ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

We are looking for talented individuals who are passionate about making an impact in the company and the community.

About the Role

The Engineering Technician will be responsible for developing and maintaining engineering data consistent with Company standards, project guidelines, engineering procedures, accounting procedures, and other applicable rules and regulations that are or may come into effect. This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and related Policies and Procedures. This is a safety-sensitive role.

Responsibilities

Level I

• Collect, modify, and update field data used in models of the electric distribution and transmission system for analysis by others.
• Collect field data required for subsequent technical electric utility design work.
• Design service installations for residential and small commercial customers.
• Prepare Construction Work Orders utilizing company standard software packages.
• Actively seek to expand personal knowledge and skills required to accomplish position responsibilities.
• Assist with other department functions as assigned to meet specific needs and for training purposes.

Level II

The primary responsibilities of Level II include all duties and skills required of Level I, plus:

• Design small Primary Line Extensions in residential and small commercial areas.
• Design small system improvements involving pole replacements and single-phase and three-phase reconductoring.
• Design small overhead to underground conversions.
• Design small rebuilds and relocates.
• Prepare cost estimates and Construction Work Orders utilizing the company’s standard software packages.
• Prepare line extension and other standard customer agreements.
• Perform field staking duties.
• Design small residential subdivision projects under the supervision of an Engineering Supervisor.
• Perform Blue Staking duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Level III

The primary responsibilities of Level III include all duties and skills required of Level I and Level II, plus:

• Design and take to completion large commercial projects including overhead and underground line extensions and services.
• Design and take to completion large subdivision projects.
• Design feeder extensions, rebuilds, and relocates.
• Prepare designs of 69kV line extensions, rebuilds, and relocates for review and approval by qualified internal or external engineering personnel.
• Design system improvement projects to improve power factor and voltage regulation.
• Design substation feeder exits.
• Prepare Highway and Railroad Crossings and prepare exhibits for crossing permit applications for review and approval by qualified internal or external engineering personnel.
• Assist in the planning and documentation required for Capital and O&M budget requests.
• Provide project management, including review, oversight, scheduling, and inspections, to assure project implementation is within the approved scope, schedule, and budget.
• Provide training to Engineering Technicians I and II as part of their development.

Requirements

Level I

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook) or equivalent required.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Ability to work in field situations, including walking on unimproved surfaces to collect field data on existing electric facilities.
• Ability to work for extended periods utilizing computer display screens and software.
• Ability to learn and use defined procedures to collect and organize data used by others in engineering applications.
• Must possess and maintain a valid AZ Driver’s license.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds of field data collection gear when needed.
• Working knowledge of GIS systems preferred.
• Working knowledge of electric utility construction standards preferred.
• Working knowledge of electric utility construction materials preferred.

Level II

Requirements include all those for Level I, plus:

• 18 months of experience as an Engineering Technician I or equivalent experience required.
• Working knowledge of electric utility construction standards required.
• Working knowledge of GIS/GPS tools and equipment with the capability of applying to field situations preferred.

Level III

Requirements include all those for Level I and Level II, plus:

• 3 years of experience as an Engineering Technician II or equivalent experience required.
• Must have demonstrated considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, and procedures utilized in all aspects of the Engineering Tech II job classification.

All employees are expected and required to adhere to the Company Code of Ethics and Principles of Conduct.

Pay

Hourly pay: $31.56 - $47.47, depending on qualifications.