Engineer 1/ 2/ Senior - Transmission Participation / Interconnection Projects


Requisition ID: 19771


 


Join us in building a better future for Arizona!


SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.


 


Why Work at SRP


At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.


 


SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:


 



  • Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)

  • 401(k) plan with employer matching

  • Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance

  • Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)

  • Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance

  • Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)

  • Short and long-term disability plans

  • Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs

  • 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking


 


Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the processes established to respond to requests from utilities and independent developers for new generation and transmission interconnections with the transmission systems operated by SRP. This includes SRP's solely-owned transmission system as well as the participation project jointly-owned systems operated by SRP. This candidate will serve as the liaison between SRP and the requesting entity. Under timelines established in SRP's Open Access Transmission Tariff or in participation project procedures, the candidate will work across department lines to direct the completion of technical studies, development of plans of service and construction cost estimates and the drafting of agreements necessary to respond to such requests. The candidate will be responsible for presenting the status of interconnection requests to the Engineering & Operating (E&O) Committees for the jointly-owned transmission participation projects. As needed, the candidate will also be involved with specific issues related to the participation projects, which may include preparation of procedures, responding to action items generated at the E&O meetings, and other duties as assigned.

What You'll Do

• Performs engineering design work and engineering studies.
• Performs as engineering project leader.
• Prepares specifications and evaluates bids.
• Prepares recommendation material for management consideration.
• Administers and reviews work performed by consultants and others.
• Prepares and/or conducts written and oral reports and presentations.
• Performs field engineering work.
• Performs engineering analyses.
• Design and/or codes computer programs.

Education

Completion of a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution, ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) or any state or internationally recognized PE registration.

Experience

Five (5) years full time experience actively engaged in engineering practice. Must have demonstrated the successful accomplishment of work of the nature defined for the job of Senior Engineer.


Promotion to Level 2 requires a minimum of two years of experience at Level 1; demonstrated capability to perform advanced and more difficult work as determined by the supervisor. 


Promotion to Senior Level requires a minimum of three years of experience at Level 2; is fully competent in all aspects of functional area of assignment and as such would be recognized as a specialist in area of assignment and may have periodic or occasional lead responsibilities.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Responsible for project budgets and schedules. Occasional contacts with customers and outside agencies. Contacts with suppliers of equipment and services. Occasional travel to suppliers facilities, industry organizational functions and SRP facilities. Ability to work effectively with various organizational groups within SRP. Ability to use engineering tools required for the job (i.e., computer, test equipment, etc.).


• Knowledge of transmission system assets
• Knowledge of substation design
• Familiarity with engineering drawings
• Ability to interpret and review transmission System Impact Studies
• Ability to interpret and review Facilities Studies
• Contract analysis, development and negotiation
• Understanding and preparation of budgets
• Experience with SAP
• Ability to interface with customers
• Oral and written communication skills
• Presentation skills
• Process development, enhancement and documentation


 


Hybrid Workplace


SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.


 


Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement


To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.


 


Equal Opportunity Employer Statement


Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.


 


Work Authorization


All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.


 


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