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Are you passionate about designing and securing the systems that keep critical infrastructure running safely and reliably? Chelan County PUD is hiring a Control Systems Engineer at Level I, II, III, or IV, depending on qualifications, to support and advance the SCADA, EMS, and industrial control systems that power our communities.

At Chelan PUD, Control Systems Engineers play a vital role in operating and protecting electric generation, transmission, distribution, and water systems that serve the region. Whether you are launching your engineering career, expanding your technical expertise, or leading complex, high‑impact initiatives, you will find meaningful work, strong mentorship, and opportunities to grow while serving the public good.

• Engineer I: A strong entry point for entry‑level candidates or early‑career professionals eager to build foundational skills in SCADA, control systems, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance through hands‑on learning and mentorship.
• Engineer II:
  Ideal for engineers with growing experience who can independently design, implement, and support control systems, contribute to cybersecurity and compliance efforts, and mentor junior team members.
• Engineer III: A senior role for experienced engineers who lead moderately complex projects, serve as subject matter experts, and provide technical leadership across control systems, cybersecurity, and compliance domains.
• Engineer IV: A principal‑level individual contributor for engineers who architect and lead the most complex, high‑risk control system initiatives, shape technical strategy, and provide enterprise‑level expertise.

• Design, implement, maintain, and support SCADA, EMS, and industrial control systems across district operations.
• Configure and integrate PLCs, RTUs, IEDs, HMIs, servers, networks, and supporting infrastructure.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls and architectures in compliance with NERC CIP and other regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical troubleshooting, engineering analysis, and operational support for mission‑critical systems.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, procedures, test plans, and training materials.
• Participate in or lead projects, audits, and cross‑functional initiatives, and mentor engineers as appropriate.

• Knowledge of SCADA, PLCs, RTUs, IEDs, control systems theory, and automation principles.
• Industrial control system networking, protocols, and operating systems expertise.
• Cybersecurity principles and regulatory compliance for operational technology (OT) environments.
• Programming and scripting skills in object‑oriented and/or scripting languages.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and system troubleshooting abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

The starting salary range for Control Systems Engineer I is $71,920 – $89,900 (based on qualifications). With tenure and strong performance in this role, an employee may earn up to a maximum of $107,880, annualized.

The starting salary range for Control Systems Engineer II is $87,840 – $109,800 (based on qualifications). With tenure and strong performance in this role, an employee may earn up to a maximum of $131,760, annualized.

The starting salary range for Control Systems Engineer III is $105,040 – $131,300 (based on qualifications). With tenure and strong performance in this role, an employee may earn up to a maximum of $157,560, annualized.

The starting salary range for Control Systems Engineer IV is $120,640 – $150,880 (based on qualifications). With tenure and strong performance in this role, an employee may earn up to a maximum of $180,960, annualized.

New employees holding regular positions must complete an introductory period of twelve months.

In addition to competitive wages, Chelan PUD employees enjoy outstanding benefits which include zero‑cost employer‑funded medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits, access to the employee assistance program, a VEBA health reimbursement account, and…