearby sites. The role emphasizes design reviews, project management, and compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities include mentoring engineers, coordinating with field teams, and supporting emergency response efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience in wind or solar generation projects.
• Experience with low and medium voltage electrical systems.
• Maintenance and inspection of wind/solar site assets.
• Arc Flash studies and low voltage protection coordination.
• Protective Relay design, settings, and NERC compliance.
• PE license or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply guidelines to improve existing processes.
• Review complex designs, standards, and analyses for accuracy.
• Prepare design reviews for internal/external documents.
• Develop cost estimates and project evaluations with minimal supervision.
• Plan budgets, scopes, and schedules for projects and ensure compliance.
• Lead or coordinate junior engineers and technicians as needed.
• Support emergency response efforts and weather-related restoration work.
• Ensure safe operation and documentation of projects across sites.

Skills

Wind and solar generation

Low & medium voltage systems

Industrial controls (PLC/DCS/SCADA)

Protective Relay experience

NERC compliance knowledge

Communication & mentoring

Education

Professional Engineering license

Job description

Puget Sound Energy is seeking a Senior Engineer in Generation Electrical & Controls to support wind and solar generation assets, HV/LV electrical systems, and control systems engineering across Washington and nearby sites. The role emphasizes design reviews, project management, and compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities include mentoring engineers, coordinating with field teams, and supporting emergency response efforts.