Cowlitz PUD is the local publicly owned power company for Cowlitz County. We are currently looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer.
You are a great fit if:
•You are an Electrical Engineer and have 10 plus years of working in the electric utility industry.
•You are looking for a position where you can do a variety of work and problem-solving different things every day.
•You have experience and enjoy project management.
•You like the flexibility of working both in an office setting and doing fieldwork.
•You are good at managing your time and enjoy working independently on projects.
•You want to work at a company that’s mission is to give back to the community by providing safe, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy to its customers.
Cowlitz PUD as an employer offers:
•Monday through Thursday 4-10 schedule working 7:00 am to 5:30 pm.
•Collaborative work environment throughout the entire company.
•Community and Public Service opportunities in Cowlitz County.
•Opportunities for continued learning, career development and professional growth.
Our Strategic Plan:
Through our Strategic Planning process, Cowlitz PUD prioritized the following initiatives for the coming years in accordance with our mission and vision:
Ensure an adequate and reliable power supply to meet the electric load requirements and clean energy obligations of Cowlitz PUD and the community.
•System Reliability and Security
Develop and manage Cowlitz PUD’s assets and planning tools to ensure a high level of electric reliability, physical and cyber security, and safety.
Implement business systems to achieve efficient use of Cowlitz PUD’s resources.
Cowlitz PUD will communicate, educate, and engage with its employees, customers, and stakeholders to maintain positive relationships and prepare for future change.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
General Description:
An Electrical Engineer III will apply proficient engineering skills and judgment in the performance of advanced level engineering work including substation projects, SCADA systems, networking, compliance, transmission, and distribution (T&D) projects and specific assignments. Most of the technical work an Engineer III is responsible for will be performed on his/her own. On occasion, the work an Engineer III is responsible for may be performed by others under his/her supervision.
Experience, Working Conditions and Other Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s degree in in appropriate engineering discipline
•A minimum of five (5) years progressive experience with a Professional Engineering certificate, working in an engineering field with project management experience or ten (10) years’ experience without a Professional Engineering Certificate, working in an engineering field with project management experience.
Desirable Qualifications:
•Master’s level degree in appropriate engineering discipline. An equivalent of education and experience may be qualifying.
•Experience working in an electric utility.
Work Environment:
The work environment conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
•Work is performed in the office Monday through Thursday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. Remote work is not available for this position.
Hiring Process:
Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.
Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:
•Completed NEOGOV online application.
•Supplemental questionnaire responses
•Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.
•Current résumé indicating relevant experience and education.
Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process, including potential background check, pre-placement physical exam, and full driver's abstract.
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $112,000.00 - $162,400.00 per year
Benefits:
•Employee assistance program
Schedule:
Work Location: In person