Substation Electrical Engineer III/Senior Engineer
- Location
- PHOENIX, AZ
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- Posted
About this role
Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona. Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity. Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together. Summary
Substation Engineer III / Senior Engineer Help power Arizona's future. As a Substation Engineer III / Senior Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing and developing the transmission and distribution infrastructure that delivers reliable electricity to communities across the state. Working on complex and impactful projects, you'll apply your expertise in substation design, engineering analysis, and technical problem-solving while collaborating with a team dedicated to safety, innovation, and operational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to critical grid infrastructure projects, influence technical decisions, and continue growing your engineering and leadership capabilities in a supportive and highly skilled environment. What Makes You a Great Fit We'd love to connect with engineers who have experience in areas such as:
Transmission and distribution substation design, including civil, electrical, physical layout, protection, and control systems. Preparing engineering studies, designs, technical specifications, cost estimates, and evaluations. Applying engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. Solving complex technical challenges while balancing safety, reliability, schedule, and cost considerations. Reviewing engineering work and providing technical guidance to colleagues and project teams. Collaborating with stakeholders, customers, and cross-functional partners to deliver successful project outcomes. Minimum Requirements
A four-year Bachelors degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution or an ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) plus five (5) years experience in Engineering-related positions. Engineering degree must be from an accredited College of Engineering Program. A relevant Masters degree in Engineering may substitute for one (1) year of required experience. (A four-year Bachelor of Engineering Technology degree is not considered directly equivalent to a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering. Equivalency may be considered based on a review of the degree program curriculum, subject to approval by Engineering department management.) Preferred Qualifications: Professional Engineer (PE) license. Problem analysis/resolution techniques. Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, practices, methods and safety standards in the area of applicable engineering discipline. Experience in the utility industry. Experience in nuclear industry for jobs at Palo Verde. Professional Engineer licensure. Major Accountabilities
1) Prepares engineering plans, designs, analysis, specifications, cost estimates, evaluations, studies, technical reviews, investigations and verifications. Complies with design, regulatory, operating and maintenance requirements. Ensures engineering analyses, design, project control, schedule commitments, or oversight work is technically sound, cost effective, and in compliance with established standards,