POSITION PURPOSE
The entry-level Electrical Engineer I position is an integral part of Basin Electric’s system protection team, dedicated to learning and contributing to the reliability and efficiency of our electrical grid. By immersing themselves in power system protection, relay coordination, and control strategies, they actively support initiatives to strengthen critical infrastructure, minimize downtime, and enhance the overall performance of our power utility system. Moreover, they have the opportunity to grow and develop under the guidance of experienced professionals, setting the foundation for a successful career in the field.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Complete daily Transmission Availability Reports (TAR), detailing Basin Electric equipment and line outages and operations, and gather data related to protection system operations for the purpose of determining correct or incorrect operations and for completion of Protection System Operation Analysis Reports (PSOAR).
- Compile quarterly Transmission Availability Data System (TADS) reports.
- Complete North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Misoperations Information Data Analysis System (MIDAS) and North American Transmission Forum (NATF) misoperation reports.
- Assist with the maintenance of the database for ASPEN Oneliner fault analysis software.
- Assist with the development or modification of new or existing protective relay settings.
- Assist with the completion of projects involving revenue meter replacement and revenue meter additions.
- Work with field and drafting personnel to complete record drawings, while providing quality control of record drawings by drawing modification content and determining whether other drawings are affected by field modifications.
- Perform all work in compliance with NERC CIP (Critical Infrastructure Protection), PRC (Protection and Control), and FAC (Facilities Design, Connections, and Maintenance) standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree from an Engineering Accreditation Commission/Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET) accredited electrical engineering program.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Occasional travel required.
This position is identified as a Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) related position, which may involve physical and/or logical access to Bulk Electric System (BES) cyber-related assets or systems. This position may involve access to privileged information relating to such assets or systems. Applicants for this position will be required to meet applicable CIP eligibility requirements to be hired, and employees in this position must strictly adhere to all Basin Electric policies, procedures, and programs applicable to CIP requirements.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
This position requires frequent sitting; and occasional standing, walking, bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching, crawling, use of keyboard/computer, pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds, and lifting/carrying more than 50 pounds. Requires finger dexterity, good hearing and vision, and the ability to perform close work. Occasionally works in conditions of dirt/dust, fumes, chemicals, extreme heat and cold, vibration, noise, poor ventilation, electrical risks, and confined areas. May be required to occasionally work at heights up to 50 feet, which requires the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI Z359 standards. The incumbent must be respirator qualified. Equipment operated includes computers, various control devices, electrical test equipment, and normal shop tools.
KEY SKILLS
- Technical knowledge of electrical engineering principles and practices.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient with personal computers and Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Able to analyze data/reports and conduct research; implement recommendations; develop plans, procedures, and goals; and present information to others.
- May be required to work under pressure due to conflicting priorities and deadlines.