Salt River Project ยท 7 hours ago
Utilities Project Engineer 1, 2, Senior
Tempe, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expSalt River Project (SRP) is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S., providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. The Utilities Project Engineer will provide project management and engineering support for high-value utility substation and transmission line projects, ensuring adherence to design, cost, schedule, and quality criteria.
Energy
No H1B
Responsibilities
Responsible for project management and engineering activities including planning, design, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning efforts for major power delivery infrastructure projects which may consist of new industrial substations, generator and transmission line interconnections and SRP-initiated assets. This includes directing, assigning, and prioritizing project work plans to meet project requirements and milestones
Manages, oversees and coordinates all technical aspects of project activities supported by a matrix team consisting of internal departments and external consultants/contractors performing with responsibilities such as engineering, civil construction, physical electrical construction, protection and control construction, testing and commissioning. Serves as the single point of contact with outside entities including customers
Leads development of feasibility studies, scopes of work, cost estimates, schedules, conceptual designs, major materials lists, outage planning, construction sequences, and technical aspects for construction Request for Proposals (RFPs)
Collaborates and coordinates with internal and contract team members including engineers and subject matter experts, and external customers to determine project requirements and identify feasible solutions
Provides technical support on reviews of project documentation including study reports, design drawings, constructability plan, specifications, and customer contracts
Proactively communicates project updates to team and management, maintaining accurate and up to date records, including project management reports and status updates to provide visibility to current and potential project risks
Administers and coordinates the development, implementation, and maintenance of standard processes and procedures for all project stakeholders
Establishes and monitors the project budget and schedule; and provides team leadership to support schedule and budget performance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
Five (5) years full time experience actively engaged in engineering practice
Demonstrated the successful accomplishment of work of the nature defined for the job of Senior Engineer
A bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution is required
Ability to work effectively with various organizational groups within SRP
Ability to use engineering tools required for the job (i.e., computer, test equipment, etc.)
Responsible for project budgets and schedules
Occasional contacts with customers and outside agencies
Contacts with suppliers of equipment and services
Occasional travel to suppliers facilities, industry organizational functions and SRP facilities
Preferred
Experience In Substation Design
Master's degree in the area of specialty
Benefits
Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking
Company
Salt River Project
As one of Arizona's largest utilities, Salt River Project has delivered low-cost, reliable power and water for more than 100 years.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
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