OT Systems Integrator
Salary
$62.59 - $93.90 Hourly
Location
System Control Center, 614 NW 46th St., Seattle, WA
Job Type
Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
Job Number
2026-00031
Department
Seattle City Light
Opening Date
06/01/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Language Premium
No
Position Description
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.
System Reliability, transit electrification, and grid modernization initiatives within City Light require an expanding footprint of Operational Technology (OT) Systems and qualified personnel to support them. This position offers an opportunity to engage with a diverse base of technologies to solve problems and design systems that steer City Light towards its Energy Future.
The position of OT System Integrator will engage in day-to-day operations and maintenance of the SCL Energy Management System (EMS) as well as participate in project work to implement strategic computer technologies that will help modernize the SCL power grid operations with enhanced intelligence, automation, and decision making. This position will report to the IT Manager for the Power System Automation (PSA) Unit in the System Operations Center.
Job Responsibilities
The PSA Energy Delivery Technology Application team provides technical application and infrastructure support for the SCL Energy Management System (EMS) and supporting technology. The EMS is a highly available and secure computer system that allows for remote monitoring and control of SCL power generation, transmission and distributions systems. The candidate will frequently collaborate with members of the greater PSA team, System Operations, Engineers, and Communications Electricians to solve emergent issues and complete project work.
This position will engage with the following technologies and protocols:
The job responsibilities outlined below are aligned with the traditional system development life cycle procedures and workflow for asset management, information protection, change management, cyber security protection and NERC CIP standards.
Design, development and configuration
Prepare specifications
System Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Testing, deployment and documentation
Prepare and execute test procedures
Change management
Operation & Maintenance with users, peers and vendors
Monitor, diagnose, resolve and report incidents and user issues
Liaison with other operations technology providers (e.g. power plants, substation, data network communications, regulatory compliance, Seattle IT, industry vendors and consultants)
Participate in 24x7 call-out rotation
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field. Alternatively, candidates with a combination of education and relevant work experience will be considered.
Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience working in an Energy Management System, Operational Technology, or SCADA environment, preferably in an electric utility.
Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:
General understanding of IT applications, infrastructure, and integration supporting SCADA/EMS systems
Technical experience in Linux and Windows environments
Command line proficiency and general troubleshooting skills
Excellent troubleshooting abilities
A proficiency in programming, scripting, workflow, and automation technologies
C, Python, SQL, Powershell, and web technologies.
Experience creating reports from large amounts of data
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, writing, communications, and briefing skills
Requirement/design specifications, testing deployment, and incident documentation to mentor and share technical knowledge
Skills related to change management in mission-critical environments
Organization and planning skills to manage competing priorities
Personal initiative to deliver high-quality and continuous improvement results
Flexibility to work independently or in teams that include users, peers, vendor and consultant resources
Perform all work in a safe manner appropriate to the work environment.
Experience with any of the technologies listed in the Job Responsibilities section above.
Also, be prepared to share your experience with:
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.
Additional Information
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 vital to helping the utility stay prepared and serve our community when it matters most.
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The full salary range for this position is $62.59 to $93.90 per hour.
Application Process
Please submit the following with your online application:
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
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
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Employees working for the City of Seattle are required to meet the required Mayoral mandate as of January 2025, to work in the office a minimum of 3 days per week. Are you able to meet this requirement?
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Employer City of Seattle
Address Seattle Municipal Tower
700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Website http://www.seattle.gov/jobs