Electrical Power Systems Engineer, Transmission Planning

Seattle City Light is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for their Transmission Planning role.

• Responsible for system planning and operation to meet transmission capacity, security, and reliability needs.
• Work on the planning and design of electrical transmission systems.
• Perform NERC Compliance duties and develop internal controls.
• Review and make recommendations on utility-wide and industry-wide transmission issues.
• Develop planning, operation, and protection studies for the City Light Transmission system.
• Coordinate with neighboring utilities on regional transmission planning issues.
• Prepare and review applicable Federal, Regional, State, and city orders, rules regulation, codes, standards for SCL to meet compliance.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Current Professional Engineer state licensure in Washington State or within the United States.
• Experience with utility transmission planning and managing projects related to electric utility transmission engineering design and construction.
• Familiarity with NERC Reliability Compliance, NESC, and State regulations.
• Proficiency in industry standard planning study software.
• Strong computer skills and ability to write professional reports.
• Ability to work as a team member in a diverse workforce.