Aug 11, 2026
Electric Energy Jobs

Electrical Engineer

Organization:
PacifiCorp
Region:
Canada, Wyoming, Glenrock
End of contest:
November 8, 2026
Type:
Full time
Category:
Electrical engineer
Description
General Purpose

Engineer, support, and lead solutions to maintain and improve the critical assets of the Dave Johnston Power Plant.

This position is available at multiple levels.  Applicants will be considered for the level that best matches their education and experience. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead design, installation, and commissioning of industrial electrical systems including but not limited to Distributed Control Systems (DCS), medium voltage switchgear, DC battery backup systems, transformers, generator excitation, and 480V distribution
  • Perform engineering functions associated with the planning, design, licensing, construction, operation, and maintenance of the company's generation facility.
  • Oversee equipment testing, troubleshooting, site inspections, and regulatory compliance.
  • Collaborate with and mentor other engineers and control and electrical technicians (CETs).
  • Manage projects, timelines, and budgets for both capital and operations and maintenance expenditures one day to day projects as well as outage projects.
  • Rotational on-call support.

Must Have Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering.
  • A minimum of five or more years experience in industrial power systems or electric utility power systems, or related professional experience.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of principles in area of engineering specialty.
  • Project management and leadership skills including the ability to work as a team member, to maintain project timelines, budgets, and deliver on commitments.
  • Understanding of company's business, and relevant policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Knowledge of applicable federal, state, local laws, regulations and the National Electric Codes. 
  • Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure situations while maintaining focus and calmness.
  • Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills involving the ability to work cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and recommendations.
  • Proficient with the use of personal computers including automated tools.

Preferences

  • Demonstrated DCS and programmable logic controller (PLC) skills to lead logic and control changes within critical systems
  • Ovation & ABB Bailey Net 90 preferred
  • 5+ years in industrial or utility power systems
  • SAP experience
  • PE license.
  • Advanced power systems/machine theory.
  • Regulatory compliance experience.

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Contact

PacifiCorp

825 NE Multnomah

Portland

Oregon United States

www.pacificorp.com