Real-Time Distribution Systems Engineer

Job Listing ID:

4459043

Job Title:

Real-Time Distribution Systems Engineer Application Deadline:

06/20/2026

Job Location:

Tualatin

Date Posted:

03/23/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Day Shift Duration of Job:

Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven't stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We're always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all. Operate the grid. Modernize the grid. Shape the future. Portland General Electric (PGE) is seeking an experienced, impact-driven Power Systems Engineer to join our Integrated Operations Center; the nerve center for real-time distribution grid management across Oregon. In this role, you'll provide critical engineering support for live grid operations, maintain and refine the as-operated system model, and help lead our journey toward a smarter, more automated grid. You'll work directly with control room operators, planners, field engineers, and smart grid teams to ensure our grid is reliable, resilient, and ready for tomorrow. This role is open to both Distribution Operations Engineers and Senior Distribution Operations Engineers. Title and level will be determined based on your experience and demonstrated qualifications. Key ResponsibilitiesFor All Levels Maintain PGE's as-operated distribution system model in our Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) and Outage Management System (OMS). Refine and support advanced distribution applications including: Distribution Power Flow (DPF) Fault Location, Isolation, and Service Restoration (FLISR) Load forecasting tools Review system configurations, switching procedures, and planned outages for engineering soundness and reliability. Provide real-time technical support to Distribution System Operators during outages and abnormal events. Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, field crews, and customer managers to ensure modeling reflects real-world conditions. For Senior-Level Candidates Act as technical lead or SME on complex real-time switching sequences, system protection issues, and voltage regulation strategies. Lead or support grid automation and system modeling projects to enhance operational efficiency and reliability. Serve as engineering SME for large or staged construction projects, coordinating modeling and energization steps. Resolve configuration anomalies in ADMS and OMS through engineering review and stakeholder collaboration. Guide improvement efforts across power flow calculations, automation logic, and operational strategy. Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited program preferred). Experience- Distribution Operations... For full info follow application link. PGE is committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origina, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Job Classification:

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Salary:

Depending on Experience Job Requirements

Experience Required:

 At least 2 years

Education Required:

Bachelors

Minimum Age:

N/A Gender:

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