Electrical Engineer, Rotational Program – Power & Water

U.S. Department of the Interior; Grand Coulee (WA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation in the Columbia-Pacific Northwest Region seeks an Electrical Engineer at the Grand Coulee Power Office to support powerplants, pumping plants, and related electrical systems.

This entry-level role is part of Reclamation's Rotation Engineer Program, offering accelerated development, promotion potential to GS-12, and experience across design, inspections, and project coordination in field and office settings.

Qualifications

• Entry-level engineer hired under Reclamation's Rotation Engineer Program.
• Promotions may occur with training and demonstrated performance.
• Visits to field sites and office environments required; travel possible.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering analyses and coordinate planning, design, modeling, and troubleshooting for complex electrical systems and projects across multiple locations.
• Develop and review project plans, guidelines, and technical documentation; present findings at meetings and briefings.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct facility inspections, assessments, and investigations; identify deficiencies, estimate repairs, and document results.
• Mentor and guide engineers and technicians, provide technical reviews, and ensure quality assurance processes are followed.
• Manage project plans, oversee contract administration, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver reliable power and water services.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project planning

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Technical reviews

Job description

The U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation in the Columbia-Pacific Northwest Region seeks an Electrical Engineer at the Grand Coulee Power Office to support powerplants, pumping plants, and related electrical systems.

This entry-level role is part of Reclamation's Rotation Engineer Program, offering accelerated development, promotion potential to GS-12, and experience across design, inspections, and project coordination in field and office settings.