Power Systems Electrical Engineer

2 weeks ago

Vancouver, Washington, United States Bonneville Power Full time


Position Overview
This role is situated within Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), specifically in the Transmission Grid Modeling (TPMG) sector. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in the upkeep of BPA's System Electrical Data (SED).

Key Responsibilities
As an Electrical Engineer, your duties will include:

  • Calculating transmission line impedance parameters, including resistance, reactance, susceptance, and conductance.
  • Determining parameters for shunt capacitors, shunt reactors, series capacitors, and series reactors.
  • Calculating transformer impedances and identifying database inputs for SED uploads.
  • Collaborating with Grid Modelers to ensure the precision of parameters utilized in power flow base cases.
  • Creating, updating, and managing content on the SED SharePoint site, including documents, diagrams, and reports.
  • Providing insights and suggestions for the enhancement of BPA SED software tools, including proposing revisions and new tools.

Employment Conditions
This position is a temporary promotion, not exceeding one year, with the possibility of extension up to five years. Upon the conclusion of the promotion, the individual will revert to their original position or a comparable role.

Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be U.S. citizens and comply with Selective Service registration requirements. This position mandates physical presence at the designated worksite for a minimum of three days per pay period.

Qualifications
To qualify, candidates must possess:

  • A degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • Demonstrated specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service, specifically in advanced electrical engineering studies related to power transmission, distribution, or generation systems.

Work Environment
The role is primarily office-based, requiring occasional travel. The work environment is typically well-lit and climate-controlled.

Additional Information
BPA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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