Power Systems Engineer

Job Description

Idaho Laboratory is hiring a Power Systems Engineer to work in our Power and Energy Systems department. Our team works a 9x80 schedule in Idaho Falls with every other Friday off. Power System Engineers participate in research and development. You will be part of the INL Nuclear Nexus and you will report to the Senior Manager of the Power and Energy Systems department. Responsibilities Include:

• Select, apply, and integrate engineering principles, theories, concepts, and technologies with complex engineered systems.
• Alone or in collaboration with others, design, plan, coordinate, implement, and disseminate projects.
• Prepare and contribute to technical reports, publications, and presentations at technical meetings and project reviews with program sponsors.
• Determine or approve the technical approach for the development and testing of engineered solutions using existing new or newly created technologies.
• Participate in reviews of requirements, designs, codes, and documentation for internal and external customers.
• 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.
• Collaborate and partner with other government agencies, academia, and private sector companies to achieve project goals.
• Maintain technical skills and other capabilities to support the INL mission.
• Stay up to date with developments in industry and maintain skills and contribute to the development of new principles.
• Develop design documentation, maintenance and configuration of power systems, and research and development of advanced power control or measurement techniques.
• Create ideas for new proposals and business development opportunities.
• Prepare drawings, calculations, and specifications for power systems.
• 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.
• Apply engineering principles to the development of operational power systems and may include the development of software and hardware.
• 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.
• Mentor junior staff and look for opportunities to involve them in current projects.

Qualifications:Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's and 5 years of experience. Master's and 2 years of experience. Doctorate Degree and 2 years of experience

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is $90,008 - $186,588. At Idaho Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing and contributing to an inclusive working environment.

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 laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and defense. With more than 5,800 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, security, and environmental missions. Selective Service Requirements To be eligible for employment at INL born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov. Equal Employment Opportunity Idaho Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to , , , , , , , , protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable Accommodation We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Other Information When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration. INL does not accept resumes from third-party vendors unsolicited.