Substation Electrical Consultant

2 weeks ago


Happy Valley, United States Actalent Full time
Position Overview:

This role is focused on engaging an Electrical Engineer to provide expert consulting services within the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA).


Job Responsibilities:

The Electrical Engineer will be integrated into the Test and Energization (TETC) division, part of the Commissioning and Testing (TET) group within the Transmission Services (T) sector of BPA.

The primary function involves offering on-site engineering and project support for substation construction initiatives. This includes:

  • Conducting testing and energization of communication and control systems in high voltage substations, radio stations, and control centers.
  • Recommending enhancements and modifications to existing installations across BPA systems.

Key Duties Include:

Under the mentorship of a senior commissioning engineer or technician, the engineer will:

  • Perform tests on substation equipment, including power circuit breakers, transformers, and static capacitors.
  • Verify critical parameters such as CT/PT ratios, transformer impedance, and insulation voltage withstand tests.
  • Support the testing of Substation Control equipment, including Protective Relaying and SCADA systems.
  • Assist in the design and maintenance of electrical instruments and systems.
  • Utilize engineering software to assist in engineering tasks as directed.
  • Gather necessary information to aid in the creation of electrical drawings and reports.
  • Collaborate with the BPA lead engineer to ensure compliance with specifications and codes.
  • Conduct inspections of completed installations to ensure adherence to design and safety standards.
  • Provide troubleshooting and technical support in the field as required.

Qualifications:

To be considered for this position, candidates must possess:

  • A Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
  • A minimum of 6 months of experience in electrical engineering principles relevant to regional transmission systems.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Skills:

Experience or training in Power Systems Engineering is advantageous, as well as the ability to interpret electrical prints and schematics.


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