Job Description
Puget Sound Energy is looking for talented individuals to join their Planning team as an Engineer I - Substation Capacity Planner. The role involves providing engineering support in planning, construction, and operation of substations while improving capacity and performance of distribution systems. Responsibilities Applies basic engineering principles, practices, theories and methods and use of commonly applied engineering approaches and calculations Uses judgment in the selection and application of engineering methods, the modification of standard models, designs, or procedures, and when correlating data and recognizing discrepancies in results Prepares cost estimates and specifications, performs engineering studies and designs, conducts office and field research Plans and develops project budgets with appropriate project documentation Provides verification and field measurements of new equipment and system installations Acquires performance data from new and existing equipment or systems and validates against design parameters Supports emergency response work as requested including immediate and extended restoration efforts driven by weather and other system failures Performs other duties as assigned Skills ABET accredited, or completed NCEES Credentials evaluated, Bachelor of Science degree in electrical, mechanical, civil or other appropriate engineering discipline An EIT or FE certificate may qualify in lieu of ABET accreditation Entry level to three (3) years of experience in engineering design, preparation of specifications, technical field work, or system studies Other prior non-engineering work experience may be considered for individuals at this level Possession of or ability to acquire an EIT certificate Knowledge of engineering economics and analysis Experience in project cost estimating or scheduling Work or internship experience in utility engineering or related fields Benefits Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP). PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan. Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year. Company Overview Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is Washington state’s oldest local energy company. It was founded in 1873, and is headquartered in Bellevue, WA, US, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Puget Sound Energy has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2026, 9 in 2025, 16 in 2024, 14 in 2023, 14 in 2022, 12 in 2021, 17 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.