Join Chelan PUD as a Control Systems Engineer (I-IV) in Wenatchee, WA. Design and support SCADA, EMS, ADMS, and OT systems, drive cybersecurity and reliability initiatives, and help power critical utility operations. Competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and relocation assistance available.This role will be filled as either Control Systems Engineer I, Control Systems Engineer II, Control Systems Engineer III or Control Systems Engineer IV depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications.
*This is not a remote or hybrid position, but requires regular, in-person attendance at our headquarters in Wenatchee, WA. Relocation reimbursement is available.
Control Systems Engineer Job Summary:
The Control Systems Engineering Group plays a critical role in designing, developing, and implementing operational technology solutions to monitor and control integrated utility operations. These systems include Generation Management Systems (GMS), the Energy Management System (EMS), Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) and other Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems used by Operators to monitor District resources.
This position offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, technology, and compliance, directly impacting the reliability and efficiency of utility operations.
Control Systems Engineer Salary Range:
- Control Systems Engineer I - The starting hourly rate is $35.86 - $44.86 (based on qualifications). With tenure and strong performance in this role an employee may earn up to a maximum of $53.83, hourly.
- Control Systems Engineer II - The starting salary range is $91,200 - $114,000 (based on qualifications). With tenure and strong performance in this role an employee may earn up to a maximum of $136,800, annualized.
- Control Systems Engineer III - The starting salary range is $109,040 - $136,300 (based on qualifications). With tenure and strong performance in this role an employee may earn up to a maximum of $163,560, annualized.
- Control Systems Engineer IV - The starting salary range is $125,200 - $156,500 (based on qualifications). With tenure and strong performance in this role an employee may earn up to a maximum of $187,800, annualized.
Control Systems Engineer Benefits:
- Outstanding benefits which include zero cost employer funded medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits
- State Retirement PERS participation
- Optional 457 plan participation with employer matching 401(a) plan
- VEBA health reimbursement account
- Life/Voluntary Life plan option
- Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
- Leave benefits including paid leave starting at 21 days (3.23 hours/week prorated based on hours paid) per calendar year up to 35 with tenure
- Paid Holidays – up to 11 days per calendar year in 2025, changing to up to 12 days per calendar year in 2026, paid jury duty.
Control Systems Engineer Qualifications & Skills:
For All:
- Bachelor’s Degree (B. S., B. A.) in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or closely related field is required. Master’s Degree is preferred.
- Valid Driver’s License at hire and WA Driver’s within 30 days of hire
- Pursuant to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards, Chelan County Public Utility District #1 conducts background screening of personnel who have access to the District's critical physical and/or cyber assets.
Control Systems Engineer I
- 0 years of experience required
Control Systems Engineer II
- 2+ years of experience performing as a Level I or closely related experience is required. Candidates with a master’s degree who also have at least 6 months experience in the Utility industry working with SCADA systems may be hired as a Level II.
Control Systems Engineer III
- 3+ years of experience performing as a Level II or a total of five (5) years progressively responsible experience with Control System Engineering is required. Candidates with a master’s degree may reduce total experience by 2 years.
- Control Systems Engineer IV
- 3+ years of experience performing as a Level III or a total of eight (8) years progressively responsible experience with Control System Engineering is required. Candidates with a master’s degree may reduce total experience by 2 years.
Control Systems Engineer Responsibilities & Duties:
- Design and Develop: Build and optimize a dedicated Operational Technology (OT) environment, including enterprise-grade networking, business critical applications, and cybersecurity products to manage, supervise and operate real time SCADA systems using industry-standard communication protocols to integrate with a variety of field equipment.
- Ensure Cybersecurity: Ensure Cybersecurity: Implement, monitor and maintain robust cybersecurity measures that align with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards.
- Support Critical Systems: Support Critical Systems: Develop, manage and maintain computer-based systems and network equipment supporting Distribution, Transmission, Generation, Hatcheries, Water/Wastewater, Marketing and Compliance functions, including complex coding, human-machine interface design, communication topologies, and related work practices.
- Manage Projects: Manage Projects: Lead and support projects in SCADA design, reliability compliance, and cybersecurity implementation.
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