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This Electronics Engineer 3 position is in the Operations Technology (J), Control Center Communications Operations (JTO) organization in the Information Services (J) business line of Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). This position works within a team and provides engineering expertise for the integration and operation and maintenance of mission critical Control Center (CC) Systems, as well as the monitoring and management systems required for ongoing support.

Responsibilities

+ Support Transmission Technology and Operations Technology in the integrations and monitoring of existing and new Telecommunication devices by running reports through JTO Solarwinds, Telenium, and transport telecommunication management systems, like Nokia NSP and Ciena Blue Planet.

+ Work with Power Systems Control (PSC) Lead Engineers and project managers to identify network administrative tasks by assisting with coordination within the project and helping to execute tasks for assigned projects (i.e. timelines, device integration, running reports, generating step plans, etc.).

+ Engage in and support the integration of new equipment and procedures into the Control Center (CC) environment; and assist with Operations & Maintenance (O&M) standards development. Collaborate with Planning, Design, Construction, and field maintenance organizations to understand specific engineering tasks so the proper scope can be brought back to JTO Management in developing and completing telecommunication projects.

+ Support technical team in configurations and integrations of local and wide area data networks with mission critical reliability requirements and the required support systems.

+ Draft and maintain network, NERC/CIP and FISMA documentation

+ Create database script automation and visualizations with Power BI, Alarm/Management Systems, layer 2 and layer 3 network concepts

+ Perform Cisco networking in large high availability Lan/WAN network environments, Packet Transport Systems (PTS) and Automatic Fiber Management Systems (AFMS). Interpret functional and non-functional requirements of projects and recommend overall system configurations.

+ Partition system configuration and integration tasks and provide recommendations to the BPA manager, PM, team lead, or other appropriate personnel regarding team member assignments.

+ Review team’s work for completeness and accuracy before integration into overall system as requested.

+ Provide coordination and assist with configuration and integration efforts for the implementation of projects for BPA’s Field Sites and CC locations.

+ Develop, validate, and execute test and Operations & Maintenance procedures to be published for compliance.

+ Provide clear technical documentation for all assigned projects.

+ Develop and deliver comprehensive training for assigned systems, encompassing initial instruction, annual refreshers, and updates on new features and functionalities. This training will be supported by thoroughly documented materials. Report all project status updates to the Workload Coordinator, including reporting when job assignments are complete. Provide measurable goals, metrics, checklists, Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs), and punch lists for assigned project(s) to validate all in scope requirements are met.

+ Represent JTO in internal BPA technical work groups, related to equipment specifications, maintenance standards and procedures, new systems/equipment requirements and evaluation, as requested.

+ Represent and serve as the operations subject matter resource on technology teams involving assigned systems and equipment.

+ Create, draft, and recommend policies, procedures, standards, and plans for new technology based on operational equipment in gathering performance data.

+ Serve as a system trouble-shooter and notify maintenance personnel of operational problems, the impact of those problems on power system operation, and the relative urgency for repair of the problem.

+ Attend technical work groups and communicate information gathered from the groups to others to coordinate a wholistic group strategy, as requested.

+ Perform daily checks for health of the servers, trouble shoot device failures, synchronize servers, add/remove devices, ensure database integrity, and run reports.

+ Work safely and demonstrate safety awareness practices to JTO group as requested.

+ Mark 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.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering (from an ABET accredited school) is required.

+ 10 years of experience and knowledge of computer network and systems concepts, principals, and practices applicable to components and facilities found on a regional transmission system is required.

+ 5 years of experience in the following:

+ Project teams developing computer and / or network systems.

+ Telecom/Network systems engineering principles and concepts with minimal guidance.

+ Experience reviewing and evaluating design packages (including drawings, material certifications, and submittals) for conformance to the design specifications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ 5 years of Carrier Ethernet/MPLS and/or network systems programming/troubleshooting experience.

+ Network Telecommunications experience in LAN/WAN network environments to include testing new and existing telecommunications management systems such as Solarwinds, -Telenium, Nokia NSP, and Linux based operating system to support the integration of Control Center projects.

+ The systems encountered in this position are digital systems that monitor and control devices from the central stations. Familiarity and experience with these systems:

+ Knowledge about leading project teams developing computer and / or network systems, evaluating design packages for conformance to the design specifications, about engineering design, project management principles and concepts to include following formal configuration, change management processes, telecom, and routed networks.

+ Knowledge of technical project coordination to include security controls testing with routers and other Layer 3 to Layer 7 security devices, technical evaluation of control systems and telecom technologies.

+ Knowledge of project schedule and structure development concepts as they relate to large high availability WANs, telecom, transport, control, and -48VDC power systems, knowledge of best practice test plan development for project certification.

+ Experience in maintaining Central Authentication Authorization & Account (AAA) systems, like Cisco ISE, (including daily checks for health of servers, trouble shoot servers, synchronization between servers, adding/removing devices, and database integrity), backend authentication one time password RSA (Remote Server Access) Key server.

Work Environment

The Control Center Communication Operations is responsible for the operation and maintenance of BPA's telecommunication infrastructure at Control Centers. The environment is slower-paced with somewhat flexible hours and a business casual dress code. The role requires independent work, often involving waiting for approvals and is deadline-driven.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Vancouver, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility 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. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Vancouver,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2025.

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