URGENT: Electrical Engineer

Planate Management Group - Tucson, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Tucson, AZ

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Planate Management Group (PMG) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrical Engineer to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona. As an Electrical Engineer, you will provide critical engineering support and technical leadership for utility-scale infrastructure projects, specifically focusing on high voltage (69kV and above) transmission lines and substation equipment. Your role will encompass high voltage utility replacements, modifications, emergency service, and routine maintenance, with a particular emphasis on substation-related projects. This position is structured for a base year of 12 months, with the potential for renewal based on performance and project needs. In this role, you will support and lead engineering activities related to the maintenance, restoration, and construction of high voltage transmission lines and substation equipment. You will be responsible for developing, reviewing, and updating electrical designs and drawings for substation equipment repairs, replacements, and additions. Additionally, you will provide technical support for equipment testing, commissioning, and documentation, assisting maintenance staff with advanced high voltage transmission systems by developing and implementing test and troubleshooting procedures. Ensuring compliance with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC)/Midwest Reliability Organization (MRO) standards will be a critical part of your responsibilities. You will also be expected to maintain up-to-date knowledge of high voltage equipment, safety requirements, and relevant codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead engineering activities related to the maintenance, restoration, and construction of high voltage transmission lines and substation equipment.
• Develop, review, and update electrical designs and drawings for substation equipment repairs, replacements, and additions.
• Provide technical support for equipment testing, commissioning, and documentation.
• Assist maintenance staff with advanced high voltage transmission systems, including developing and implementing test and troubleshooting procedures.
• Ensure compliance with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC)/Midwest Reliability Organization (MRO) standards.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of high voltage equipment, safety requirements, and relevant codes and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) preferred, with an emphasis in power systems, or a minimum of six (6) years of experience in high voltage electric utility engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in Arizona is preferred but not required.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting one-line diagrams, plans, sections, AC and DC schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, and cable/conduit schedules.
• Extensive knowledge in the maintenance, repair, and testing of high voltage electric utility substation equipment.
• Ability to develop and adapt procedures for unique field situations.
• Experience in managing and supporting compliance with NERC, WECC, MRO, and Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards.
• Strong safety awareness and experience working with high voltage equipment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with telework options and remote work environments.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• 401K plan eligibility upon hire
• Health and Savings Account plan
• Life Insurance Coverage
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Offering
• Training and Development
• License/Certification support
• Recognition and Rewards program
• Travel Insurance