Closes: July 7, 2026

Job Description

The Substation Maintenance Engineer supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of substation equipment through maintenance program oversight, field support, technical troubleshooting, and regulatory compliance. This role works closely with maintenance personnel, field crews, operations, engineering, and vendors to ensure equipment is properly inspected, tested, repaired, documented, and maintained throughout its lifecycle.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in substation equipment, maintenance practices, and field operations, along with the ability to develop technical documentation, analyze equipment condition, and specify replacement components for failed or aging assets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain substation maintenance programs aligned with industry best practices, and IEEE and NERC standards
• Support the commissioning of new and upgraded station equipment
• Provide technical support to field crews for inspections, testing, troubleshooting, and repairs
• Analyze equipment failures and specify replacement parts and materials
• Maintain accurate maintenance, testing, and commissioning documentation
• Collaborate with operations, field crews and engineering to improve asset performance
• Support NERC compliance, audits, and evidence retention
• Participate in an on-call rotation and provide off-hour support during outages, storm events, and system emergencies as needed
• Other job duties as required

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in an ABET-accredited Engineering Program
• Effective and flexible communication skills
• Substation equipment commissioning, testing and/or maintenance experience preferred
• Professional Engineer License in Electrical Engineering preferred
• Knowledge of Avista's electric system preferred

Entry Engineer:

• 0-1 years engineering work experience preferred

Hiring Range: $68,027 to $87,754

Assistant Engineer:

• Minimum of one (1) year of engineering work experience required

Hiring Range: $77,595 to $100,486

Associate Engineer:

• Minimum of two (2) years of engineering work experience required

Hiring Range: $88,336 to $114,838

Engineer:

• Minimum of four (4) years engineering work experience required

Hiring Range: $100,378 to $131,496

Senior Engineer:

• Minimum of six (6) years engineering work experience required
• Demonstrated skills illustrating use of productivity, presentation, and analytical tools specific to area of expertise
• Demonstrated technical leadership within engineering
• Demonstrated positive and effective working relationships with internal and external parties
• Specialty technical proficiency, project leadership, and ability to be self-directed

Hiring Range: $114,207 to $150,183

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Hybrid work options are available for this role. The successful candidate will be required to work at our Spokane, Washington headquarters at least 3 days per week including Mondays and Tuesdays with additional day(s) determined by the manager.

To ApplyWe encourage you to apply as many of our positions have multiple levels to account for an incoming employee's various knowledge, skills, and experience.

Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click "Submit".

Total Rewards

At Avista, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. That's why we prioritize the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our team members and their families.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to support every stage of life and career. Our offerings include:

• Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match
• Incentive programs rewarding performance and contributions
• Competitive paid time off including holidays, personal days, and vacation
• Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
• Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health
• Education and development support including tuition assistance
• Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact
• Other optional benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more (Eligibility subject to Bargaining Unit affiliation)

To learn more, please visit our benefits website at https://avistabenefits.com/.

We are committed to maintaining a competitive and equitable total rewards package that attracts and retains a diverse, skilled, and engaged workforce.

In compliance with state laws, we provide the full salary range for each position, along with the typical hiring range based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The full salary range for this position is $68,027 to $186,159. Questions regarding compliance with this requirement can be directed to [redacted]

Pre-employment screening requirements
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.