Engineering Associate
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Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level
Grade 12,14,15
Position posted until May 7, 2021
Pay Grade
Position Summary
The Engineer Associate position holds the responsibility for the safe, reliable, and economic round-the-clock operation of the power generation facilities. Duties include Engineering responsibilities for the design, construction, maintenance, and operation activities of our power plants.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Attends seminars, continuing education opportunities for professional development
Focuses on operational/tactical aspects of the work
Recommends improvements to processes and procedures
Handles work content that is increasingly complex
Applies engineering skills that include evaluation and ingenuity
Makes some independent decisions and often makes recommendations that affect the section, department and/or division
Decisions have identifiable but relatively moderate impact on costs, timeline, safety and reliability
May provide input to area budget
Applies knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures
Performs other project and process improvement initiatives as assigned
Analyzes and evaluates operations, maintenance and performance in power generating facilities
Assesses the effectiveness of operations, maintenance and design change measures to accomplish strategic and business plan goals
Utilizes project management tools for managing engineering design, construction and/or procedural projects
Evaluates and recommends new standards, products, and/or services
Recommends and implements improvements to processes and procedures
Participates in and provides input to area budget
Actively works within financial objectives set by management
Assists in developing training programs for operations and maintenance personnel
Minimum Skills
Minimum Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to handle complex assignments, be a self-starter, be able to meet goals and deadlines on own initiative with minimum supervisionDemonstrated ability to effectively work as an individual contributor and contributing team memberAbility to work in a team environment, coordinating with other related areas to complete tasks and projectsAbility to research and solve problemsEffective interpersonal skills and written communication skills to work with all levels of personnel within the organizationAbility to build relationships with coworkers and customersDemonstrates proficiency in basic management of projects and assignmentsAbility to work call duty and occasional unscheduled work in the evenings, weekends, or holidays after experience level permitsAbility to travel occasionally, to off-site work, to seminars, manufacturing plant inspections, etc.Proficient in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail and scheduling
Preferred Qualifications
Broad knowledge of other related areas and how they influence operational/tactical aspects
Experience with Computer Aided-Drafting systems and Bentley Microstation software
Experience with ESRI GIS software and Arc FM Designer software
Experience with SAP and Work Manager software
Texas Professional Engineer (PE) certification
Competencies
Working with AmbiguityCommunicates EffectivelySetting a Strategic VisionDriving for ResultsBuilding and Supporting Teams
Minimum Education
Bachelors of Science degree in an engineering field from an ABET accredited four-year college or university or Demonstration of advanced skills or specialization applicable to the business area (Approval by Business Unit Executive Leadership, as related to the business need for Engineering Associate 2 s without their EIT)
Required Certifications
Working Environment
Work is performed indoors & outdoors. Manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion. Use of computing equipment, telephone, & printer/copier. Ability to travel to and from business related events. After hours work may be required.
Physical Demands
Office Environment
CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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