Job Details

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Application Deadline:

04/17/2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

# of Positions:

1

Job Type:

Regular

Job End Date:

Exemption Status:

Exempt

Pay Range:

$86,632.00 - $151,340.80 Annually

Minimum Age Requirement:

Job Description:

Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for an Engineer I, II, or Senior to join our Planning, Engineering, and Construction 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 safely provide our customers with the reliable, affordable, clean energy they depend on. In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.

Engineer I:

Operating under general supervision and with oversight, an Engineer I is developing technical expertise in their field. This role plans and leads assignments and projects, may interface with internal departments and external organizations, and receives guidance from leaders and other engineers as needed.

Engineer II:

Operating under limited supervision, an Engineer II has 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.

Senior Engineer:

Operating under minimal supervision and using independent initiative, Senior Engineers have comprehensive technical expertise in their field. This role plans and leads complex assignments and projects, interfaces with internal departments and external organizations, and mentors other engineers and engineering support staff as needed.

What does a Station Apparatus Engineer do for us?

• They are responsible for supporting the application, operation, maintenance, testing, system interfaces, instrumentation, and monitoring of substation equipment including power transformers, instrument transformers, load tap changers, synchronous condensers, capacitors, reactors, circuit breakers, switches, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

• Responsibilities include project scoping, coordinating new and upgraded equipment acquisitions, developing equipment specifications, providing maintenance, inspection, and testing guidance and procedures, supporting maintenance apparatus technicians, evaluating equipment and approval drawings, reviewing new technologies and industry standards, performing failure analysis, troubleshooting mis operations, monitoring equipment reliability, interpreting test results, performing quality acceptance, providing assembly oversight, providing commissioning assistance, and providing research and training.

A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

Knowledge of:

• General knowledge of engineering principles

• Developing specific knowledge related to discipline, 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 datasets 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 PE license

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution

Experience:

• Engineer I – 0-2 years related experience

• Engineer II – 2 or more years of related experience

• Senior Engineer – 6 years of related engineering experience OR 5 years of related engineering experience plus PE or advanced engineering degree, and 3 years in the area of expertise

Licenses & Certifications:

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

Preferred:

• Engineer in Training (EIT) designation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position has both office and field requirements. It requires working at a desk/computer for extended periods of time. It requires the use of office equipment, fine motor skills including typing on the computer, dialing phones, filing paper, and working in close proximity to other people. There may be occasional lifts of no more than 10 lbs. 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/Snowshoeing 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. Rappelling is performed up to 20 times yearly. 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) The above is a summary of the primary essential functions of the position. This job may require the performance of additional tasks assigned by company leaders or management. Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to Human Resources.

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Competencies:

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

Need Assistance Completing Your Application?

Please contact our Recruiting Office if you have questions, require assistance or accommodation while applying for employment with Idaho Power Company: Phone : 208-###-#### or Email : ...@idahopower.com

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.

About Us

With 17 hydroelectric power plants along the Snake River and its tributaries, Idaho Power is proud to provide reliable, affordable, clean energy to customers in southern Idaho and eastern Oregon.

Our nearly 2,000 employees serve more than 600,000 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 toward our goal of providing 100% clean energy by 2045 ( . We hope you'll join us.

Contact Information

Phone: 208-###-####

Email: ...@idahopower.com

Fax: 208-###-####

Idaho Power Company

Recruiting Office

P.O. Box 70

Boise, ID 83707

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