Senior Power Systems Engineer

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Power Systems Engineer to work in our Infrastructure Security department. Our team works in person with potential hybrid opportunities with a 9x80 schedule located out of our Critical Infrastructure Protection and Resilience (UB4) facility with offices and abs on our Idaho Falls campus with every other Friday off.

You will participate in state-of-the-art grid technology advancements within the sub-discipline of electrical engineering that deals with power systems, specifically electric power transmission and distribution, power conversion, and electromechanical devices. You will report to the manager for our Infrastructure Security department manager.

Responsibilities Include:

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  Select, apply, and integrate engineering principles, theories, concepts, and technologies with complex engineered systems.

  
  
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  Alone or in collaboration with others, design, plan, coordinate, implement, and share projects.

  
  
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  Prepare and contribute to technical reports, publications, and presentations at national technical meetings and project reviews with program sponsors.

  
  
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  Determine or approve the technical approach for the development and testing of engineered solutions using existing latest or newly created technologies.

  
  
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  Lead organizational reviews of requirements, designs, codes, and documentation for internal and external customers.

  
  
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  Develop and implement ideas for project teams to produce proposals for new work including joint projects with industry. Develop physics-based mathematical models of mechanical, chemical, and electrical systems to support and verify design.

  
  
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  Develop physics-based mathematical models of mechanical, chemical, and electrical systems to support and verify design.

  
  

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  Collaborate and partner with other government agencies, academia, and private sector companies to achieve project goals.

  
  
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  Maintain technical skills and other capabilities to support the INL mission. Stay informed about developments in industry and maintain skills and contribute to the development of new principles.

  
  
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  Develop design documentation, maintenance and configuration of power systems, and research and development of advanced power control or measurement techniques.

  
  
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  Apply engineering principles to monitor and evaluate condition and operational performance of power infrastructure, recommendation of maintenance standards and procedures, identification of vendor data parts, and planning for upgrades.

  
  
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  Apply engineering principles to the development of operational power systems and may include the development of software and hardware.

  
  
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  Research and development activities including the advancement of power measurement or control techniques, such as state estimation or automated metering, for improving the security, efficiency and reliability of the power system infrastructure.

  
  
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  Mentor junior staff and look for opportunities to involve them in current projects.

  
  

Ideal Candidate:

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  Ability to perform independent research and methods development.

  
  
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  Demonstrated technical understanding, research collaborations, and professional recognition in relevant field is required. This can be demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications, patents, technical reports, or other forms of professional recognition.

  
  
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  Expertise in power systems, data management, and configuration management. Applies expertise in application of principles, theories, and concepts in development of complex power systems.

  
  
• This position closes on: 10/15/24

Minimum Requirements:

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  Level 3: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or directly related field and 5 years of experience or a Master's degree in electrical engineering or directly related field and 2 years of experience

  
  
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  Level 4: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or directly related field and 9 years of experience or a Master's degree in electrical engineering or directly related field and 6 years of experience.

  
  
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  This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

  
  

Job Information:

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  The pay range for this position is: Level 3 ($91,008 - $186,588) / Level 4 ($109,260 - $223,908). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials. Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.

  
  
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  You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.

  
  
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  TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

  
  
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  Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

  
  

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

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