Engineer I, II, Or Senior - Control - Temporary

Control Engineer Job Opportunity

Idaho Power — headquartered in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a Control Engineer to join our Planning, Engineering and Construction team. It's an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we're working hard to safely provide our customers with the safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on.

What does a Control Engineer do for us? They design electric power system distribution, transmission, generation, instrumentation, protection and controls, communication systems, EMS/SCADA, cable management, and metering systems. They also:

• Plan and lead projects, assignments, and technical investigations
• Act as a liaison between other departments and organizations
• Evaluate progress and results, and recommend changes in procedures
• Exercise moderate technical judgment in decision-making and independent action
• Are responsible for budgeting, financial accountability, and timelines on assigned projects
• Utilize industry and discipline related knowledge to interpret and comply with regulations as required by NERC, FERC, WECC, EPA, NESC, OSHA, FCC, etc.
• Are responsible for electrical design of station capital projects including the scoping, design, and engineering support of substation controls, instrumentation, local service, and other ancillary tasks, project quality control, and construction support
• Integrate controls, protective relays, SCADA, communication equipment, and station apparatus into a complete drawing set for issue to Idaho Power internal crews and contractors for construction

In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.

A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Knowledge of general engineering principles
• Control engineering, utilities, and their business environment
• Power system analysis and programs
• Substation operations and test equipment
• Protective relay applications
• Transformers, capacitors, reactors, and control systems
• Battery Energy Storage Systems
• Instrument transformers
• Communications theory
• Skills in troubleshooting, interdisciplinary skills, communication, both oral and written, computers and software use, producing technical reports, substation control engineering and design
• Ability to manage and coordinate projects, establish and maintain effective working relationships, work both independently and on project teams, develop alternatives and work with others to evaluate their value and potential for meeting company needs, analyze datasets and databases, draft written and oral reports of problems, alternatives, and recommendations

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution OR Bachelor in Engineering from a non-ABET accredited institution and a P.E. license
• Preferred: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution
• Experience: Engineer I – 0-2 years related experience Engineer II – 2 or more years of related experience Senior Engineer – 6 years of related engineering experience OR 5 years of related engineering experience plus PE or advanced engineering degree, and 3 years in the area of expertise Preferred: Engineer I/II – Engineer in Training (EIT) designation Senior Engineer – 3 years in the area of expertise and/or Professional Engineer (PE), leadership experience
• Licenses & Certifications: Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Travel with out-of-town stays may be required
• Senior Engineer: For internal candidates, must have 6 months or greater at Engineer II level, Step 13

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This is an office position with occasional field work, it requires working at a desk/computer for extended periods of time. It requires the use of office equipment, fine motor skills including typing on the computer, dialing phones, filing paper, and working in close proximity to other people. There may be occasional lifts of no more than 10 lbs. Walking on even/uneven surfaces and ascents/descents, up to 5 miles daily, squatting, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lying at ground level is performed for extended intervals up to a full shift. Driving is required to perform work throughout the IPC territory (3-7 hours). The above is a summary of the primary essential functions of the position. This job may require the performance of additional tasks assigned by company leaders or management.

Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to Human Resources.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Temporary employees are eligible to apply for internal job postings. Internal, regular employees who are successful candidates will be placed as regular employees in a Temporary Duty Assignment job classification. In order for your current position to be held for your return, qualified employees must have supervisory approval to participate and have been in their current position for at least six months.

Competencies: Adaptability, Building Partnerships, Communication, Decision Making, Planning and Organizing, Work Standards

Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws.