This is a full-time on-site role for an Electrical Engineer at Bonneville Power Administration located in Vancouver, WA. The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing electrical equipment and systems used in the power generation and distribution process. The role requires the ability to work independently, as well as in a team, and to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application.
Open & Close date: Open: 10/21/2024 Close: 10/31/2024
LOCATION(s)Vancouver, WA
SALARY: See announcement for salary
A successful candidate in this position will serve as senior engineer, program manager, and technical authority on all engineering aspects relating to electrical circuits, circuit elements, equipment, and systems.
As an Electrical Engineer, you will:
Provide expert engineering consultation and project leadership in the formulation and development of standards used on high voltage transmission systems.
Develop and implement Reliability Compliance Program processes for (1) reaching agreement on and documenting assignment approach, scope, and objectives, and (2) documenting work results and supporting data through electronic filing and other techniques.
Serve as a mentor and resource for other compliance specialists and as a trainer within the organization.
Provide technical expertise and authoritative advice, decision making, counsel, and guidance to BPA management on assigned aspects of the NERC and WECC Reliability Compliance Program.
Represent BPA during internal and external audits, spot checks, and data requests with the assigned standards by applying theories, principles, practical concepts, processes, and systems.
Conduct cross-agency technical reviews with subject-matter experts to assess compliance and develop mitigation plans to address deficiencies.
Work with regulators and peer utilities on compliance standards drafting committees to assure that new standards are consistent with best engineering practices related to transmission system design, construction and maintenance.
Document interpretation/impact analysis results and standard development action plans.
REQUIREMENTS: Conditions of Employment
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
This position does not support remote work. You will be required to report physically to the official reporting worksite as specified by the supervisor, but no less than 3 days per pay period.
The salary is based on a Special Rate Table, Number 0755: https://apps.opm.gov/SpecialRates/
After employment, this position may be subject to periodic physical examinations, as prescribed by competent medical authority and at BPA expense, if exposed to health hazards
QUALIFICATIONS:
Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics..
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Combination of Education and Experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following:
(See Qualification Section for the rest of these competences)
A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: Experience in 1) engineering planning, organizing, conducting, or leading NERC (North American Electric Reliability Corporation) and WECC (Western Electricity Coordinating Council) reliability standards compliance effort and 2) the technical review of design and maintenance standards to ensure reliable transmission or power services to customers.
"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
EDUCATION
This vacancy has a positive education requirement. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Department of Education Accreditation Search to verify school accreditation.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
To apply for this position, you MUST provide a complete application package.
(See Required Documents section on application).
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application.
To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the announcement closing date to receive consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Experience +understanding of WEEC, NERC & FERC are highly desired.
The Bonneville Power Administration has been powering people and careers for over 85 years. We are a non-profit federal agency that provides clean, emissions-free electricity to the Pacific Northwest and maintains a high voltage transmission system to deliver that electricity. We are a leader in sustainability and environmental stewardship, promoting energy efficiency, renewable energy, the smart grid, fish and wildlife protection and initiatives to address climate change. We are a visionary and innovative agency that values diversity and creativity and encourages continuous learning. We are located throughout the Pacific Northwest with opportunities in cities, smaller communities and rural areas. You can learn more about BPA at www.bpa.gov.
