The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is ranked within the top 5 mid-size agencies through the Partnership for Public Service’s Best Places to Work in the Federal Government Rankings! This Electrical Engineer position is located in the Office of Electric Reliability (OER). For more information visit: Office of Electric Reliability (OER) | Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (ferc.gov).  

Duties

As an Electrical Engineer some of your typical work assignments may include:

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• You must provide your SF-50 (see Required Documents section).
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• A background investigation is required.
• This is a bargaining unit position.
• Generally, male applicants must be registered with the Selective Service.
• **This position has an education requirement; you must submit transcripts.
• Relocation expenses will not be paid.
• You may be required to divest certain energy-related securities.

Qualifications

To view the eligibility and qualification requirements of Electrical Engineer, GS- 0850, please visit:  Electrical Engineer, 0850 | Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (ferc.gov). You must have one full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-14 level. Specialized experience is defined as: Experience that demonstrates knowledge in the application of tools required to analyze the Bulk Electric System such as Optimal Power Flow (PSSE/PSLF), NERC Reliability Standards, IEEE Standards, Production cost modeling, demonstrated ability to interpret, explain and evaluate transmission system plats, diagrams and schematics, and Velocity Suites. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including any volunteer experience. Please do not cut and paste  the position description, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

Education

This position has an education requirement and therefore, transcripts are required. Failure to submit a copy of your transcripts at the time of application will result in your application being marked incomplete and you will not receive further consideration.

Contacts

• Address FERC 888 First Street, NE Washington, District of Columbia 20426 United States
• Name: Patrica Macey
• Phone: 202-502-6369
• Email: [email protected]