Akira Mendez

Akira Mendez is an experienced Transmission Planning Engineer at Bonneville Power Administration, with a tenure from June 2013 to the present. Responsibilities include planning BPA's transmission system, advising senior officials, and guiding the asset investment strategy. Mendez's background in electrical engineering encompasses roles such as Communications Test and Energization Engineer, overseeing high voltage substations and control center communications, and Electronic Engineer, managing system integration and maintenance for Power Systems and Control equipment. Earlier experience includes a position as Intern Engineer with the Pathways Internship Program and a role as a Landscaper at Sierra Northwest Landscaping, completing numerous projects. Educational credentials include a degree from Oregon State University and a diploma from Sam Barlow High School.