Greensboro , North Carolina
Posted: 05-Mar-25
Location: Walla Walla, Washington
Type: Full Time
Salary: 123,983-179,131
Salary Details:
Utility System Engineer
Columbia Rural Electric Association is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Utility System Engineer located at the Cooperative’s Walla Walla Service Center.
This position performs complex electrical engineering analysis, design, and studies for the utility infrastructure system and equipment, such as power distribution, substations, transmission and generation systems. The Utility System Engineer will also develop project scope and requirements; coordinate with other agencies or groups; make economic and engineering evaluations, sketch computations, recommend action, evaluate project sites, evaluate environmental impact, test date, procedure and materials. May also perform engineering project management during project implementation. This position requires specialized skills and knowledge to provide support for the electrical distribution system, as well as overall system planning and design. This position will also work to ensure compliance with CREA construction specifications and applicable codes and regulations.
Applicant is required to possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and should be currently working towards obtaining licensure as a Professional Engineer. Applicant should have 3-5 years experience in electric utility engineering with experience in development, maintenance, and implementation of long and short-range work plans and designs for substation, communication, transmission and distribution systems.
Columbia REA is a progressive cooperative whose Engineers work a wide variety of tasks. This position offers excellent benefits including 401-K and Retirement Pension Plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans. Wage scale : $123,983-179,131. (updated)
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resource Department, Columbia Rural Electric Association, 2929 Melrose Street, Walla Walla, WA 99362, or email to jobs@columbiarea.coop. Applications will be accepted until April 15, 2025.