EPSE, Distribution

EPSE, Distribution

Salary

$79.13 - $92.88 Hourly

Location

Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Ave., Seattle, WA

Job Type

Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00764

Department

Seattle City Light

Opening Date

06/04/2026

Closing Date

6/30/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

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Position Description

Seattle City Light is seeking an Electrical Power Systems Engineer (EPSE) specializing in overhead & underground distribution systems for customer and service-related system engineering projects. As an EPSE, you will act as a lead engineer, performing the most complex design considerations for a variety of service-related projects and activities. You will also provide technical training and mentorship for junior members of the team, including review of other engineers' work, and proper approval and PE stamping. You will play a major role as an SME in the design engineering process, offering advance information to developers and customers prior to detail design of their buildings. If you're bringing your Professional Engineering License from another state, you will have 12 months to obtain your Washington State PE via comity or test.

This position will report to the North Services Distribution Engineering Supervisor.

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation's largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattles electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.

Job Responsibilities

Here is more about what you'll be doing:

• Ensure that the projects are prioritized and designed properly and promptly and that appropriate design guidelines and sound engineering principles are used.
• Prepare and issue cost estimates, customer construction drawings, customer requirements documents, service installation drawings and material requirements according to design guidelines.
• Perform project management on large service-related projects.
• Perform special projects as assigned by the supervisor or manager.
• Mentor and train other engineers in the group, and review and approve their work.
• Coach non-engineers and other non-PE licensed engineers about electrical design and safety.
• Coordinate with customers and various City departments (e.g., SDOT; SPU) to review land-use plans, street improvement plans, and Major Utility Permit (MUP) plan sets for service-related projects.
• Provide electrical engineering design support to other Seattle City Light units as well as other City of Seattle departments, Suburban cities and outside agencies.

Qualifications

In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:

Requires six years of progressively responsible, difficult and highly complex or visible electrical power systems engineering experience and a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or other combinations of education and/or experience which provides preparation to do professional electrical engineering work on major electrical power systems.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Overnight travel may be required.

License, Certification and Other Requirements

Current Washington State drivers license or evidence of equivalent mobility. Professional Engineer state licensure within the United States and up to 12 months after appointment to attain State of Washington registration.

Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:

• Experience designing large Seattle City Light (SCL) service-related projects and familiarity with SCL's Standards for Electric Service and the Requirements for Electric Service Connection (RESC);
• Able to provide direction, guidance and knowledge of underground and overhead electrical design;
• Experience as a lead for engineering and technical employees, employing good leadership, listening, and people skills;
• Familiarity with underground civil distribution engineering design;
• Experience interpreting and applying state and federal regulations, including RCW, WAC, NESC and NEC;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to create and deliver presentations and interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization;
• Ability to handle shifting and multiple priorities and to work as a team member in a diverse work force;
• Willingness to learn and accept responsibility, comply with safety rules and regulations, work efficiently, effectively and independently.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Emergency Response Commitment:

Seattle City Light is committed to reliable service during emergencies. Through our Emergency Response Program, each employee is assigned a role-usually aligned with their regular duties-to support emergency operations. Your participation is required and vital to helping the utility stay prepared and serve our community when it matters most.

Additional Information

The full salary range for this position is $79.13 to $92.88 per hour.

Application Process

Please submit the following with your online application:

• A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light 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. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020.Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

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 Citys website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits.

Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers.

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 Citys website at:

Benefits - Human Resources | seattle.gov

01

Please select the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School Diploma/GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• JD/Doctorate Degree
• None of the Above

02

If you have a Bachelors degree (or higher), is its focus Electrical Engineering?

• Yes
• No, a related field
• No, an unrelated field
• I have no degree

03

Which of the following best describes your years of electrical power systems engineering experience?

• Less than 6 years
• 6 to 7 years
• 7 to 8 years
• 8 years or more

04

Are you currently registered as a Professional Electrical Engineer in the State of Washington?

• Yes, I am a registered engineer in the State of Washington.
• No, but I am registered in another state and will be able to register in the State of Washington within 12 months of hire.
• No, I am not a registered Professional Electrical Engineer.

05

If you claimed professional licensure from another state in the question above, please type the name of the state that issued your license. Otherwise, type N/A.

06

Please briefly describe how your skills and experience align with the listed qualifications for this position ("see resume" or similar is not an acceptable answer).

07

Do you possess a current, valid Washington State Drivers License?

• Yes
• No, but I can obtain a valid Washington State Drivers License by the time of hire.
• No, and I will not be able to obtain a valid Washington State Drivers License.

08

To participate in the hiring process, Seattle City Light requires strict confidentiality of all related information, including any discussions outside the workplace. This ensures fairness and protects the integrity of the process. This obligation applies during and after the hiring process. Do you understand and agree to maintain this confidentiality?

• Yes, I understand and agree.
• No, I do not agree.

Required Question

Employer City of Seattle

Address Seattle Municipal Tower

700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500

Seattle, Washington, 98104

Website http://www.seattle.gov/jobs