Electrical Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our team as a Power Systems Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for performing a variety of journeyman-level electrician duties for industrial facilities and equipment associated with dams, hydroelectric power plants, and related facilities.

Responsibilities

Performs skilled journeyman electrician work involving troubleshooting, assembling, maintaining, installing, adjusting, and repairing heavy industrial electrical equipment, including power, distribution, and instrument transformers, generators, switchboards, circuit breakers, HY AC systems, communication systems, and elevators.

Performs hydroelectric power plant operations including starting, stopping, switching, hazardous energy control, and load/voltage control.

Operates and uses a variety of equipment, tools, and machinery such as electrical analyzing equipment, conduit benders, pipe threaders, pneumatic tools, impact wrenches, forklifts, motorized man-lifts, a variety of cranes, and light trucks.

Requirements

You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.

You must be suitable for federal employment, determined by a background investigation.

This position requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience and training.

A minimum of 2 years of experience in electrical engineering or a related field is required.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of electrical safety practices, principles of electrical theory, and experience with electrical drawings and designs.

Working Conditions

The work is accomplished in and around dams, power plants, and related facilities with exposure to high levels of noise, moving parts, hazardous materials, and electrical hazards.

Work is also performed outside under prevailing weather and terrain conditions.

Some work assignments are performed in confined spaces, closed and restricted quarters, and at substantial heights.

Salary Information

The estimated annual salary for this position is $90,000 - $120,000 depending on location and qualifications.

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