Benton PUD

Electrical Engineer I

LocationKennewick, WA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$78,218-$111,740

About This Job

Full-Time | Exempt | Career Growth Opportunity | Hiring Range: $78,218 - $93,117 Annually

Are you ready to launch your engineering career in the dynamic world of public power? Benton PUD is seeking an Electrical Engineer I to support our mission of delivering reliable energy to our community with integrity and innovation.

In this entry-level role, you'll contribute to the design, maintenance, and procurement efforts that keep our electrical distribution systems running efficiently. You’ll work closely with our engineering team to research equipment, write technical specifications, support project execution, and uphold our high standards of system reliability and safety.

Join a team that values integrity, excellence, forward focus, mutual respect, teamwork, and safety. We offer a supportive work environment and opportunities for growth.

Apply now and power your future with Benton PUD!


Position Purpose/Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to provide engineering research and analysis in support of the department's objectives and in support of electrical utility distribution system operations, maintenance and procurement activities.


Accountabilities

Support the District's mission to serve our customers and foster a positive workplace by personally choosing behavior aligned with our values and ethical code.
Ensure an effective transmission and distribution system maintenance program by developing maintenance procedures and testing guidelines in the use of electrical test equipment and reviewing test results.
Contribute to maintaining and improving the reliability of the District's electrical delivery systems by designing replacements and re-arrangements of substation and distribution facilities.
Ensure materials and equipment inventory meet standards and will work on the District Distribution systems by developing and maintaining equipment specification and purchasing guidelines.
Ensure projects are completed within a defined scope by preparing contract specifications, plans and drawings forbid issuance; reviewing bid proposals and making recommendation as to the awarding of contracts; and inspecting equipment and facilities to assure compliance with contract and technical requirements.
Support meeting the engineering department objectives by researching basic or routine equipment types, conducting analyses, and writing proposals and technical specifications for management review and approval.
Complete special projects and other duties as assigned to meet team, department and organization goals.


Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Certifications


Required:

BA/BS in Electrical Engineering; prefer emphasis in Power
0-2 years electrical engineering experience; prefer candidate with some internship or other utility experience in addition to degree
Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver's license
Valid First Aid and CPR certification or obtain within 12 months of hire


Preferred:

Prefer Washington State Engineer in Training (EIT)


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

MS Office SCADA systems
ANSI, IEEE, NESC, NEC and WAC standards
Substation and distribution design standards and concepts
Material, equipment and contract labor procurement
Project management


ADA Requirement

Attendance: Consistent need to attend work at the job site or work location. Frequent or constant need for punctuality.
Physical Effort: Frequent periods are spent standing or sitting in the same location with some opportunity to move about, or occasionally there may be a requirement to stoop or lift light material or equipment (typically less than 8 lbs.).
Environment: Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
Hazards: There is occasional exposure to hazards or risk of injury that are generally protected against or predictable.
Sensory Attention: Typically requires regular use of one or more senses of medium intensity and long duration.
Job Pressure/Deadline Orientation: Must meet reasonable deadlines, quotas or demands for accuracy and/or may be involved in some mildly unpleasant situations.

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