Umatilla Electric Cooperative is headquartered in Hermiston, Oregon (population 18,000+), the largest and fastest-growing city in Eastern Oregon. Located seven miles south of the Columbia River, Lake Wallula and the McNary Dam, the Hermiston area has become a hub for logistics and data center activity. The area is 30 minutes south of the Tri-Cities in Washington, two-and-a-half hours south of Spokane, three hours east of Portland, and three-and-a-half hours northwest of Boise. Cost of living is lower than the national average. Blue Mountain Community College and Eastern Oregon University have branch facilities in Hermiston; Columbia Basin College and a branch campus of Washington State University are a 40-mile drive. Area activities are plentiful, and include golfing, boating, fishing, hunting, camping, hiking and snow skiing. 

Type: Full-Time/In-Office

Salary: $129,778-$159,611 DOQ

UEC Company Benefits & Perks:

4-10 Schedule (Friday's Off)

401(K) up to 11% Company Match

Pension Plan (100% Employer Sponsored)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits options

Competitive Wages

Vacation, Sick Leave and 11 paid holidays

Gym Membership Subsidy

Employer Sponsored Training

Various Opportunities for Fundraising and giving back to the community

For information on the local area, please visit: https://hermistonchamber.com/

SUMMARY

The Engineer II is responsible for providing safe and cost-effective engineering for electric system construction and maintenance with minimal direction. This Engineering position, will be responsible to maintain working knowledge of the UEC substations, transmission, and distribution systems, including design and equipment specifications and operating principles as well as assisting in the preparation of technical engineering studies, reports and development of construction work plans.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include other duties as assigned.

• Performs and directs activities associated with creating a construction, system improvement, or maintenance work order package for assigned complex projects.
• Responsible for activities to ensure electrical protection of the UEC electric system by developing technical studies such as coordination, sectionalizing, voltage, and fault studies; and assists in the planning for long-term and short-term construction work plans within the limits of required approvals and UEC policies and procedures.
• With minimal direction provides recommendations for designs of new electric plant or improvements to existing electric plant substations, transmission or distribution lines. Prepares and presents design drawings and project details for approval as requested.
• Prepares engineering report computations, cost estimates, specifications or other engineering details as requested.
• Performs outage Tech On-Call duties on rotation; maintains current knowledge of UEC's SCADA and mapping systems.
• Responsible for project management of large construction/maintenance projects with minimal direction.  Works regularly with consultants and contractors, providing instructions and direction for consulting project managers.
• Independently participates with other departments in development of company procedures and work processes; strategic or department work plan initiatives; and RUS engineering and finance requirements for construction work plans.

JOB DUTIES may include other duties as assigned.

• Performs a variety of engineering tasks in the initial planning and design phase of project.
• Limited use and/or application of technical principles, theories and concepts.
• Keeps well informed of the latest equipment, practices and procedures in the industry regarding automated electric design systems; the operating principles of power transmission and distribution equipment necessary for operation and maintenance of an electric system; and keeps current on new and improved engineering standards and practices.
• Complies with UEC policies and procedures.
• Works collaboratively with colleagues and fosters a spirit of cooperation in the workplace.
• Conducts themselves in a manner that reflects well on UEC and contributes to harmonious relations with members and the general public.
• Respectfully takes direction from supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY

This position may have supervisory responsibilities.

Required Qualifications: 

Education:   Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from a four-year college or university in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Experience:  5+ Years progressive experience in electric utility or other related engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

• Strong Interpersonal and communication skills needed to be able to communicate with personnel, management, and support organizations.
• Demonstrated experience managing routine projects on budget and on schedule.
• Excellent computer skills including experience with applicable software in such fields as graphic design, technical writing, electric system design software, GIS, analytical electric engineering software, statistics, and web-based training.
• Must be adept at using various applications including database, spreadsheet, report writing, project management, graphics, word processing, presentation creation/editing, and communicate by e-mail.
• Advanced math skills including the ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory. Ability to work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations, and proofs of theorems.
• A valid Driver’s License is required for occasional business travel.
• An Engineer In-Training certificate is preferred for this position.

       EOE M/F/Veteran/Disability

About Umatilla Electric Cooperative

Umatilla Electric Cooperative (UEC) is a progressive electric utility cooperative located in northeastern Oregon along the beautiful Columbia River, offering a wide variety of activities year round. UEC is experiencing rapid growth in the commercial and industrial area and has a challenging position for the right candidate. Offering a “four tens” work schedule, strong benefits, and generous retirement program this is a unique opportunity for a rewarding career with an exciting organization in the growing community of Hermiston Oregon.

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