Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Standards Engineer III/Senior

About the role

The Engineer will be responsible to apply technical knowledge and expertise to complex engineering and construction projects to ensure the reliable and safe construction, operation and maintenance of the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) systems.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining construction standards, material specifications, and design specifications and software
• Evaluating materials and products
• Performing engineering analyses for and supporting the APS design and construction groups
• Evaluating failed materials and proposing appropriate solutions
• Assisting with identifying T&D construction and design improvement opportunities
• Having considerable responsibility for technical decisions and interpretations
• Providing technical guidance and leadership to less experienced engineers as needed
• Interfacing with internal and external customers, outside agencies and regulatory authorities
• Maintaining a working knowledge of new developments and technology
• Researching new developments and technology and making recommendations to management on their feasibility for Company operations
• Being subject to after‑hours calls for support
• Analyzing and preparing data, technical reviews, evaluations, trend analyses, short‑ to long‑range technology assessments, products and services, investigations, and product/specification verifications to aid decision making
• Presenting findings to diverse groups of management, internal staff, customers, vendors, etc.
• Identifying, communicating and advocating resolution of technical concerns while adhering to sound engineering principles
• Challenging conditions and decisions when needed to ensure T&D Standards, engineering designs, project controls and oversight of work are high quality, cost effective, compliant, reliable, and meet customer requirements, budget and schedules
• Interfacing with customers or cross‑organizational team members to assess needs, determine project scope, and obtain necessary data for key decisions
• Providing oversight of engineering technical programs by managing program requirements, working with cross‑organizational partners, reviewing operating experience and coordinating corrective actions
• Providing support for projects and modifications that increase operating efficiency
• Reviewing design and documentation of projects to ensure compliance with design specifications, schedules and regulatory requirements
• Planning, coordinating, setting priorities, and applying resources on complex projects or processes
• Taking initiative to eliminate barriers and using resources to ensure desired results
• Checking and reviewing standard analysis, evaluations, and investigations of others
• Remaining cognizant of current technology and engineering developments as well as industry and competitive developments
• Maintaining a high individual level of engineering technical capabilities and expertise through formal education, self‑study, and awareness of technology advances

Requirements

• Engineer III: Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline from an ABET accredited institution, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution or an ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) PLUS five (5) years working experience in Engineering‑related positions.
• Engineer Senior: Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline from an ABET accredited institution, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution or an ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) PLUS eight (8) years working experience in Engineering‑related positions.
• Approved Engineer degrees: Materials Science/Metallurgy, Physics, Chemistry, Math, Nuclear, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Electronics, Computer Science, Environmental, Chemical, Architectural, 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.)