Electrical Test Data Steward
What you'd do
This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), in Specialty Services (TETS), Testing and Commissioning (TET), Transmission Engineering (TE), Transmission Services (T). Power regional grid reliability! We seek an Electrical Test Data Steward to lead critical data management workflows, ensure regulatory compliance, and optimize technical records supporting substation engineering and field operations.
Major duties
Power the Grid of Tomorrow: Lead Data Excellence at Bonneville Power Administration At the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), our mission is to deliver reliable, clean, and sustainable energy to millions of people across the Pacific Northwest while protecting the environment and stewarding critical energy infrastructure. As an Electrical Test Data Steward (GS-12), you will sit at the vital intersection of engineering, cybersecurity, and data strategy. You will serve as the primary authority managing substation testing data, energization records, and engineering revision workflows-ensuring the technical data powering our electric grid is seamless, secure, and reliable. If you are a data leader or technical analyst passionate about building resilient data systems, streamlining engineering workflows, and driving operational excellence, this position offers a high-impact platform to advance your career. Key Responsibilities & Core Duties Drive High-Impact Data Analytics & Strategic Insights: Serve as the primary technical expert for substation testing and energization data. You will analyze complex technical submissions, develop statistical reports, and transform raw field data into clear, actionable intelligence that empowers leadership to make informed grid operations and investment decisions. Modernize & Streamline Engineering Record Workflows: Oversee the end-to-end management of engineering Record Revision (RR) packages and substation technical updates. You will optimize digital SharePoint workflows, coordinate with CAD design teams to align work orders and timekeeping, and resolve technical issues with external engineering contractors to keep major grid projects moving forward efficiently. Safeguard Cybersecurity & Regulatory Compliance: Protect vital power infrastructure by ensuring all equipment testing and removal processes meet rigorous North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC) regulatory standards. You will verify critical cyber asset safety protocols and audit data submissions to eliminate compliance risks. Champion Asset Lifecycle Standards & Data Governance: Act as the organization's primary champion for asset data lifecycle strategy. You will establish standard data practices, align field testing reports with central asset management systems, and ensure that attribute data across all physical substation equipment remains accurate from installation to decommissioning. Lead Cross-Functional Alignment & Service Level Agreements (SLAs): Serve as the core liaison between field engineers, technical managers, and business controls teams. You will manage service request tracking systems, troubleshoot data discrepancies, and ensure key internal groups meet agreed-upon Service Level Agreements for data archiving and reporting. Empower Technical Teams Through Training & Process Improvement: Identify operational gaps, propose modernized solutions, and update technical data forms to keep pace with industry shifts. You will design and conduct engaging training programs for field staff, technicians, and engineering teams to build data capability and standardize best practices across the organization.
What you need to qualify
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as experience 1) managing the workflow of technical data, such as electrical system test results or engineering records, to ensure its accuracy, proper formatting, and adherence to compliance standards; 2) analyzing data processes to identify discrepancies and coordinating with technical teams or contractors to resolve routine data integrity issues; and 3) utilizing business software or databases (e.g., SharePoint, Concur, or similar business software) to track, document, and report on technical information. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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 volunteer experience. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
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