As an Electrical Engineer (Protection), you will perform work related to the application of knowledge in (a) the physical and engineering sciences and mathematics, (b) electrical phenomena, and (c) the principles, techniques, and practices of electrical engineering. The employee is a trainee and will participate in increasingly responsible work and sustained progress toward a fully functioning and independent Electrical Engineer. As an Electrical Engineer (Protection) at the full performance level, you will: Develop tests and trouble-shooting procedures for protection equipment for use by craftsmen. For complex tests or trouble-shooting provides technical support to craftsmen at site. Evaluate and document test results. Develop fixes and/enhancements resulting from the above work. Create logic and control settings. Engineer additions, modifications and replacements to protection and control systems and for revenue metering. This includes planning, preparing cost estimates, engineering coordination, scheduling, testing and documenting the job. Design (or review designs of others), implement and commission major portions of, or a completely new protection and control system for a substation. Perform technical analysis of equipment operations and system disturbances to verify proper protection equipment operation using computerized models and tools, and documents findings. Provide technical support to craft employees and others during the installation and commission of the power system and updates the as-built drawings. Keep drawings at office and substation current. Oversee testing/inspection/repair of malfunctions equipment. Recommend changes to equipment or system to prevent future failures or to improve the system. Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period. Employees serving on a probationary or trial period may be terminated at any time during the probationary or trial period for performance, conduct, or business-related reasons in the interest of Federal service. In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to the four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answers to these questions are not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration. Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications. Security clearance and associated requirements- tier 2/moderate risk. The incumbent is required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). This position requires the ability to operate a Government vehicle. The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain Defensive Drivers Certification and have a valid state driver's license. Defensive Driver's Training will be completed upon employment. Applicants completing degree requirements within 120 days of 08/28/2026 may apply. Unofficial transcripts must be uploaded at time of application and official transcripts are required prior to entrance on duty.

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