Wildfire Mitigation Program Lead Engineer

Snohomish County PUD; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Snohomish County PUD in Everett, WA is seeking a Professional Engineer to lead the District’s wildfire mitigation program. The role combines technical engineering, project management, and strategic oversight to reduce ignition risk and enhance system resilience.

As the program owner, you will develop and maintain mitigation plans, manage risk assessments, coordinate with agencies, and drive continuous improvement through data-driven metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering field and six years of related engineering experience, or ten years of directly related engineering experience.
• WA PS license and WA driver's license with a good driving record.
• Strong leadership and project management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and advance Snohomish County PUD's wildfire mitigation program to support safe, reliable, and resilient electric utility operations.
• Develop and maintain wildfire mitigation plans, oversee risk assessments, and coordinate PSPS protocols.
• Establish performance metrics to demonstrate measurable risk reduction and program effectiveness.
• Coordinate with external agencies and industry partners, driving continuous program improvement.

Skills

Project leadership

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Public safety program experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Snohomish County PUD in Everett, WA is seeking a Professional Engineer to lead the District’s wildfire mitigation program. The role combines technical engineering, project management, and strategic oversight to reduce ignition risk and enhance system resilience.

As the program owner, you will develop and maintain mitigation plans, manage risk assessments, coordinate with agencies, and drive continuous improvement through data-driven metrics.