We are seeking a skilled and motivated T&D Standards Engineer (Civil) II/III to support the safe, reliable, and efficient construction, operation, and maintenance of our Transmission & Distribution (T&D) systems. In this role, you will apply your civil engineering expertise to moderate-scale engineering and construction projects, contributing to the development and enhancement of T&D standards and practices.
Key responsibilities include creating and maintaining construction standards and material specifications, conducting engineering analyses, evaluating materials and failed components, and supporting internal design and construction teams. You'll play an active role in identifying improvement opportunities across T&D design and construction processes, and will have increasing responsibility for technical decisions, guidance, and customer engagement.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and proactive in staying informed on industry trends and emerging technologies. Occasional after-hours support may be required.
Minimum Requirements
Engineer II
- A four-year Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline (see approved list) from an ABET accredited institution, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution or an ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) plus two (2) years working experience in Engineering-related positions.
Engineer III
- A four-year Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline (see approved list) from an ABET accredited institution, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution or an ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) plus five (5) years working experience in Engineering-related positions.
Approved Engineering degrees:
- Materials Science/Metallurgy, Physics, Chemistry, Nuclear, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Electronics, Computer Science, Environmental, Chemical, Structural.
(A four-year bachelor of Engineering Technology degree is not considered an automatic equivalent for a B.S. degree in Engineering. A review of the degree program curriculum must be completed by Engineering department management.)
Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications:
- Civil/Structural Engineering Degree.
- Experience in structural loading analysis using O-Calc or other similar software programs.
- Ability to apply good construction, operating and engineering practices while adhering to the APS safety rules and company policies.
- Good oral and written communications skills.
Major Accountabilities
1) Analyzes and prepares a variety of data, technical reviews and evaluations, trend analyses, short to long-range technology assessments, products and services, investigations, product/specification verifications to aid decision making. May present findings to a diverse group of management, internal staff, customers, vendors, etc.
2) Identifies, communicates and advocates resolution of technical concerns while adhering to sound engineering principles during evaluation / resolution of the conditions. Challenges conditions and decisions when needed to ensure T&D Standards, engineering designs, project controls and oversight of work has high technical quality, is cost effective, in compliance with established standards, codes and regulations, maintains future reliability, satisfies customer requirements, budget and schedules to meet or exceed all reasonable or agreed upon customer service levels.
3) Interfaces with customers or cross organizational team members to assess their needs, determine the scope of the project, obtain necessary data to make key decisions which may require consultation with external or internal customers or employees.
4) May provide oversight of engineering technical programs by managing the program requirements, working with cross organizational partners, reviewing and internalizing operating experience and coordinating corrective actions to ensure engineering program elements continue to meet T&D standards.
5) Provides support for projects and modifications that will increase operating efficiency. May review design and documentation of projects to ensure compliance with design specifications, schedules and any regulatory requirements.
6) Plans, coordinates, sets priorities, and applies resources on moderate projects or processes.
7) Takes initiative to eliminate barriers and uses resources to ensure desired results.
8) Checks and reviews standard analysis, evaluations, and investigations of others.
9) Provides technical guidance and leadership to less experienced engineers.
10) Remains cognizant of current technology and engineering developments as well as industry and competitive developments.
11) Maintains high individual level of engineering technical capabilities and expertise by formal education, self-study, and awareness of technology advances.
APS
400 North 5th Street
Phoenix
Arizona États-Unis
www.aps.com
