System Health Engineer II

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

We are seeking a  System Health Engineer II   to join our asset management and maintenance support organization. This team is dedicated to applying maintenance best practices, leveraging asset analytics, and evaluating operational outcomes to maximize the useful life of critical equipment—both inside and outside the substation fence.   In this role, you’ll combine your technical expertise and analytical mindset to evaluate equipment health, identify performance issues, and develop strategies that enhance reliability and longevity. You’ll collaborate closely with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to make data-driven recommendations that optimize asset performance across our power system. Minimum Requirements

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. Approved Engineer 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.)   The System Health Engineer II:

Provides technical engineering, design, economic and analytical support to participate in the development of long-range system plans and conducting of engineering requests, proposals and presentations.  Performs engineering tasks requiring skills and experience gained through application of engineering methods and analysis.  Has increasing responsibility for technical decisions and interpretations.  Provides technical guidance and leadership to others as needed.   Should have a strong understanding of transmission engineering and maintenance, and asset management in the transmission space. May be subject to shift work.

Knowledge of equipment maintenance and testing strategies in transmission and distribution equipment.  Familiarity with strategic asset management. 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.

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