Staff Technical Engineer - Hilo

Hawaiian Electric; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaiian Electric in Hilo on Hawaii Island is seeking a Staff Technical Engineer to provide professional engineering support across Substations, Telcom, Networking, Metering, Dispatch and related transmission and distribution operations.

Five to seven years of experience in planning, design, and/or construction/operation of electric utility systems is required; the Hawaii PE license or equivalent is desirable.

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering knowledge with emphasis on power systems.
• Experience in planning, design, or construction/operation of electric utility T&D systems.
• License/PE status desirable in Hawaii.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review testing procedures for substation equipment and energy systems.
• Analyze reliability statistics and recommend system upgrades.
• Provide technical training and standby emergency support.
• Support development of maintenance tracking and diagnostic tools.
• Participate in company emergency response activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Flexibility

Project management

Driver's license

Education

Electrical engineering degree or equivalent experience (power systems)

Hawaii Professional Engineer's license or equivalent desirable

Tools

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Mainframe systems

Job description

We recognize our competitive advantage -- our people. We believe in our people, who share our vision of meeting the needs of our employees, customers, and communities and who carry out the continued success of the company.

Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package.

Applications will be screened based on the information provided; in order to assist us in determining qualifications, please upload a current resume and take some time to update your employment information, certifications, etc. The information will flow over to your profile.

Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged.

Job Function

Provide professional engineering assistance to the Department Department encompassing Substations, Telcom, Networking, Metering, Dispatch and Operations related transmission and distribution functions.

Essential Functions

• Develop acceptance testing procedures for new equipment such as substation switchgear, transformers, regulators, relays, capacitors, breakers and switches, battery energy storage or other renewable energy systems. etc.
• Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis of electrical equipment problems including failures, and related power outage analysis;
• conduct power outage analysis;
• Develop and review work methods and practices for technical including metering and communications/electronics/networking.
• Computes and analyzes reliability statistics and prepares reports. Recommends system upgrades and changes to operations based upon the reliability data analysis.
• Develops and conducts technical training of Department employees. Fills the role of the Assistant Superintendent on a standby basis and in emergency situations.
• Helps with development of a modern comprehensive system for tracking Technical maintenance program integrating Diagnostic Analysis tools and software.
• Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

Knowledge Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of principles of electrical engineering in the field of power systems analysis and methods of economic analysis.
• Electrical engineering degree or equivalent experience with emphasis on electrical power systems.
• Hawaii Professional Engineer's license or equivalent is desirable.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of T&D power systems, specifically in engineering, operation and maintenance.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and mainframe systems and related software applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, etc.
• Working knowledge of policies and procedures contained in documents such as Company/Union Agreement, accident Prevention Manual, General Information Manual, Corporate Code of Conduct, etc.

Skills Requirements

• Demonstrated in-depth analytical and administrative skills required for such tasks as researching, designing, developing, analyzing, selecting and monitoring projects; carrying out Company/Department policies and procedures; and managing projects.
• Demonstrated supervisory/leadership skills including effective written, oral and listening communication skills; conflict resolution skills; the ability to work with a variety of individuals; and the willingness and ability to train others.
• Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Ability to work on various projects simultaneously.
• Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver's license. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety objectives.

Experience Requirements

• Several years (5-7) experience in the planning, design, and/or construction/operation of electric utility transmission and distribution systems.

Role: Professional

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location: Hilo - Hawaii Island

Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Staff Technical Engineer - Hilo [Req ID 10541] position is $99,900.00 to $127,500.00. The person selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications.

About Hawaiian Electric Companies

Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the state's leading employers and a major contributor and supporter of community and educational programs.

The demand for power that has fueled the growth of the Hawaiian Islands has been met by Hawaiian Electric Companies for well over a century. And as the next millennium unfolds, the company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources to power generations of Hawaii families and businesses to come. Visit us at http://hawaiianelectric.com .

Applicant Certification

• Authorize the Hawaiian Electric Companies to confirm all statements contained in the application and/or any materials submitted and made a part of the application as they relate to the position and to the extent permitted by law;
• Authorize and consent to, without reservation, the Hawaiian Electric Companies sharing any and all information regarding previous or present employment, educational training or personal information from their records and from any other source with the hiring department or subsidiary company;
• Release, discharge, and hold harmless, Hawaiian Electric Companies, from any and all liability for any damage which may be claimed as a result of furnishing such information to the hiring department or subsidiary company;
• Authorizes release and transfer of all personnel records to be maintained by the hiring company in the event of an inter-company transfer; and
• Authorize, direct, and consent to Hawaiian Electric Companies and/or its authorized agents to conduct investigations into candidates' background. These investigations may include, but are not limited to searches for information about applicants; record of criminal convictions to the extent permitted by law, education records, professional certifications, personal character references, and employment history.

EEO Statement

Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with all applicable laws, including Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any request for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the candidate to the HR Service Center at [phone].

Affiliate Disclaimer

The relationship between Hawaiian Electric and unregulated, energy-related affiliate companies is governed by the Affiliate Transaction Requirements (ATRs) established by the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC). The ATRs were established with the PUC's Decision and Order No. 35962 issued on December 19, 2018, and subsequently modified by Order No. 36112, issued on January 24, 2019, in Docket No. 2018-0065. With Decision and Order No. 42409, issued on March 23, 2026, in Docket No. 2025-0391, the PUC indefinitely suspended certain sections of the ATRs.

The ATRs address many issues related to Hawaiian Electric's interactions and transactions with Affiliates and Affiliate-Related Entities. If you'd like more information about these rules/regulations, you can email [e-mail].