Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.
This Electrical Engineer Associate position is a unique opportunity to work across numerous internal Seattle City Light divisions and city departments as a technical lead for customer plan review. You will build relationships with many as you lead and assist in the review of design plans and specifications by public and private development for conformance with Seattle City Light requirements for electrical service connections. This position serves a key technical plan review role for internal and external customers. This position will report to the Engineering Customer Systems Senior Manager.
Job Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities - Here is more about what you’ll be doing:
The Associate Electrical Engineer duties in Plan Review will be to read and interpret customer plans, specifications, property descriptions and related documents, provide review and/or route for additional review, culminating in responsive review comments on behalf of our Utility. Associate Electrical Engineers provide lead engineering experience for new or enlarged electrical services and any related system modifications for customer service requests. Their duties begin with the analysis of the customer’s request and identification of any minor system modifications that are best suited to align with the customer’s needs while also supporting the requirements of Seattle City Light requirements for electrical service connections.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:
Requires three years of professional electrical engineering experience and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or other combinations of education and/or experience which provides preparation to do professional electrical engineering work.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment.
Field assignments may entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances, high voltage energized equipment and work in or near construction sites.
May be required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time.
May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
Overnight travel may be required.
License, Certification and Other Requirements
Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
Additional Information
The full salary range for this position is $55.26 - $64.50 per hour.
Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:
Working knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of Seattle City Light engineering.
Five years of professional electrical engineering experience.
Familiar with NEC and NESC codes.
Familiar with SCL Construction Standards and Requirements for Electrical Service Connections
Demonstrated experience, skills, and abilities in serving internal and external customers.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, WAMS, Current View, Voltage Drop, and Cable Tension programs.
Working knowledge of BlueBeam and Acela.
Familiar with City of Seattle departmental plan review processes.
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.
Please Submit The Following With Your Online Application
A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement.
A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.
Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: http://www.seattle.gov/light/.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
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Other
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Utilities
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