Electrical Engineer 2

First Tek, Inc.

Vancouver, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Adobe Flash, Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Asset Management, Billing, Budgeting, Computer Security, Conferences, Construction, Consulting, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Modeling, Documentation, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Utility, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Ergonomics, FISMA - Federal Information Security Management Act, Failure Analysis, Federal Contracts, Federal Laws and Regulations, First Aid, Government, Hand Tools, Hazard Analysis, Hazardous Materials/Substances, High Voltage (HV), IRC (Internet Relay Chat), Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Interpret Regulations, Maintain Compliance, Material Moving, Materials Analysis, Metrics, Needs Assessment, Negotiation Skills, On Site Support, Organizational Development/Management, PCI, Performance Reviews, Policy Development, Power Protection, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Development, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Product Reviews, Project Evaluation, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Submissions, Reimbursement, Requirements Management, Research Skills, Resource Management, Risk, Risk Management, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety Systems, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Seminars, Simulation, Software Evaluation, Staff Training, Standards Development, Statement of Work (SOW), Surveillance, System Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Analysis, Systems Maintenance, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Program, Testing, Time Management, Training/Teaching, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Vehicle Driving, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Work From Home

LOCATION

Vancouver, WA

POSTED

2 days ago

API_EE2-SPC_TEZP_20260625_CORA.docx

*** | SUPPLEMENTAL LABOR MANAGEMENT OFFICE

ADDITIONAL PROCUREMENT INFORMATION (API)

Title & Level

Electrical Engineer 2

Work Group Location

Vancouver, WA

Specialty

System Protection Control (SPC)/Transmission Systems

Offsite Work Eligibility*

Situational Telework

Organization

TEZP

Number of Days Onsite

5 days per Week

Hours

Full-Time, up to 40 hours

Additional Information

Overtime

0% anticipated

On-Call

No

Travel

Up to 10% for meetings

FN Status

NOT open to Foreign Nationals

* Current telework, remote work and onsite support is based on BPA s business needs and is subject to change or termination at any time.

** Assignments with the Remote Designation must reside in WA, OR, ID or MT. Case-by-case exceptions may apply only when in the best interest of BPA.

OVERVIEW

Assignment

This Electrical Engineer 2 position is located in Vancouver. WA and will work in the Protection, Control & Instrumentation (TEZP) group within the Transmission Engineering & Technical Services (TE) branch of the *** (BPA). This position will provide Electrical Engineering expertise and support for the myriad of TEZP functions.

Organization

Protection, Control & Instrumentation responsibilities include support of substation PCI equipment by resolving technical problems, malfunction and failure analysis, developing action plans for systemic issues, providing technical guidance for spare parts management and providing engineering analysis for equipment and materials in support of maintenance and construction. Other responsibilities include technical services in support of PCI equipment, guidance and direction on PCI equipment application, fault studies, relay setting optimization, assuring uniform applications of technical policies and procedures defined by standards and guides, and analyzing equipment health and risk using asset data and asset management methodology. Provides technical input to planning and design functions for the development of end-of-life replacements, conceptual designs, estimates, and final plans of service. Additional responsibilities include determining configuration and application for PCI equipment, managing system modeling data for protective relaying coordination; evaluating equipment performance and safety, investigating equipment failures and determining necessary actions, and initiating equipment design changes necessary for compliance with safety and reliability standards. Other services provided are determining minimum emergency stocking levels for PCI equipment, participation in accident reviews, technical leadership of the SPC functional team, subject matter expert input for the content of BPA work standards and maintenance standards, reporting for Western Electric Coordinating Council (WECC) and North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), external customer support, technical training for field work force technical support for training of trainee and journeyman craftsmen, and providing a wide range of analytical services for application of PCI equipment. These services include expert analysis, consultation, and troubleshooting support for complex protective relaying problems in the field, asset management and reliability based maintenance support, coordination of equipment and spare parts, managing fault analysis modeling data and software user, evaluation and quality assurance testing of sample protection and control equipment, and specialized testing via real time digital simulation.

ASSIGNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Note: All official drafts, documents and recommendations, as listed below, must be reviewed, finalized and approved / accepted by appropriate BPA manager or other federal personnel with the authority to do so.

Develop and review protective relay settings to verify compliance with PRC-023, PRC-025, PRC-026, and PRC-027 while maintaining sound system protection principles.

Work with field SPC to verify that relay settings are developed in compliance with PRC-023, PRC-025, PRC-026, and PRC-027 while maintaining sound system protection principles.

Perform system event analysis to identify and document cause of relay operations.

Use equipment to gather information for fault analysis, location determination, and proper operation of power system protection equipment during power system faults and disturbances.

Assist field SPC in performing system event analysis to identify and document cause of relay operations.

Develop or assist in developing processes for documenting and monitoring compliance with various NERC PRC Compliance Standards (PRC-023, PRC-025, PRC-026, PRC-027) and/or other protection related Standards.

Facilitate, monitor, and recommend improvements to BPA management approved processes for maintaining compliance with various NERC PRC Compliance Standards (PRC-023, PRC-025, PRC-026, PRC-027) and/or other protection related Standards.

Develop and coordinate submission of compliance documentation to WECC, NERC, FERC, or BPA s internal compliance department.

Review and assist with the clarification and application of future Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Western Electric Coordinating Council (WECC), or other regulatory agency policies, standards, directives, and guidelines applicable to electric utilities.

Participate and provide input on the development of new SPC Standards and guidelines, based on the needs defined by the SPC Functional team or TEZP.

Communicate BPA management approved NERC or other compliance-based processes and procedures to SPC field districts and provide training to assist management with implementation.

Develop or assist in the development of BPA mitigation plans to correct noncompliance with NERC PRC Standards and other standards.

Review new system protection and control designs and associated project requirement diagrams, evaluating diagrams based on system knowledge; present findings and provide recommendations for management consideration.

Analyze and evaluate model updates for the official BPA ASPEN model; present findings and provide recommendations for SME/management consideration.

Performs ASPEN Fault Studies to provide recommendations for numerous situations including; relay settings, bus fault values, portable protective grounds, ground mat resistance, and system black start capabilities.

With oversight and approval of BPA staff, provide technical advice and assistance to SPC Field and other BPA employees that is based on technical knowledge and proper application of SPC Compliance Standards.

With oversight and approval of BPA staff, provide SPC engineering guidance and assistance for relay settings and coordination studies in support of SPC.

As requested by the BPA Manager, may support special assignments related to System Protection Control work such as:

Developing test programs;

Developing trouble-shooting instructions;

Supporting other Compliance teams such as CIP or FISMA;

Developing and maintaining progress metrics;

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Corresponding Experience (required on matrix)

" A Bachelor s Degree in Electrical Engineering or other closely related Engineering field is required.

" Knowledge of engineering concepts, principles and practices applicable to components and facilities found on a regional transmission system

Required Technical Skills & Experience (required on matrix)

5 years work experience in electrical engineering with settings and configurations relating to specific high voltage protection, metering, or instrumentation equipment is required.

5 years experience with setting relays (voltages from 115 to 525kV), troubleshooting and setting protection equipment, and/or analyzing system disturbance reports.

Experience with FERC, NERC, or other regulatory agency policies, standards, directives, and guidelines applicable to electric utilities

Preferred Skills & Experience (optional on matrix)

5 years experience with power systems.

Proven ability to research a variety of data systems, design queries and overall missing data research.

Possess ability to effectively and professionally execute multiple work deliverables with varying and aggressive deadlines and/or responsibilities.

Experience with NERC PRC Standards.

Additional Requirements (not required on matrix)

Valid U.S. Driver s License is required.

Appendices

The following appendices apply to this assignment and may be downloaded from the Fieldglass Reference Library:

Offsite Work

Training Expectations (Worker is expected to keep current on the latest technologies and skills required for the assignment.)

Training Type

Details

Provided by

Asset Suite

BPA

Cascade

BPA

Resolver

BPA

Attendance at all conferences, workshops, training, etc. must be pre-approved by SLMO. Requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Approval is subject to the most current guidance provided to SLMO by BPA or DOE and is subject to change at any time. SLMO reserves the right to negotiate attendance on billable/non-billable hours and reimbursement of travel costs with the supplier. Reimbursable travel costs must adhere to the Federal Travel Regulations and be submitted via an expense sheet in Fieldglass.

CLOSELY ASSOCIATED RESPONSIBILITIES & REQUIRED ASSOCIATED MITIGATION MEASURES

The following is a list of potential inherently governmental risk areas and the measures that SLMO-Compliance has determined must be in place, via processes and procedures, to mitigate the associated risks. The BPA manager s acceptance of the API or CWSD serves as their attestation that all applicable mitigation measures listed below are or will be established and adhered to in their organization.

Area of potential Closely Associated / Inherently Government function

Mitigation Measures

Access to Confidential / Sensitive Information

CFTE must sign NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreements) at beginning of assignments. (Does not apply to Craft assignments)

CFTE must complete annual Information Security and Privacy Awareness training.

CFTE must complete and pass background investigations of an appropriate level.

Acquisition Planning / Source Selection

CFTE are not permitted to serve as voting members for acquisition selections.

All purchasing decisions must be made by appropriate federal personnel (Contracting Officers).

All acquisition documents (requirements,
SOW s, evaluation criteria, etc.) must be reviewed, finalized and approved by appropriate BPA federal personnel.

Only Contracting Officers are authorized to obligate BPA funds.

Agency / Org Planning

All drafts, documents, materials and recommendations must be reviewed, finalized and approved by appropriate BPA federal personnel.

Budget / Finance Prep

Only Federal Employees may determine budget priorities & allocations.

BFTE must control and finalize / approve all budgets and related documentation, including that for projects, programs and Organizations.

Contract Management

All Contractual documents, including invoices must be finalized / approved by appropriate Federal personnel.

All contract-related decisions (modifications, changes, performance) must be determined by appropriate federal personnel (COs).

Decision Making

CFTE may provide input and recommendations to decision-makers.

Only appropriate federal personnel may make decisions which obligate BPA resources or to a specific course of action.

Direction & Control
(directing BFTE)

CFTE are not permitted to direct the actions of federal employees (BFTE) or have any control or input into their performance.

Work of BFTE must be assigned by federal manager, supervisor, Program / Resource manager or another appropriate designee.

Disposing Govt. Property

All decisions regarding the disposal of BPA property must be made by appropriate federal personnel; and all property dispositions must be directed and controlled by the Investment Recovery Center (IRC).

Dissemination of Agency/Policy Information / Training

All training and any information that is to be disseminated must be either 1) per established policy, process, procedure, or practice; or, 2) reviewed, finalized and approved by appropriate BPA federal personnel.

Inspection / IT Testing

Processes and procedures must ensure Federal personnel review inspection findings and CFTE recommendations before acceptance or rejection of material(s) / item(s).

HR Support

CFTE may assist with HR functions per established procedures, processes and guidelines (e.g., timekeeping).

All work products must be reviewed and finalized by appropriate federal employees.

Policy Development

BPA s process for Policy development includes multiple levels of federal review prior to acceptance / adoption.

Interpretation of Policy/Regulations

Only BPA federal employees may determine the applicability and interpretation of regulations.

CFTE are not permitted to interpret regulations for or on behalf of BPA. Regulations are interpreted by federal personnel and communicated via standards, guides, policies and processes.

Representing BPA

Contract workers are required to identify themselves and their employer in signature blocks, in introductions and have a nameplate outside their cubicle.

CFTE must receive written VP approval to represent BPA at outside events, such as workshops, seminars or conferences.

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CFTE NON-CRAFT HIRING SAFETY TRAINING MATRIX

CONTRACT FULL TIME EQUIVALENT (CFTE)

NON-CRAFT HIRING SAFETY TRAINING MATRIX

Purpose:

The Contract Full Time Equivalent (CFTE) Hiring Safety Training Matrix is a hazard assessment for CFTE personnel routine tasks. It is intended to set a common understanding on training requirements between the CFTE personnel and the *** (BPA) managers/supervisors. BPA Requesting Managers should complete this form and coordinate with BPA Supplemental Labor Office during the procurement process to ensure the CFTE position includes a list of required trainings associated with identified tasks, conditions, and exposures. Each task, condition, and exposure indicate which training courses are required, who shall provide those trainings, and when those trainings shall occur.

This form is intended only as a reference document for contractors.

BPA Requesting Manager

(Last, First MI)

Richard Becker for Jason Schilling

Date

06/09/2026

CFTE Job Title

Electrical Engineer 2

Org

TEZP

PPE provided by Supplier or Contractor?

Yes No

White hard hat, Eye protection, Hand protection (gloves), Hearing protection, Respirator (must be fit tested and include medical certification allowing use of device), Footwear: ASTM F2413-11 with an EH Rating or ASTM F2413-18 with an I/C/EH Rating., Electrical and Arc-Flash protective clothing

Identify which Supplier or Contractor medical surveillance programs are required, if any*

Respirator User

Asbestos

Lead

Silica

Hearing Conservation

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No Medical Surveillance

*BPA Requesting Managers may use equivalent Job Title Position Hazard Assessments or project Job Hazard Analyses as indicators for which medical surveillance programs may be required. Direct any questions regarding medical surveillance program requirements to the BPA Industrial Hygienist, ***, or ***.

Instructions for BPA Requesting Manager: This template has been pre-populated with tasks and hazards generally associated with CFTE non-craft positions. BPA Requesting Managers must review this document during the CFTE procurement process. The BPA Requesting Manager will:

Select the checkbox next to each task/condition/exposure that may be encountered during the normal course of the assignment.

Identify if the mitigation for applicable tasks/conditions/exposures will be provided by BPA or the Contractor (supplier).

Indicate when the mitigation must occur (pre-hire, post-hire, pre-task).

Pre-Hire Training should be completed prior to the CFTE starting their assignment.

Post-Hire training should be completed prior to exposure to a hazardous environment and/or conducting work at a BPA worksite.

Pre-Task Training should be completed prior to conducting the associated task.

Once complete, the BPA Requesting Manager will send the completed document to the Supplemental Labor Management Office.

The listed tasks, conditions, and exposures are not all inclusive. New processes, unusual tasks, or equipment may trigger the need for specialized training. Consult with your local Safety Manager or BPA Safety Training Manager for guidance.

BPA provided safety training will be the same training provided to Federal Workers.

For the General Comments section, BPA Requesting Managers can list anything that was not already covered and provide clarification to the BPA COR to better understand the CFTE position. It may include tasks, conditions, and/or exposures that are unique to a particular position, work site, or person.

For more information on the PHA process/requirement, reference the Safety and Occupational Health Manual, Safety Management Systems Chapter.

Direct any questions regarding training requirements or issues related to this form to the BPA Safety Training Manager, ***, or ***.

Office & Remote Work/Telework Hazards

Task / Condition / Exposure

Required Training

Contractor (C) or BPA (B) Provided

Pre-Hire Training

Post-Hire Training

Pre-Task Training

Exposed to a fire in the building

BPA manager will advise of evacuation protocol and designated gathering location. Annual fire drills will be conducted.

B

Exposed to an earthquake while in the building

BPA manager will advise of evacuation protocol and designated gathering location.

B

Operating office tools (paper cutter, paper punch, staplers, etc.)

None Identified

Choose an item.

Task / Condition / Exposure

Required Training

Contractor (C) or BPA (B) Provided

Pre-Hire Training

Post-Hire Training

Pre-Task Training

Performing tasks that may result in repetitive motion injuries, prolonged sitting and computer use

Optional: SUFS Move Safe (HRMIS 016633)

B

Ergonomics

Recognize the hazards and know when it is appropriate to stretch and take breaks; ensure a proper desk, chair, and equipment adjusted at the appropriate level; ensure proper lighting. Any ergonomic assessment to be provided by the supplier.

B

Performing tasks that may result in slips, trips or falls such as carrying boxes and walking on stairs or slick surfaces

Review SOHM Chapter 9

Choose an item.

Optional: Slips, Trips & Falls Training (HRMIS 015076)

Choose an item.

Adding electronic devices that were not previously part of the home (monitors, chargers, computing equipment, etc.)

None Identified. On-the-job familiarization (if using BPA-issued equipment).

Choose an item.

Travel / Field Operation Hazards

Task / Condition / Exposure

Required Training

Contractor (C) or BPA (B) Provided

Pre-Hire Training

Post-Hire Training

Pre-Task Training

Driving vehicles on public and/or non-public roads

Review SOHM Chapter 19

B

Defensive/Distracted Driving (HRMIS 017057)

B

Worker operates forklifts

Forklift Certification

Choose an item.

Worker operates a fire extinguisher

Fire Extinguisher Use

Choose an item.

Worker operates hand tools

None Identified

Choose an item.

Worker uses personal protective equipment

Personal Protective Equipment

C

Worker may be exposed to shock and arc-flash hazard

Shock & Arc Flash Awareness

B

Shock & Arc Flash Basic

Choose an item.

Shock & Arc Flash Advanced / Refresher

Choose an item.

Worker may contact but will not disturb Asbestos Containing Material (ACM) or Potentially Asbestos Containing Material (PACM) 2

Asbestos Awareness

Choose an item.

Worker required to work in remote areas where bear encounters may take place

Bear Pepper Spray Training

Choose an item.

Worker exposed to rodent and bird droppings1

Biological/Vermin/Hanta Virus

Choose an item.

Worker exposed to hot and/or cold environments

None Identified

Choose an item.

Task / Condition / Exposure

Required Training

Contractor (C) or BPA (B) Provided

Pre-Hire Training

Post-Hire Training

Pre-Task Training

Worker exposed to chemicals, such as herbicides or pesticides;

Herbicide Cert. Ref. 4-hr

Choose an item.

Herb Certification 8-hr

Choose an item.

Hazardous Communication

Choose an item.

Worker exposed to lead2

Lead Awareness

Choose an item.

Lead Worker Training

Choose an item.

Worker exposed to mercury

None Identified

Choose an item.

Worker exposed to noise2

Hearing Conservation (Initial)

Hearing Conservation (Annual)

Choose an item.

Worker exposed to silica2

Silica - Awareness

Choose an item.

Worker works at heights higher than 4

Fall Protection, Awareness

Choose an item.

Fall Protection, General

Choose an item.

Fall Protection, Advanced

Choose an item.

Ladder Safety

Choose an item.

Fall Protection, Advanced (TLM)

Choose an item.

Worker is required to take first aid and may be called on to render first aid for: workers on high voltage lines and/or equipment; worker works in remote areas

First Aid/CPR/AED

(Red Cross or AHA Accredited)

Required only if specified in the API

Choose an item.

Worker performs work alone in remote areas

Wilderness Adv. First Aid

Choose an item.

Worker may prepare, transport or receive hazardous materials

DOT 1: Introduction, Classification, and the Hazardous Materials Table

DOT 2: Packaging, Labeling, Marking, and Placarding

DOT 3: Shipping Papers

DOT 4: Loading and Storage

DOT: Security for Shipment of Hazardous Materials

Hazardous Materials: Shipping Lithium Batteries under DOT Exemptions

DOT Hazardous Material Awareness for the General Hazmat Employee

Choose an item.

1 BPA workplace manager to review Hantavirus Prevention Procedure 420-240-1 before performing task.

2 These exposures may require enrollment in a Medical Surveillance Program. Ensure page 1 is marked accordingly.

Other Specific Hazards

Task / Condition / Exposure

Required Training

Contractor (C) or BPA (B) Provided

Pre-Hire Training

Post-Hire Training

Pre-Task Training

SAMPLE: Worker may make infrequent visits to field locations or substations

Worker complete the PPE assessment in the SOHM to determine need for PPE such as hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety vests, Arc Flash clothing or steel-toed boots.

B

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General Comments

BPA Requesting Manager Comments/Additional Considerations:

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