Senior Engineer - Protection, Automation, and Control (PAC) Strategy

Summary

Join us in building a better future for Arizona! SRP is a public power and water utility serving approximately one million customers in the greater Phoenix area. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of stewardship and customer service, consistently ranked as an industry leader in customer service by J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes.

Why Work at SRP

SRP offers a comprehensive benefits package including a pension plan, 401(k) with employer matching, medical, vision, dental, and life insurance, parental leave, wellness programs, and tuition assistance. We also provide over 200 hours of paid time off and support employee well-being through various employee resource groups.

What You'll Do

- Support PAC research and development initiatives. - Evaluate, prototype, and pilot new protection schemes, automation technologies, and engineering approaches. - Document findings and recommendations; support the transition of successful innovations into standard engineering practice. - Design, develop, and deliver structured PAC technical training programs. - Maintain and enhance PAC lab environments. - Provide mentorship and technical coaching. - Collaborate with vendors and industry groups. - Support the development and maintenance of PAC tools and engineering practices. - Act as a technical resource for complex issues and cross-functional initiatives.

Education and Experience

- Minimum 5 years of professional experience actively engaged in engineering practice. - Demonstrated successful accomplishment of work as a Senior Engineer. - Experience with control or SCADA systems. - Experience with PAC design, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting. - Experience with digital substation (IEC 61850). - Experience with Protection and Power System software such as ASPEN Oneliner, Powerbase, Test Universe, Synergi Electric. - Experience with hardware-in-the-loop or RTDS testing. - Experience conducting technical research, pilots, or lab testing. - Experience developing or delivering technical training. - Strong technical knowledge of protection relays, schemes, and substation automation. - Demonstrated ability to research and evaluate new engineering technologies. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and systems-thinking skills. - Strong communication and technical presentation skills. - Ability to translate complex technical concepts into practical learning content. - High level of initiative, curiosity, and commitment to continuous improvement of learning.