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\nThis 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 Bonneville Power Administration (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.
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\nResponsibilities Include:
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\nUnder the guidance of a commissioning engineer or technician, perform testing of substation equipment, primarily power circuit breakers, transformers, and static capacitors.
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\nThis 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.
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\nWith 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).
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\nWith 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.
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\nOperate computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks under the direction of a BPA Lead Engineer.
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\nGather information for BPA Lead Engineer to create electrical drawings, reports, and calculations to support the engineering solutions for electrical systems.
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\nAssist BPA lead engineer with coordinating construction, installation, maintenance, support, documentation, or testing activities to maintain compliance with specifications, codes, and customer requirements.
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\nWith assistance and approval by the BPA Lead Engineer, perform detailed calculations to compute and establish construction, and installation standards and specifications.
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\nAssist 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.
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\nPerform troubleshooting and provide on-site technical support to craft/customer personnel in the field, as directed.
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\nWork with BPA design staff during engineering phase to understand design philosophy and provide field information/valid requirements.
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\nApply diversified knowledge of engineering principles/practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields.
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\nWith 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.
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\nMark 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.
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\nThis position is NOT open to Foreign Nationals.
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\nPublic Trust is not required.
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\nThis position is based in Vancouver, WA or Salem, OR but will be 100% traveling.
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\nNo Certs, No Medical Monitoring
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\nSkills:
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\nElectrical, Electrical engineering, Electrical design
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\nTop Skills Details:
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\nElectrical,Electrical engineering
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\nAdditional Skills & Qualifications:
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\nRequired Education & Corresponding Experience
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\nBachelor's degree in engineering (from an ABET* accredited school) is required.
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\nCandidates 3 months from graduation will be considered. Proof of degree may be requested after graduation.
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\nNote: *ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology)
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\n6 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.
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\nProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
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\nPreferred Skills & Experience:
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\nTraining or experience in Power Systems Engineering sufficient to allow knowledge development of design standards through on-the-job training.
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\nThe intent is for the Engineer to review and correct Controls, RAS and Metering, and Protective Relay Design
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\nDemonstrated ability to read and understand electrical prints: one-lines, wiring diagrams, and schematics to determine how the protection and control systems operate.
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\nExperience Level:
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\nIntermediate Level
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\nWe reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.
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\nEligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:
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\n+ Medical, Dental & Vision
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\n+ 401(k)/Roth
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\n+ Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D
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\n+ Short and long-term disability
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\n+ HSA & DCFSA
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\n+ Transportation benefits
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\n+ Employee Assistance Program
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\n+ Company Paid Time off or State Sick Leave
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\nAbout Actalent
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\nActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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\n Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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\nAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
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\n+ Hiring diverse talent
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\n+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
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\n+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
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\n+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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\nThe company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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\nIf you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options. ","datePosted":"2024-09-14","applicantLocationRequirements":{"@type":"Country","name":"United States"},"hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Actalent","sameAs":"http://actalentservices.com"},"employmentType":["FULL-TIME","CONTRACTOR"],"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Vancouver","addressRegion":"WA","postalCode":"98661","addressCountry":"United States"}}}
Actalent • Vancouver, WA 98661 • Posted 10 days ago
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This full-time, contract Electrical Engineer position at Actalent involves facilitating on-site engineering and project assistance for substation construction projects. The role includes performing testing and energization of communications and control equipment in high voltage electrical substations, recommending modifications, and supporting the design, implementation, maintenance, and improvement of electrical systems across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions, connecting companies with experts in various industries. They offer a wide range of engineering and sciences services, tailored to meet each client's unique needs, in industries like aerospace, defense, consumer products, life sciences, transportation, utilities, and construction. Actalent believes in the power of people and focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion while providing rewarding career opportunities.
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