Closes: August 30, 2026
Job DescriptionPerforms advanced engineering assignments related to Protective Relaying, Protection Systems, and Substation Integration. Applies specialized technical expertise, company knowledge, and independent judgment to analyze problems, develop solutions, and adapt engineering practices and standards.
Designs and implements protection schemes and integration systems for transmission, distribution, generation, and substation facilities. Develops relay settings, coordination studies, fault analyses, and short-circuit studies to ensure reliable and secure system operation. Specifies protective relays, control systems, and substation equipment required for monitoring, control, and data acquisition. Evaluates protection system performance following system events and performs transient, stability, and coordination studies to support system planning and interconnections.
Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for NERC Protection and Control (PRC) standards by maintaining compliance processes, implementing regulatory requirements, coordinating compliance activities, and supporting audit readiness through documentation and evidence management. Performs other duties, special projects, and engineering assignments as requested or assigned.
Requirements- Bachelor of Science in an ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering Program
- Effective and flexible communication skills
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
Preferred Requirements- Power System knowledge or emphasis in a degree and/or ability to utilize engineering application software desired
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.
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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 $88,336 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.
