Electrical Engineer 1

*** | SUPPLEMENTAL LABOR MANAGEMENT OFFICE

ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION

Title & Level

Electrical Engineer 1

Location

Vancouver, WA; Spokane WA; Salem, OR

Specialty

Commissioning & Testing

Telework Eligible?*

Yes

Organization

TETC

Number of Days Onsite per Week*

5

Hours

Full-Time, up to 40 hours

Additional Information*

See Offsite Work Appendices.

Overtime

20% anticipated

On-Call

No

Travel

Up to 100% travel to substations across BPA s service territory (primarily WA/OR/ID/MT) Duration at each location could be 2 weeks to 2 years, depending on the project.

FN Status

NOT open to Foreign Nationals

Investigation Type

SF-85, Standard Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions: Candidate must be able to pass this background investigation in order to qualify for and/or retain this position.

*Current telework and onsite support is based on BPA s requirements. This schedule is subject to change as BPA s telework policies and onsite workload requirements evolve.

OVERVIEW

Position

This full-time, contract Electrical Engineer position is in the Test and Energization (TETC) organization of the Commissioning and Testing (TET) group in the Transmission Services (T) business line of *** (BPA). The Commissioning & Testing Electrical Engineer facilitates on-site engineering and project assistance for substation construction projects. This position serves as a field electrical engineer, performing the testing and energization of communications and control equipment in high voltage electrical substations, radio stations, and control centers as well as recommending modifications and additions to the existing installations on BPA systems throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana.

Organization & Culture

TETC Engineers commission the equipment that helps power the Northwest region. We provide start-up and commissioning of substation equipment, typically in travel status 100% of the time, supporting projects that can range from two weeks to two years in duration. Our engineers work on high voltage equipment, such as new relays or SCADA to complete 500Kv substation builds. TETC Engineers typically act as the lead engineers for projects, coordinating the various phases of substation construction work including outages, step plans, trip checks, and redlines. Engineers are responsible for ensuring the quality and correctness of the new substation equipment. The work this group does is extremely valuable to the rest of BPA. We are looking for team members that are self-sufficient and have strong problem-solving skills. Our workers build the equipment and then have the honor of turning it on and making sure it works as expected; it s like leaving a legacy.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Note: All official drafts, documents, and recommendations, as listed below, must be reviewed, finalized, and approved / accepted by appropriate BPA manager or other federal personnel with the authority to do so.

Under the guidance of a senior commissioning engineer or technician, perform testing of substation equipment, primarily power circuit breakers, transformers, and static capacitors.

This testing involves verification of CT/PT ratio, CT polarity, transformer impedance, power factor for transformers, timing of power circuit breakers, and insulation voltage withstand tests.

With instruction and guidance from the BPA lead engineer, perform testing of Substation Control equipment including Protective Relaying, SCADA, microwave radio, Transfer Trip, and PLC s (Programmable Logic Controllers).

With instruction and guidance from the BPA lead engineer, support the design, implementation, maintenance, and improvement of electrical instruments, equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems by checking rack wiring and cables in BPA facilities.

Operate computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks under the direction of a BPA Lead Engineer.

Gather information for BPA Lead Engineer to create electrical drawings, reports, and calculations to support the engineering solutions for electrical systems.

Assist BPA lead engineer with coordinating construction, installation, maintenance, support, documentation, or testing activities to maintain compliance with specifications, codes, and customer requirements.

With assistance and approval by the BPA Lead Engineer, perform detailed calculations to compute and establish construction, and installation standards and specifications.

Assist BPA lead engineer with Inspection of completed installations and verification of operations to maintain conformance to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational and safety standards.

Perform troubleshooting and provide on-site technical support to craft/customer personnel in the field, as directed.

Work with BPA design staff during engineering phase to understand design philosophy and provide field information/valid requirements.

Apply diversified knowledge of engineering principles/practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields.

With oversight and guidance from BPA manager / BPA lead engineer, facilitate projects on site, including requesting outages through outage coordinator, and verifying that materials arrive on site.

Mark documents and maintain filing system(s), files, emails, and records in accordance with compliance requirements. Share and disperse documents only to appropriate personnel (those with a Lawful Government Purpose (LGP) to know). Mark and maintain all official records in accordance with the Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards and procedures. Validate official records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes.

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Corresponding Experience (required on matrix)

Bachelor s degree in engineering (from an ABET* accredited school) is required.

Candidates 3 months from graduation will be considered. Proof of degree may be requested after graduation.
Note: *ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology)

6 months of experience and knowledge of electrical engineering concepts, principals, and practices applicable to components and facilities found on a regional transmission system is required.

Required Technical Skills & Experience (required on matrix)

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Skills & Experience (optional on matrix)

Training or experience in Power Systems Engineering sufficient to allow knowledge development of design standards through on-the-job training.

The intent is for the Engineer to review and correct Controls, RAS and Metering, and Protective Relay Design

Demonstrated ability to read and understand electrical prints: one-lines, wiring diagrams, and schematics to determine how the protection and control systems operate.

Additional Requirements (not required on matrix)

Valid U.S. Driver s License is required.

First Aid/AED/CPR Certification required within 30 days of assignment start. Worker/Employer is responsible for maintaining current certification.

Energized Facility Permit is required within one year of assignment start. Type: Electrical Worker Permit (EWP)

PPE Requirements

White Hard Hat

Dust Mask

Eye Protection

Hand protection (gloves)

Hearing Protection

Footwear: ASTM F 2413-11 with an EH Rating or ASTM F2413-18 with an I/C/EH Rating. Footwear must lace up over the ankle and have a rigid sole and heel. The exterior of the boot must be made entirely of natural materials (all leather or leather and rubber combination) to conform to Arc-Flash requirements.

Electrical and Arc-Flash protective clothing and PPE as required by OSHA and consistent with BPA Safety and Health Policy for work on or near an energized facility.

User Type:

Everyday

Estimated Usage:

4 days per week

Additional PPE required by State or Federal OSHA for the work being performed. Refer to Ad-hoc PPE Requirement Appendices.

Hazards & Risks

Position requires frequent walking, bending, and stooping.

Position requires the ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.

Position requires a minimum level of physical ability sufficient to lift, carry, move, and stack equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Bending stooping, lifting, kneeling, reaching, and walking for short distances (up to 500 yards) may be required.

Position requires the ability to lift items approximately 50 pounds in weight on and off vehicles and maneuver them, using wheeled carts, to designated locations.

Position requires frequent walking on uneven terrain.

Other Position Considerations

Must have access to a reliable personal vehicle.

Appendices

The following appendices apply to this position and may be downloaded from the Fieldglass Reference Library:

Electrical Worker Permit (EWP)

Offsite Work

Training Expectations (Worker is expected to keep current on the latest technologies and skills required for the position.)

Training Type

Details

Provided by

APM/Safe Workplace Training

32 hours

BPA

Shock & Arc Flash PPE Training with Refresher

8 hours

BPA

Attendance at all conferences, workshops, training, etc. must be pre-approved by SLMO. Requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Approval is subject to the most current guidance provided to SLMO by BPA or DOE and is subject to change at any time. SLMO reserves the right to negotiate attendance on billable/non-billable hours and reimbursement of travel costs with the supplier. Reimbursable travel costs must adhere to the Federal Travel Regulations and be submitted via an expense sheet in Fieldglass.

CLOSELY ASSOCIATED RESPONSIBILITIES & REQUIRED ASSOCIATED MITIGATION MEASURES

The following list of potential inherently governmental risk areas and the measures that SLMO-Compliance has determined MUST be in place in your organization, via processes and procedures, in order to mitigate those associated risks. The BPA manager s acceptance of the API serves as the manager s attestation that all mitigation measures listed below are or will be established and adhered to in their org.

Area of potential Closely Associated / Inherently Government function

Mitigation Measures

Area of potential Closely Associated / Inherently Government function

Mitigation Measures

Access to Confidential / Sensitive Information

CFTE MUST sign NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreements) at beginning of assignments.

CFTE MUST complete annual Information Security and Privacy Awareness training.

CFTE MUST complete and pass background investigations of an appropriate level.

Acquisition Planning / Source Selection

CFTE are not permitted to serve as voting members for acquisition selections.

All purchasing decisions MUST be made by appropriate federal personnel (Contracting Officers).

All acquisition documents (requirements,
SOW s, evaluation criteria, etc.) MUST be reviewed, finalized and approved by appropriate BPA federal personnel.

ONLY Contracting Officers are authorized to obligate BPA funds.

Agency / Org Planning

All drafts, documents, materials and recommendations, MUST be reviewed, finalized and approved by appropriate BPA federal personnel.

Budget / Finance Prep

ONLY Federal Employees may determine budget priorities & allocations.

BFTE MUST control, and finalize / approve ALL budgets and related documentation, including that for projects, programs and Organizations.

Contract Management

ALL Contractual documents, including invoices MUST be finalized / approved by appropriate Federal personnel.

All contract related decisions (modifications, changes, performance) MUST be determined by appropriate federal personnel (CO s).

Decision Making

CFTE may provide input and recommendations to decision-makers.

ONLY appropriate federal personnel may make decisions which obligate BPA resources or to a specific course of action.

Direction & Control
(directing BFTE)

CFTE are not permitted to direct the actions of federal employees (BFTE) or have any control or input into their performance.

Work of BFTE MUST be assigned by federal manager, supervisor, Program / Resource manager or other appropriate designee.

Disposing Govt. Property

ALL decisions regarding the disposal of BPA property MUST be made by appropriate federal personnel; and, all property dispositions MUST be directed and controlled by the Investment Recovery Center (IRC).

Dissemination of Agency/Policy Information / Training

All training and any information that is to be disseminated MUST be either 1) per established policy, process, procedure, or practice; or, 2) reviewed, finalized and approved by appropriate BPA federal personnel.

Inspection / IT Testing

Processes and procedures MUST ensure Federal personnel review inspection findings and CFTE recommendations before acceptance or rejection of material(s) / item(s).

HR Support

CFTE may assist with HR functions per established procedures, processes and guidelines (e.g., timekeeping).

ALL work products MUST be reviewed and finalized by appropriate federal employees.

Policy Development

BPA s process for Policy development includes multiple levels of federal review prior to acceptance / adoption.

Interpretation of Policy/Regulations

ONLY BPA federal employees MAY determine the applicability and interpretation of regulations.

CFTE are not permitted to interpret regulations for or on behalf of BPA. Regulations are interpreted by federal personnel and communicated via standards, guides, policies and processes.

Representing BPA

Contract workers are required to identify themselves and their employer in signature blocks, in introductions and have a nameplate outside their cubicle.

CFTE MUST receive written VP approval to represent BPA at outside events, such as workshops, seminars or conferences.

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