City of Seattle
Overview
Are you an electrical engineer with a strong technical background in designing and constructing electrical infrastructure? SPU is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Project Delivery and Engineering Branch. You will work as part of a team to deliver new capital projects and directly support SPU field crews in operating and optimizing our existing infrastructure. The primary focus is wastewater and water pump station rehabilitation, with support across SPU’s Water, Drainage and Wastewater, and Solid Waste lines of business. About Seattle Public Utilities:
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU serves 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,500 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations. For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), check the SPU Website, SPU Workplace Expectations (Download PDF reader), and the Strategic Business Plan. SPU commits to
Our City Values
and
Race and Social Justice
as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. Why join our team?
We know work isn’t only about what you do—it’s also about who you work for and with. SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports work-life balance, including: Hybrid work schedule opportunities Family-friendly and multicultural work environment Generous benefits package Free Orca Pass City pension plan with employer/employee contributions Growth potential and advancement opportunities The role will primarily support SPU’s Wastewater Pump Station Rehabilitation projects, Drinking Water Pump Station Pipeline projects, Ship Canal Water Quality projects, Solid Waste Facility upgrade projects and Tolt Dam Power System upgrade projects. Responsibilities
Performs detailed electrical design work for facility projects (e.g., pumping stations, reservoirs, treatment plants, maintenance shops and solid waste transfer stations) as part of a multidisciplinary design team. Acts as a technical expert in one or more specialized areas of electrical engineering. Supervises or performs planning, design, and implementation of electrical and communications systems, including restoration and relocation work. Oversees the selection, procurement, installation, testing, acceptance, operation and maintenance of electrical power, lighting, communications, signal and control facilities. Reviews and coordinates technical submittals, design packages, and documentation prepared by consultants, manufacturers, and contractors to ensure compliance with project standards and specifications. Works in the field with contractors and SPU crews to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and control systems. Reviews final plans, specifications, and agreements. Coordinates the work of electrical contractors, affected public agencies and utility crews. Prepares power system analyses including arc flash studies for facility power systems. Prepares and reviews plans, specifications, reports, and estimates for cathodic protection systems for buried pipelines and other utilities. Participates in third party stray current field-testing, third-party documentation review, and mitigation. Provides review of third-party plans for projects that may generate stray current on SPU facilities such as electrified rail. Qualifications
Experience:
Five (5) years professional Electrical Engineering experience. Education:
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. Education and Experience Equivalency:
Other combinations of education and/or experience which provide 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. Licenses, Certifications and Other Requirements
Registration as a
Professional Engineer in the State of Washington . Current
Washington State driver’s license
or evidence of equivalent mobility. Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have: Three (3) or more years of experience in some of the following technical areas: Design of low to medium-voltage (1-35 kV) industrial or commercial facility power systems. Design or operation of plant facilities with integrated process controls. Power system analyses using ETAP or similar software. Configuration and optimization of process control equipment such as variable frequency drives. Strong understanding of fundamentals of process instrumentation, control, and SCADA integration. Hands-on troubleshooting of electrical systems. AutoCAD Civil3D and AutoCAD Electrical (or equivalent). Well-developed written and oral communications skills. Ability to develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to work within the organizational framework of SPU Workplace Expectations including values on Safety, Respect, Diversity, Trust, Humor, Productivity, Integrity, Innovation, and Partnership. Ability to communicate and work effectively within a multi-cultural workforce serving a diverse customer base. Application Requirements
An online application including response to the supplemental questionnaire must be fully completed for consideration. Resume, and Cover letter addressing your knowledge and experience, related to this position. Important Notes
Experience with design, operation, or troubleshooting of cathodic protection systems for pipelines and other utility facilities is desirable but not required. If hired, SPU will provide training necessary to perform this work. Workplace Environment (Telework)
This position allows for a hybrid work schedule. Employees will be required to come into the office three times a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor. The full salary range for this position is $72.38 - $84.28 per hour. Benefits
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. Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at the City’s website: www.seattle.gov/util/ Who may apply
The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City 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. Questions
If you have any questions, please contact Uma Suseelan at Uma.Suseelan@seattle.gov
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Are you an electrical engineer with a strong technical background in designing and constructing electrical infrastructure? SPU is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Project Delivery and Engineering Branch. You will work as part of a team to deliver new capital projects and directly support SPU field crews in operating and optimizing our existing infrastructure. The primary focus is wastewater and water pump station rehabilitation, with support across SPU’s Water, Drainage and Wastewater, and Solid Waste lines of business. About Seattle Public Utilities:
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU serves 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,500 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations. For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), check the SPU Website, SPU Workplace Expectations (Download PDF reader), and the Strategic Business Plan. SPU commits to
Our City Values
and
Race and Social Justice
as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. Why join our team?
We know work isn’t only about what you do—it’s also about who you work for and with. SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports work-life balance, including: Hybrid work schedule opportunities Family-friendly and multicultural work environment Generous benefits package Free Orca Pass City pension plan with employer/employee contributions Growth potential and advancement opportunities The role will primarily support SPU’s Wastewater Pump Station Rehabilitation projects, Drinking Water Pump Station Pipeline projects, Ship Canal Water Quality projects, Solid Waste Facility upgrade projects and Tolt Dam Power System upgrade projects. Responsibilities
Performs detailed electrical design work for facility projects (e.g., pumping stations, reservoirs, treatment plants, maintenance shops and solid waste transfer stations) as part of a multidisciplinary design team. Acts as a technical expert in one or more specialized areas of electrical engineering. Supervises or performs planning, design, and implementation of electrical and communications systems, including restoration and relocation work. Oversees the selection, procurement, installation, testing, acceptance, operation and maintenance of electrical power, lighting, communications, signal and control facilities. Reviews and coordinates technical submittals, design packages, and documentation prepared by consultants, manufacturers, and contractors to ensure compliance with project standards and specifications. Works in the field with contractors and SPU crews to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and control systems. Reviews final plans, specifications, and agreements. Coordinates the work of electrical contractors, affected public agencies and utility crews. Prepares power system analyses including arc flash studies for facility power systems. Prepares and reviews plans, specifications, reports, and estimates for cathodic protection systems for buried pipelines and other utilities. Participates in third party stray current field-testing, third-party documentation review, and mitigation. Provides review of third-party plans for projects that may generate stray current on SPU facilities such as electrified rail. Qualifications
Experience:
Five (5) years professional Electrical Engineering experience. Education:
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. Education and Experience Equivalency:
Other combinations of education and/or experience which provide 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. Licenses, Certifications and Other Requirements
Registration as a
Professional Engineer in the State of Washington . Current
Washington State driver’s license
or evidence of equivalent mobility. Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have: Three (3) or more years of experience in some of the following technical areas: Design of low to medium-voltage (1-35 kV) industrial or commercial facility power systems. Design or operation of plant facilities with integrated process controls. Power system analyses using ETAP or similar software. Configuration and optimization of process control equipment such as variable frequency drives. Strong understanding of fundamentals of process instrumentation, control, and SCADA integration. Hands-on troubleshooting of electrical systems. AutoCAD Civil3D and AutoCAD Electrical (or equivalent). Well-developed written and oral communications skills. Ability to develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to work within the organizational framework of SPU Workplace Expectations including values on Safety, Respect, Diversity, Trust, Humor, Productivity, Integrity, Innovation, and Partnership. Ability to communicate and work effectively within a multi-cultural workforce serving a diverse customer base. Application Requirements
An online application including response to the supplemental questionnaire must be fully completed for consideration. Resume, and Cover letter addressing your knowledge and experience, related to this position. Important Notes
Experience with design, operation, or troubleshooting of cathodic protection systems for pipelines and other utility facilities is desirable but not required. If hired, SPU will provide training necessary to perform this work. Workplace Environment (Telework)
This position allows for a hybrid work schedule. Employees will be required to come into the office three times a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor. The full salary range for this position is $72.38 - $84.28 per hour. Benefits
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. Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at the City’s website: www.seattle.gov/util/ Who may apply
The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City 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. Questions
If you have any questions, please contact Uma Suseelan at Uma.Suseelan@seattle.gov
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