Amy Grice is the 2024 Outstanding Engineer of the Year
At Peninsula Light Co., we are proud to announce that our very own Chief Operating Officer, Amy Grice, is the recipient of the 2024 Outstanding Engineer of the Year Award by the Seattle chapter of the IEEE Power & Energy Society. This prestigious honor recognizes engineers and volunteers who have made significant contributions to the power and energy industry. Amy’s accomplishments truly exemplify the spirit of innovation and leadership the award seeks to celebrate.
A Legacy of Innovation & Leadership
Since joining PenLight in 2011, Amy has played a crucial role in advancing operational technologies across the company. Her passion for improving distribution system efficiencies, optimizing data visualization, and enhancing outage response has directly impacted our ability to provide reliable and responsive services to our customers. Amy’s work has consistently reflected her deep commitment to embracing emerging technologies, ensuring that PenLight remains at the forefront of the energy industry’s evolution.
Amy’s approach is hands-on, whether she is implementing new technologies, improving existing systems, or collaborating with teams to drive change. Her ability to seamlessly blend technical expertise with practical application has been a driving force behind PenLight’s success.
A Strong Foundation in Engineering
Amy’s journey in the energy industry began in the early 2000s when she started her career as an electrical engineer at Tacoma Power, focusing on SCADA/Control Center operations. This foundation in the power sector, coupled with her continued pursuit of excellence, has allowed Amy to bring depth and breadth of experience to her current role at PenLight.
Amy holds a Master of Engineering and Technology Management and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Washington State University. She is a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Washington and has completed the NRECA Management Internship Program, further solidifying her leadership capabilities in the energy field.
An Advocate for Education & Collaboration
Beyond her technical expertise, Amy is deeply committed to mentoring and educating the next generation of engineers. She believes fostering growth in the industry requires not only innovation but also the sharing of knowledge and experience. This dedication to education is just 1 of the many reasons Amy has earned recognition as a leader in the power and energy sector. 10995
A Vision for the Future
Amy’s vision for the future of the energy industry is 1 where technology continues to enhance the reliability and sustainability of services. She envisions a future where advancements in operational systems lead to even more efficient distribution networks and quicker, more effective responses to outages, ultimately benefiting our communities and the environment.
At PenLight, we are incredibly fortunate to have someone of Amy’s caliber leading the way. Her recognition by the Seattle IEEE PES as the 2024 Outstanding Engineer of the Year is a testament to her hard work, dedication, and the profound impact she has had on our company and the broader energy community. We look forward to the continued innovations and leadership Amy will undoubtedly bring to the industry in the years ahead.
Congratulations, Amy! We are proud to celebrate your achievements and the significant contributions you’ve made to the energy sector.