Overview Senior Technical Engineer - OahuDate: Apr 1, 2026Location: Honolulu, Hawaii (HI), US, 96813Company: Hawaiian ElectricWe recognize our competitive advantage — our people. We believe in our people, who share our vision of meeting the needs of our employees, customers, and communities and who carry out the continued success of the company.Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package.Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged.BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:The P SS POWER QUALITY CUSTOMER SOLUTIONS & SERVICES Department of the P CUSTOMER SOLUTIONS Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available. (Role: Professional)JOB FUNCTION:Serves as a technical resource in power quality, power systems, control systems, commercial electro-technologies, data acquisition and instrumentation, and the optimization of customer end-use technologies. Prepares customer systems site assessments, project proposals and financial analyses, and acts as project engineer/construction manager for power quality and efficient customer end-use technologies programs/projects in the commercial, governmental, and residential sectors. Performs customer technology applications research, investigation, planning and implementation in collaboration with key customer accounts and EPRI resources.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Provide consultation services to major commercial, industrial, and residential customers focused on power quality, efficient end-use technologies, equipment selection/sizing, economic feasibility, maintenance, and solving operational issues; advise on demand reduction and power factor optimization strategies; identify demand response opportunities.Support, develop, implement, and plan Power Quality programs and services (commercial and residential), including on-site monitoring and educational outreach; schedule and present workshops.Co-develop with EPRI and Grid Power Alliance the Open PQ Dashboard to improve customer power quality and support grid modernization.Conduct field surveys and site inspections; design and install power quality and data acquisition instrumentation systems and software as needed.Advocate the use of new clean energy and electro-technologies that reduce customer bills and improve operations.Collaborate with internal partners (engineers, account managers, Risk Management, Customer Service, Legal, Demand Response) to identify, develop, and critique new opportunities for customer technology applications, projects and services; troubleshoot and document power quality claims.Serve as project engineer and construction manager for RD&D and related power quality projects, including scheduling, budgeting, vendor management, and customer interface.Work with System Operations and Engineering to integrate and optimize Power Quality within the Company.Research and pursue applications of electro-technologies (HVAC&R, lighting, energy storage, power factor correction, voltage ride-through devices, harmonic filtering, data analytics, Internet-based data collection, etc.).Stay informed on industry power quality trends, customer technologies, clean energy, and related tech impacting customer bills and operations.Participate in Company emergency response activities as assigned.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge Requirements Electrical or Mechanical engineering degree (B.S. or M.S.) from ABET-accredited college or university required.Hawaii Professional Engineer (PE) license desirable.Detailed knowledge of engineering theories/principles relevant to job responsibilities: electrical power systems (utility and in-building), distributed renewables and storage, emergency generators, power quality, HVAC&R, control systems, data acquisition, and remote communications.Hands-on experience with direct digital controls (DDC) and HVAC&R equipment is desirable.Working knowledge of marketing and project management principles related to energy services.Proficiency with personal computers and standard software (MS Office); knowledge of CAD tools (AutoCAD, Visio, MicroStation) is highly desirable.Ability to conduct independent research and work creatively and proactively.Ability to perform detailed financial analyses; coursework in engineering economics or related finance is desirable.Skills Requirements Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver's license; comply with driving position standards.Self-starter with the ability to research, plan, organize, execute, and report with little supervision.Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive issues with tact and discretion in field and phone settings.Analytical, organizational, planning, and multi-project management skills.Effective verbal, written, listening, and presentation skills for internal and external stakeholders.Experience Requirements Extensive (7+ years) engineering or related technical experience.Role: ProfessionalNumber of Vacancies: 1Location: Honolulu – OahuHiring Range: The hiring range for the Senior Technical Services Engineer position is $109,900 to $142,600. Placement based on skills and qualifications.Company Information About Hawaiian Electric Companies: provide electricity and services to 95% of Hawaii's residents; a major employer and community contributor.Apply online. The application should clearly indicate demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities that qualify the candidate for the position.Applicant Certification By submitting an application, candidates authorize Hawaiian Electric Companies to confirm statements and share information as allowed by law; consent to background investigations; and release the company from liability for information furnished. See text for full details.EEO Statement: Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations during the application process can be requested via HR Service Center.Affiliate Disclosure: See affiliate transaction disclosure and related terms; list of affiliates available online.Nearest Major Market: Honolulu; Nearest Secondary Market: Hawaii#J-18808-Ljbffr