Engineer I or II - Power Production

Idaho Power Company; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible schedule

Remote up to 40%

Job summary

Idaho Power, based in Boise, Idaho, is seeking an Engineer I or II to join the Power Supply team. The role offers a flexible schedule with up to 40% remote work and relocation assistance may be provided.

The engineer will support power generation facilities, manage arc-flash and generator testing programs, and help ensure compliance with NERC and other standards. Bachelor's degrees in engineering are required, with EIT preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering from ABET-accredited institution.
• Engineer I requires 0–2 years; Engineer II requires 2 years of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering support for power generation facilities including arc-flash analysis and generator testing.
• Administer arc-flash and generator testing programs and support NERC compliance.
• Support compliance with NERC Reliability and Security Standards; develop and maintain compliance plans and audits evidence.
• Plan and lead projects; interface with internal departments and external organizations.
• Coordinate with Generation Dispatch, EMS interfaces, and cyber security measures for power plants.
• Travel with out-of-town stays may be required.

Skills

Engineering principles

Communication

Decision making

Education

B.S. in Engineering (ABET)

B.S. in Electrical Engineering (ABET)

Job description

Application Deadline: 11/19/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

# of Positions: 1

Job Type: Regular Job

End Date: Exemption Status: Exempt

Pay Range: $89,668.80 - $130,062.40

Minimum Age Requirement:

Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for an Engineer I or II to join our Power Supply team. It’s an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we’re working hard to provide our customers with the safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on. While this position is based at Idaho Power’s downtown Boise location, we offer both flexible schedules and the opportunity to work up to 40% remote. Relocation assistance may also be provided to the successful candidate.

What does an Engineer I or II do for us?

Provides electrical engineering support for power generation facilities, with responsibilities spanning arc-flash analysis, generator testing and condition assessment, protection systems, generator and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) controls and modeling, voltage and frequency performance, equipment refurbishment, plant operations, auxiliary equipment, and cybersecurity. The position will have primary responsibility for administering arc-flash and generator testing programs and supporting compliance with applicable NERC Reliability and Security Standards, including development and maintenance of compliance plans and preparation of evidence in support of audits.

Engineer I

While operating under general supervision and with oversight, they develop technical expertise in their field. This role plans and leads assignments and projects. They may also interface with internal departments and external organizations and receive guidance from leaders and other engineers as needed.

Engineer II

While operating under limited supervision, they have an intermediate level of technical expertise in their field. This role plans and leads moderately complex assignments and projects, interfaces with internal departments and external organizations, and receives high-level guidance from leaders and other engineers as needed.

General job duties applicable to all areas of expertise:

• Plans and leads projects, assignments and technical investigations
• Acts as a liaison between other departments and organizations
• Evaluates progress and results, recommending changes in procedures
• Exercises moderate technical judgment in decision-making and independent action
• Responsible for budgeting, financial accountability and timelines on assigned projects
• Utilizes industry and discipline-related knowledge to interpret and comply with regulations as required by NERC, FERC, WECC, EPA, NESC, OSHA, FCC, etc.

Specific additional job duties:

• Generation Operations Support, including:
• Investigation of protective trip operations
• Optimization of the efficient use of water through units and spillways
• Support for optimal EIM performance and readiness
• Arc Flash analysis and program administration
• Support compliance with applicable NERC Reliability and Security Standards. Including writing and/or revising compliance plan documents and preparing evidence in support of audits.
• Generator testing program administration
• Generation asset condition assessment
• Generation Protection, including:
• Support of Protection Upgrade Capital projects
• Settings development and review
• Support of the relay testing program
• Coordination of Protection Systems with appropriate entities
• Support for refurbishment of generators, including:
• Stator rewinds
• Rotor pole refurbishment
• Generator core repair
• New core installations
• All associated acceptance testing

Generator and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) controls, including:

• Modeling according to NERC reliability standard requirements
• Frequency performance monitoring and tuning
• Voltage performance monitoring and tuning

Power Plant auxiliary equipment monitoring and maintenance

Interface with Generation Dispatch and EMS interface systems

Support power plant cyber security

Ongoing review and improvement of Generation policies, procedures, and programs

The successful candidate will support all these activities as needed; however, anticipated areas of focus include:

• Arc Flash analysis and program administration
• Generator testing program administration
• Support compliance with applicable NERC Reliability and Security Standards Including writing and/or revising compliance plan documents and preparing evidence in support of audits

A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

Knowledge of:

• Engineering principles
• Utilities and their business environment

Skills in:

• Interdisciplinary skills
• Effective oral and written communication
• Use of computers and software

Ability to:

• Manage and coordinate projects
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Work both independently and on project teams
• Develop alternatives and work with others to evaluate their value and potential for meeting company needs
• Analyze data sets and databases
• Draft written and oral reports of problems, alternatives and recommendations

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution OR Bachelor of Science in Engineering from a non-ABET accredited institution and a Professional Engineer (PE) license

Experience:

• Engineer I – 0-2 years of related experience
• Engineer II – 2 years of related experience

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution
• Engineer I or II – Engineer in Training (EIT) designation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires walking on even/uneven surfaces and ascents/descents, up to 5 miles daily, and while carrying 14-26 lbs. of equipment. Lifting of up to 36 lbs. and carrying up to 30 lbs., (up to 50 feet), is performed. Hiking is performed up to 1 mile. Climbing of ladders/racks and work within elevated lifts (up to 40 feet high) with competency in use of safety equipment is required. Squatting, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lying at ground level is performed to work within confined spaces of power plants/dams/generators, for extended intervals up to a full shift. Driving is required to perform work throughout the IPC territory, (3-7 hours).

Competencies

• Adaptability
• Building Partnerships
• Communication
• Decision Making
• Planning and Organizing
• Work Standards

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Travel with out-of-town stays may be required.

About Us

With 17 hydroelectric power plants along the Snake River and its tributaries, Idaho Power is proud to provide safe, reliable, and affordable energy to customers in southern Idaho and eastern Oregon. Our nearly 2,200 employees serve more than 650,000 customers in a service area spanning an estimated 24,000 square miles. They live, work, and play in some of the most beautiful and rugged landscapes in the West. We’re working hard to keep our communities safe, connected, and thriving. We hope you’ll join us.

Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws. Please note: Idaho Power will not provide sponsorship for obtaining an employment visa, such as an H-1B visa.