Sr. Grid Edge Engineer, TE

About the Role

The engineer will define goals, use cases, and test plans for grid‑edge technology demonstrations, coordinate internal and external stakeholders, publish RFIs/RFPs, and manage contracting, marketing, and customer engagement. They will also develop site‑selection criteria, oversee testing, analyze data, and document findings in final reports while maintaining expertise in state‑of‑the‑art engineering practices. • Define goals, scope, use cases, and test plans for grid‑edge technology demonstrations. • Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, including process mapping, RFIs/RFPs, contracting, marketing, and customer outreach. • Develop site‑selection evaluation criteria and participation requirements. • Oversee testing activities, analyze data, and produce final reports documenting results and lessons learned. • Maintain expertise in state‑of‑the‑art engineering practices and provide guidance on engineering processes and standards. • Prepare complex engineering deliverables and coordinate multidisciplinary activities. • Conduct quality‑assurance reviews to ensure solutions meet codes, regulatory requirements, and sound engineering practice. • Create and revise underground material and equipment specifications and lead standards‑review meetings. • Lead T&D standards projects, providing accurate capital budgets, job estimates, and supply‑chain considerations. • Develop and deliver training content on new design standards to designers, field technicians, and colleagues. • Mentor less‑experienced engineers and foster knowledge‑management initiatives. • Apply advanced engineering and economic principles to interpret technical deliverables and project controls. • Utilize project management best practices to lead internal and customer‑facing communication and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸test planning
• ▸site selection
• ▸data analysis
• ▸quality assurance
• ▸spec development
• ▸project management

What You Bring

The role centers on advancing innovation projects such as heavy‑duty electric‑vehicle charging, microgrids, managed charging, and vehicle‑to‑everything (V2X) technologies. A strong technical background in EVs, charging infrastructure, and utility systems is required, and experience in test engineering, utility program implementation, and project management is preferred. A bachelor’s degree in engineering (ABET‑accredited preferred) and at least five years of experience in engineering or technical program management are required. Preferred experience includes work with distributed energy resources such as EVs, battery storage, solar, utility meters, and prior testing of first‑of‑its‑kind technologies. Professional Engineering (PE) licensure is strongly preferred. Core competencies include advanced knowledge of engineering and economic principles, familiarity with transmission and distribution design standards, and the ability to provide technical guidance and quality‑assurance reviews. The role also demands strong organization, decision‑making, written and oral communication, and the ability to mentor less‑experienced colleagues. The position requires a valid driver’s license, occasional travel within and outside the service territory, and routine computer use. Physical demands are limited to lifting up to 10 lb and navigating varied work environments. Cognitive demands include meeting deadlines, adhering to accuracy standards, and collaborating effectively under stress. • Leverage experience with distributed energy resources, EV charging software, and utility operations to drive innovation. • Possess or obtain a Professional Engineering (PE) license as required for the role.

Requirements

• ▸pe license
• ▸ev charging
• ▸distributed energy
• ▸project management
• ▸engineering degree
• ▸communication

Benefits

Compensation ranges from $84,825 to $167,250 annually, plus a performance‑based incentive bonus and a comprehensive total‑rewards package that supports well‑being and professional development. PGE is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to equity, inclusion, and providing accommodations throughout the hiring process.

Work Environment

Hybrid