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Electrical Engineer
Bonneville Power Administration · Posted 8 days ago
On-site Vancouver, WA $130K – $158K Apply by Jun 27, 2026 Electrical Engineering INTJISTJISTP Engineering
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This position is within the Bonneville Power Administration's (BPA) Information Technology, Grid Ops Application Services, System Development and Support team. As a lead Electrical Engineer, you will manage critical projects for the computer systems that control our power grid. We need your expertise to design and integrate innovative solutions that ensure the reliability and security of the Pacific Northwest's energy infrastructure, directly impacting the region's power supply.
What You'll Do
- →Power the Future of the Pacific Northwest At Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), our mission is to provide an adequate, efficient, and reliable power supply to the Pacific Northwest.
- →We are seeking a visionary Electrical Engineer to lead the evolution of the critical computer systems that control our regional power grid.
- →In this role, you will be at the forefront of designing, developing, and integrating the complex systems that ensure the lights stay on for millions.
- →This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise to safeguard and advance our region's energy future, making a tangible impact on our communities and the environment.
- →As a technical leader and project manager, you will be empowered to: Lead Critical Infrastructure Projects: Serve as the project manager and technical lead for the design, development, and integration of the large-scale, real-time computer systems that form the backbone of our grid operations.
- →Pioneer Innovative Solutions: Apply cutting-edge theories and new technological developments to solve unique and novel challenges, significantly advancing our standard practices and grid control techniques.
- →Shape Future Technology: Evaluate the latest developments in the computing and power utility industries, recommending and incorporating new technologies to ensure BPA remains a leader in cost-effective and reliable power delivery.
- →Architect Complex Systems: In collaboration with a skilled team, develop detailed technical specifications and functional requirements for control center computer systems, including key aspects like scheduling, backup, and recovery.
- →Drive Strategic Planning: Represent your team in long-range planning for our real-time control center systems, making key recommendations for projects that meet BPA's current and future operational needs.
- →Serve as a Technical Authority: Act as the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative, writing and reviewing work orders, monitoring contractor performance, and evaluating products to ensure our high standards are met.
- →Analyze and Mitigate System Impacts: Critically review and analyze proposed changes for their impact on project schedules, costs, and functionality, as well as their potential effect on the stability of the broader Bulk Electric System.
- →Collaborate Across the Industry: Serve as a key technical liaison between BPA and a wide range of external partners, including technology vendors, other utilities, government agencies, and research institutions, to facilitate technical exchange and coordinate project objectives.
Requirements
- ✓In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire.
- ✓Answer to these questions is not scored or rated.
- ✓Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically.
- ✓You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully.
- ✓Key Requirements: You must be a United States Citizen.
- ✓This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
- ✓Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements.
- ✓You will be required to report in person to the official duty location.
- ✓Conditions of Employment: 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.
- ✓May be required to serve as Contracting Officers Representative for BPA grants and agreements; this duty includes additional training and certification.
- ✓This position has been designated as requiring a PUBLIC TRUST background.
- ✓A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work.
- ✓Current Federal employees or other individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check.
- ✓This vacancy has a positive education requirement.
Personality Fit
Job ID: 4780dd1b-6c2d-4b75-bb85-53a3ce9bf9f3
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