Control Systems Engineer I

Position Description

Join Golden Valley Electric Association as a Control Systems Engineer I in the beautiful city of Fairbanks, Alaska! Step into a dynamic, innovative role supporting the systems that power our communities. As a Control Systems Engineer I, you will work with advanced technologies such as SCADA/EMS systems, gaining hands-on experience in monitoring, maintaining, and improving critical control systems used in power generation and system dispatch. This is an exciting opportunity for early-career engineers to grow their skills in a mission-driven organization. With a competitive salary of $78,705 annually, DOE, Grade 10 , this role offers a strong foundation for career development while contributing to the reliability and efficiency of our electrical systems. You will have access to excellent benefits, including a defined pension, 401(k) match, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Annual Leave, Wellness Program (including fitness reimbursements), and Tuition Reimbursements . Join a forward-thinking organization where your work directly impacts the communities we serve. Apply today and help us power the future! GVEA is an electric cooperative which owns and maintains 3,491 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 35 substations, and 9 generating facilities. Our system is interconnected with Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, Clear Space Force Station, the University of Alaska-Fairbanks, and all of the electric utilities in the Alaska Railbelt, extending from Homer to Fairbanks. Powering the Interior of Alaska, GVEA contributes to the economic, environmental, and social viability of our communities. As a Control Systems Engineer I at Golden Valley Electric Association, you will support the implementation, maintenance, and operation of control systems across system dispatch and generation facilities. You will work with SCADA/EMS systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and remote terminal units (RTUs), helping ensure reliable and secure system performance.