Trainee Power Systems Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $98,280.00 - $184,808.00 Annually
Location : Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Non-Classified
Job Number: T0440-26C
Department: Power
Division: Power - T&D
Opening Date: 07/07/2026
Closing Date: 7/21/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Position Description
Tacoma Power's Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Section is seeking a Power System Engineer (Power Systems Engineer, Associate, Power Systems Engineer, or Power Systems Engineer, PE level) to join their team! In this role you will perform New Services Engineering duties in the preparation, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of new construction engineering projects. Assignments require a technical expertise within the field of electrical engineering and project management.
Responsibilities Include:

• Serve as the first point of contact for customers seeking information about the installation of new electrical services or modifications to existing ones.
• Develop design drawings for the installation of utility infrastructure and coordinate design with drafting department and field personnel for all large residential plats, commercial and industrial projects to ensure the layout and placement of electrical facilities are incompliance of all applicable codes, construction standards, and secured easement corridors for placement of Tacoma Powers electrical infrastructure; includes electrical design, high voltage equipment components, and materials for primary and secondary conductors to the lot corners or point of delivery.
• Develop all working documents for new electrical service construction including work order packets for line crews, design drawings using computer design programs, material reservations, and information for mapping and archive documentation.
• Interpreting engineering drawings, tables, specifications, and schematics.
• Obtain and request material reservation, apply for governmental permits, request and coordinate utility easements, request and coordinate equipment locate requests, coordinate and organize planned high voltage outage arrangements with customers, clients and account executives. Serve on process improvement teams to enhance processes and productivity.
• Develop standards and specifications for new equipment, component usage, rule changes, and processes.
• Consults with customers, contractors, developers, builders, and other governing agencies during all phase of the construction process from project inception to project completion.
• Develop and communicate construction costs to our customer base, using customer service policy and handbooks as a guide to ensure compliance to Tacoma Power Utilities Construction Standards and all established laws and codes; Washington Administrative Code (WAC), National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.
• Analyze new or existing electrical loads for our residential, commercial, and industrial customers to determine if additional electrical infrastructure is required.

Qualifications
Power Systems Engineer, Associate
Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or directly related field.
Minimum Experience*
0-1 years depending upon assignment.
Power Systems EngineerMinimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or directly related field.
Minimum Experience*
2 years of engineering experience in a power utility.
Power Systems Engineer, PE
Minimum Education*Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or directly related field.
Minimum Experience*4 years of professional level engineering experience in a power utility.
Washington State Licensed Professional Engineer.
*Relevant education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis
Licensing, Certifications and Other RequirementsSome positions may require individuals to pass a comprehensive personal risk assessment (background check) prior to employment and every five years thereafter as required by federal regulatory requirements (NERC-CIP)
Selection Process & Supplemental Information
Apply
All interested individuals mustapply online and attach a resume and cover letter that includes major responsibilities and accomplishments related to the position.
Appointment is subject to references and passing a background check.
Compensation & Benefits
Pay Details:
Annual Salary: $98,280 - $184,808.00
A Commitment to Equity and Diversity
At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.
If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.
Tacoma Poweris an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.
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The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.
Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.
Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.
Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.
Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.
Other Employment Information
Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.
Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.
Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.
Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
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Do you have a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or directly related field?*Relevant education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis

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Do you have the following experience and/or training? Please check all that apply.*Relevant education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis

• 0-1 years engineering experience
• 2 years of engineering experience in a power utility
• 4 years of professional level engineering experience in a power utility
• Washington State Licensed Professional Engineer

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One of the City's Principles that guides us is Equity. Describe what equity means to you and describe any experience you have working with diverse groups of people.
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