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Engineer II - Generation Electrical & Controls

Job in Bothell, Snohomish County, Washington, 98021, USA
Listing for: Puget Sound Energy
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-16
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering
  • Energy/Power Generation
    Electrical Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 82000 USD Yearly USD 82000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Bothell

Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award‑winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now.

Job Description

PSE's Generation & Natural Gas Storage team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open Engineer II – Generation Electrical & Controls position!

Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process.

Responsibilities
  • Troubleshoot operational issues related to generator control systems, instrumentation, PLCs, DCSs, and various power generation equipment.
  • Propose recommendations for control system upgrades, component replacements and design improvements.
  • Manage projects from inception to project close‑out including:
    • create the project scope, budget, and schedule
    • support construction and installation phases
    • lead commissioning and initial start‑up
    • ensure successful implementation and accurate documentation
  • Prepare specifications and request‑for‑proposals as well as evaluate proposals from vendors.
  • Evaluate the condition of critical electrical components; specify new and replacement components as required.
  • Design and/or modify HMIs, PLC, DCS and Turbine Control System logic using various programming methods, including ladder logic, structured text and function block “languages”.
  • Design instrumentation and actuator systems, including creating or modifying P&IDs, loop drawings, schematics and wiring diagrams.
  • Mentor and train other engineers and technicians.
  • Support emergency response work as requested including immediate and extended restoration efforts driven by weather or other system failures.
  • Minimum Qualifications
    • Bachelor of Science degree or PE license in electrical, mechanical, civil or other appropriate engineering field.
    • Experience in planning, design, specification preparation, technical field work, project cost estimating and scheduling (typically achieved after 3 or more years practice as a degreed engineer).
    • Organization, documentation, prioritization, and project management skills.
    Desired Qualifications
    • Experience working in thermal, hydro, wind, or solar generation plants.
    • Experience with Low and Medium Voltage electrical systems.
    • Generator and Transformer maintenance and inspection experience.
    • Experience with Low Voltage electrical studies including Arc Flash and low voltage protection coordination. Generator and Transformer Protective Relay experience, both electrical design and settings, as well as related NERC compliance.
    • Experience with Generator Excitation systems, particularly Basler DECS 400, 450 and 250N and GE EX2100s.
    • Control system experience with specific knowledge in turbine control systems – Allen Bradley PLC based hydrogovernors and GE MarkVIe turbine controls.
    • Possession of, or ability to acquire, a Professional Engineering license.
    • Experience working on complex engineering projects.
    • Bonus:
      Industrial Controls along with SEL RTAC experience;
      Industrial Networking and NERC compliance experience a plus.
    Additional Information

    At PSE, we value our employees and provide them with opportunities to excel. We offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package.

    The pay range for this position is $82,000.00 – $, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses.

    PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short‑ and long‑term disability insurance. There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP). For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan.

    Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year. Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page Why Work For Us ().

    Families and businesses depend on PSE to provide the energy they need to pursue their dreams. Our steadfast commitment to serving Washington communities with…

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