Electrical Engineer- Generation

POWER YOUR GREATNESS

Do you thrive on solving complex technical challenges?

Are you driven to grow your expertise far beyond what you learned in the classroom?

If so, PacifiCorp Generation is looking for talented and motivated engineers like you.

As an Electrical Engineer within Generation, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Work on large-scale, high-impact generation assets across a diverse fleet
• Diagnose and resolve complex system and equipment issues
• Collaborate with experienced professionals across engineering and operations
• Continuously develop your technical skills through real-world application and mentorship

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to build deep expertise, grow your career, and play a critical role in delivering reliable energy.

PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability, inclusion and belonging.

Apply today and be part of a team powering the future.

General Purpose

Leads functional teams and provides technical oversight in performing all phases of electrical projects. Assists with internal training for engineers and technicians. Communicates and collaborates well with upper management and engineering team on higher-level projects. Recommends and implements changes that benefit the company. Performs advanced engineering functions associated with the planning, design, licensing, construction, operation, and maintenance of the company’s generation facilities.

This position is available at multiple levels. Applicants will be considered for the level that best matches their education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the system design, programming, and modification as requested.
• Develop studies of defined scope and prepare data for cost estimations and analyses. Run equipment and performance tests.
• Oversee installation, inspection, and commissioning of new equipment. Conduct site inspections to ensure adherence to engineering standards.
• Travel is required to support various activities as assigned with overnight stays. Travel ranges from 10-20%.
• Rotational 24 hours on-call protective relay support for 1 week duration every 5 weeks
• Under limited direction be responsible for overseeing the specification, design, and maintenance of the following thermal generation electrical equipment:
• Generator Step Up, Startup, and Auxiliary Transformers
• Medium and low voltage breakers and Motor Control Centers
• Generator Excitation Systems
• Large medium voltage induction motors
• Large utility synchronous generator
• Cathodic Protection
• Battery Banks and Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS)
• Arc Flash Studies (Using SKM)
• Protective Relays (Schweitzer, Beckwith, GE, Basler…)
• Analyze and design engineering methods

Additional responsibilities of the Senior Engineer position include:

• Design, develop, modify, and evaluate systems, process, or facilities to support Company objectives, utilizing engineering methods.
• Develop moderately complex electrical engineering studies, plans, specifications, calculations, evaluations, design documents, and Determine methods and techniques for obtaining results.
• Guide and direct associate level engineers, technicians and drafters.
• Recommend alternative solutions to management in area of specialty on engineering solutions to meet business needs.
• Deliver on commitments and manage outside engineering services to accomplish the assigned work.
• Maintain project timelines and budgets.
• Act as a lead/expert in the work group; train and mentor associate and career level engineers, technicians and drafters.
• 10-20% travel is required to support various activities as assigned with overnight stays.
• Rotational 24 hour on-call support for one week duration periods.
  

Additional responsibilities of the Senior Engineer II position include:

• Analyze and design engineering methods.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance to all Engineering staff.
• Lead project teams in the development of critical engineering solutions.
• SME for regulatory compliance. (FERC, NERC, WECC)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college/university.
• Basic knowledge and application of principles in area of engineering specialty.
• Ability to interact favorably with project and work teams.
• Communication and interpersonal skills involving the ability to work cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and recommendations.
• Proficient with the use of personal computers and automated tools.
  

Additional requirements for the Engineer II level position include:

• A minimum of two or more years of directly related experience in the applicable engineering field.
• Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure situations while maintaining focus and calmness.
• Ability to provide timely assessments with limited information and/or assumptions.
• Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure situations while maintaining focus and calmness.
  

Additional requirements for the Senior Engineer position include:

• A minimum of five or more years’ experience in industrial power systems or electric utility power systems, or related professional experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of principles in area of engineering specialty.
• Project management and leadership skills including the ability to work as a team member, to maintain project timelines, budgets, and deliver on commitments.
• Understanding of company’s business, and relevant policies, procedures, and practices.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, local laws, regulations and the National Electric Codes.
  

Additional requirements for the Senior Engineer II position include:

• A minimum of six or more years’ experience in industrial power systems or electric utility power systems. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of principles in a specialty area of electrical engineering.
• Utilize project management and leadership skills to maintain project timelines, budgets, and deliver commitments.
• Ability to achieve an understanding and adhere to company’s objectives, policies, procedures, and practices.
• Demonstrate professional oral and written communication and collaboration skills involving the ability to work cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and make recommendations.

Preferences

• Advanced power electronics or machine theory
• Electrical trades training or work experience. (Electrician, I&C Tech, ect)
• Mechanical aptitude

Benefits

At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health — your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
• Life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.

Work Life Balance

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union)
• Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing

For more information, please visit: https://careers.pacificorp.com/content/New-Benefits-Page/?locale=en_US

Additional Information

Req Id: 114648
Company Code: PACIFICORP #PM25
Primary Location: SALT LAKE CITY 100% ONSITE
Department: Power Supply
Schedule: Full Time
Personnel Subarea: Exempt
Hiring Range: 88,000-150,800

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.

PacifiCorp is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

Unless otherwise required by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening including for marijuana. While marijuana is legal in several states, including Oregon, a positive test for positions in Oregon may disqualify a candidate. The company complies with the laws of Washington and California and only obtains and considers positive tests for marijuana in safety-sensitive positions or those covered by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.