Electrical Engineer

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Rufus, OR

10d

About The Position

Serves as a technical expert at a multi-purpose hydroelectric facility in the Engineering and Contracts Section. Responsible for a variety of functions in support of the large hydropower plant, fish passage systems, navigation lock, and spillway.

Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license at the time of appointment.
• Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or a degree with specific coursework in calculus and five of seven specified engineering science areas.
• Alternatively, a combination of education and experience that demonstrates a thorough knowledge of physical and mathematical sciences underlying engineering, and a good understanding of engineering sciences and techniques, evidenced by professional registration, passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, or specific academic coursework.
• One year of specialized experience at the GS-12 level, including modifying designs for power generation systems, generating cost estimates for modifications, and advising on the design and installation of digital and analog relay control systems.
• US Citizens
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Requires a 1-year probationary period.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot unusual circumstances, locate problems, formulate plans of action, develop precedents, identify and define requirements, design new or modifications.
• Analyze complex electrical engineering problems and develop cost-effective and viable solutions.
• Evaluate alternatives, considering all factors such as technical, environmental, fisheries, and economic concerns; and recommend the best course of action.
• Design modifications to existing power generation systems.
• Integrate state-of-the-art technology into the evaluation of existing power generation systems.
• Design, specify, and supervise installation of digital and analog equipment to control all dam systems.
• Provide technical support for the Data Acquisition and Control system for software and hardware.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Federal employees and their families have access to a range of benefits designed to make their federal career very rewarding.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations.
• Advanced-in-Hire, Enhanced Leave Accrual, Student Loan Repayment, and/or Recruitment/Relocation incentive MAY be authorized if determined to be in the best interest of the government.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level