Principal Electrical Engineer, Facilities

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TriMet Operations Engineering, part of the Transit Systems and Asset Support Division, is looking for a Principal Facilities Electrical Engineer (System Owner) to support the maintenance, operations, and design of facilities electrical systems and equipment. Be part of a team that provides the engineering expertise to achieve agency goals of State of Good Repair and resource efficiency to keep residents of the tri-counties moving!

In this role, you will provide technical support by on optimizing maintenance strategy, verifying code compliance, and planning asset lifecycles for electrical systems such as building power systems, transformers, switchgear, generators, fire alarms, lighting, and emergency power systems. You will support quality and risk management in operations through perform root cause analysis (RCA) and failure modes and effect analysis (FMEA). With the expanding transit systems, you will also provide design input to projects to ensure facilities assets are designed and built to TriMet specifications and can integrate into the electrical infrastructure.

We're seeking a candidate with strong technical knowledge and leadership skills to support our maintenance team to maintain facilities electrical systems to be code compliant, safety, and in a State of Good Repair. A successful candidate will be a dedicated and detail-oriented professional who is a problem-solver. The ideal candidate will be capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously and consistently producing quality work. Our ideal candidate will demonstrate qualities that are proactive, collaborative, data-driven, and will be a strong communicator. This role requires an individual that is knowledgeable and experienced in electrical codes and their direct application to facilities systems and equipment. This position works independently and as part of a team with limited supervision from manager and requires the ability to exercise sound judgement within established guidelines and required codes.

This role will work side by side with the Facilities Maintenance Electricians, Maintenance of Way (MOW), Engineering & Construction, Safety, and Procurement teams - you will be able to establish valuable connections throughout the agency! This is a rewarding role that will present new challenges on a regular basis.

We look forward to meeting you - come ready to electrify your career at TriMet!

This role requires being onsite four (4) days per week.

Reliable in-person attendance is an essential function of all positions. TriMet is an in-person first organization, with a strong emphasis on in-person collaboration, customer service, and safe and efficient operations. Some positions may be able to work up to two days remotely depending on department policy, business needs, and manager discretion.

Ensure a commitment to safety through consistent and professional behaviors in performance of job requirements that demonstrate safety is a fundamental value that guides all aspects of our work. Perform related duties as required.

Serve as a good steward of TriMet by regularly utilizing our transit system to maintain a strong and current understanding of customers' experiences and of TriMet's product and service offerings.

Forbes Magazine recently ranked TriMet as one of the top five places to work in Oregon! TriMet is ranked the number one Oregon-based employer in the state, as well as the top "Transportation and Logistics" employer in the state.

• Provide professional engineering services in developing and reviewing conceptual and detailed design of TriMet Operations facilities, MAX platforms and amenities, bus shelters and other TriMet owned facilities and buildings.
• Prepare designs, calculations, cost estimates, documentation and public presentation material related to TriMet facilities, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of defects.
• Evaluate the functional feasibility, electrical and mechanical design, and system reliability of various electrical and mechanical systems, equipment, and hardware associated with future and existing Operations facilities as they relate to the facilities system maintenance and repair. Coordinate with other TriMet engineers, staff and consultants to ensure compatible designs.
• Review product and systems submittals for compliance with contract requirements and TriMet criteria. Prepare documents for the maintenance standards and procedures of facilities systems, installations and equipment.
• Assist with administration of contracts relating to the procurement, installation, testing and start-up of various facilities disciplines, hardware, software, and related equipment. Coordinate with systems engineering, consultants and other system, and civil contracts on construction issues.
• Prepare minutes, documentation, specifications and technical reports, and review such material generated by others. Assist with preparation of contract specifications and bid documents.
• Responsible for approving and maximizing: 1) relevant design criteria, 2) facilities inspection and test procedures, 3) facilities Maintenance Standards.
• Monitor maintenance and manufacturing activities to assure contractual and manufacturer compliance. Perform field measurements and calculations to verify quantities and quality of completed work. Assist with contracts administration for management of equipment procurement, testing and consultant contracts.
• Provide lead expert guidance to facilities management, supervisors consultants, systems engineering and other support staff as required for specific assignments and within the guidelines provided by the Operations Engineering Management.
• Represent TriMet at various interagency meetings and industry meetings as a technical representative.

A minimum of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a relevant engineering degree is required.

Six (6) years of total credited experience.*

Six (6) years of experience as a competent practicing engineer are required.

Six (6) years of engineering experience in an area directly applicable to electrical, civil and mechanical systems design, inspection, and manufacturing or maintenance management are required.

PE- Professional Engineer is required within one (1) year of employment.

Or any equivalent combination of experience and training.*

The amount of credit a candidate receives for prior years of experience is based on the relevancy of that experience to the required or preferred prerequisites of the job description. Experience is prorated based on hours worked. LRHR assigns and validates the "credited experience".Type of Position / Grade / FLSA

Grade 18, Exempt, Non-Union, Full-Time.

Salary Range

Minimum: $117,044.00

Maximum: $175,568.00

Salary offers will be determined by a candidate's education, training and relevant experience. Any final offer of employment will fall within the range stated above. For transparency, we choose to list the full available grade range, however, TriMet's salary administration process will ultimately determine the final salary offered.

Selection Process

Candidates will be selected based at a minimum on the result of:

1. Application Review (please include: Cover Letter and Resume)

2. Panel Interviews

3. Reference Check

Supplemental Information

Make sure you describe in detail how your education, training and work experience fit with this role. You are encouraged to attach a resume, cover letter, training certificates and/or letters of recommendation with your application. You are permitted five attachments of less than 5MB each.

Internal applicants: Information in your personnel file will not be used in lieu of information requested on your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you are a qualified veteran and would like to apply for veterans' preference points, you will need to reflect your status on the application and attach supporting documentation at the time of application submission.

If you need accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process, contact our Human Resources staff at ..., or the TTY line at 7-1-1. Note that we require a minimum of two workdays' notice prior to the need for accommodation.

TriMet is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing an organization that is reflective of and sensitive to the needs of the diverse community we serve, including veterans, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement

As applied to the workplace, applicants and employees must be qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Essential functions may include required job functions performed infrequently as well as production standards related to the quality and quantity of work. If a person with a disability could meet job qualifications with a reasonable accommodation, TriMet will work with the employee to accommodate the need. If TriMet's accommodation is effective in allowing the employee to perform the essential functions of the job, it need not be the employee's preferred accommodation.