System Engineer or Senior System Engineer

Job Summary

Working independently and collaboratively with others, this position plays an integral role in executing CRPUD’s mission, philosophy, and commitment to providing safe, reliable power to our community and exceptional service to our internal and external customers. All employees are also expected to maintain a high level of trust, integrity, and ethical standards.

This is a supervisory position that provides project management support and assistance for the operation, maintenance, and construction of transmission, substation, and distribution system improvement projects; develops, maintains, upgrades, and operates a secure SCADA system; and develops and maintains a reliability-based predictive and preventative maintenance program for transmission, substation, and distribution equipment, including procedures and maintenance schedules.

How to Apply

You may visit our office in Deer Island to pick up an application packet, call us at (503) 397-1844 to have an application packet mailed to you, or download a complete application packet on our website at www.crpud.net/jobs.

Complete and submit a CRPUD Employment Application, the Supplemental Questions for the System Engineer or Senior System Engineer position, and Veteran’s Preference (as applicable) to:

Human Resources Department

Columbia River PUD

PO Box 1193

St. Helens, OR 97051

Fax: (503) 366-6501 Email: jobs@crpud.org

Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

If you require accommodation to participate in our application process, please contact Human Resources at (503) 397-1844. Columbia River PUD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability, age, uniformed/military service or veterans’ status, marital status, use of the workers’ compensation system, expunged juvenile records, or any other protected status or activity in accordance with applicable law. Veteran’s preference is available by completing the Veteran’s Preference Form and providing the required supporting documentation.

Education and Experience

Required for System Engineer:

· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or five years’ experience with demonstrated advanced Engineering knowledge in the electric utility field; or any combination of education, training, and on-the-job experience that provides an equivalent level of knowledge, skills, and training required to perform the job duties of this position effectively.

· Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD and the ability to operate various engineering software applications, including distribution analysis software, fuse coordination software, and work order system.

· Valid driver’s license. Other driving-related requirements may apply depending on the nature and scope of responsibilities associated with driving on behalf of CRPUD.

Preferred for System Engineer:

· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with five years’ experience in the electric utility field.

· Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Oregon.

Required for Senior System Engineer:

· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis in power and 10 years’ experience with demonstrated advanced Engineering knowledge in the electric utility field; or any combination of education, training, and on-the-job experience that provides an equivalent level of knowledge, skills, and training required to perform the job duties of this position effectively.

· Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Oregon.

· Proficient in protection settings for SEL relays; Milsoft analysis; substation design, construction, and testing; Microsoft Office and AutoCAD; and the ability to operate various engineering software applications, including distribution analysis software, fuse coordination software, and work order system.

· Valid driver’s license. Other driving-related requirements may apply depending on the nature and scope of responsibilities associated with driving on behalf of CRPUD.

Salary Range

System Engineer: $46.22 - $65.92 per hour depending on qualifications

System Engineer w/P.E.: $121,368 - $173,014 per year depending on qualifications

Senior System Engineer: $136,365 - $194,438 per year depending on qualifications

Closing

Open Until Filled

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $96,137.60 - $194,438.00 per year

Benefits:

Schedule:

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10 hour shift

Work Location: In person