16d ago
16d ago
Job description
Pay Grade
12
Position Summary
The Engineering Associate position holds the responsibility for the safe, reliable, and economic round-the-clock operation of the generation, electric transmission, and distribution systems. Duties include Engineering responsibilities for the design, construction, maintenance, and operation activities of our power plants, transmission lines, substations, distribution system, gas systems, control centers and others. These Engineering duties may include continuous monitoring and balancing of energy flow and responding to system disturbances, along with all generation, distribution, and transmission activities that provide electric and gas services to customers.
*Qualifications may warrant placement at a different job level
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Duties include engineering responsibilities for the planning, design, implementation, maintenance, and operational support activities of our OT communications network which support the transmission lines, substations, distribution system, gas systems, generation systems, emergency radio systems, control centers, data centers, and corporate network.
- Upholding the responsibility for the safe, reliable, and economic design and maintenance of our operational technology (OT) communication network and systems for wireless and fiber infrastructure.
- The duty of project management for safe, reliable, and economic round-the-clock operation of the generation, electric transmission, and distribution systems.
- Utilizes established procedures and processes to perform assigned tasks under direct supervision
- Minimal financial responsibility
- Assisting with the development and implementation of internal work processes
- Assist with gathering information for both internal and external customers
- Attends seminars, continuing education opportunities for professional development
- Performs other project and process improvement initiatives as assigned
Minimum Skills
Minimum Knowledge and Abilities
Basic knowledge of fundamental engineering concepts, practices and procedures
Ability to work in a team environment, coordinating with other related areas to complete tasks and projects
Effective interpersonal skills and written communication skills to work with all levels of personnel within the organization
Ability to perform multiple work activities with a minimum of supervision and prioritize workload effectively
Ability to use personal initiative to recognize needs and research skills to solve problems when necessary
Ability to work call duty and occasional unscheduled work in the evenings, weekends, or holidays after experience level permits
Ability to travel occasionally, to off-site work, to seminars, manufacturing plant inspections, etc.
Ability to obtain Professional Engineer License in State of Texas
Proficient in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail and scheduling
Preferred Qualifications
- Engineer In Training (EIT) designation from Texas Board of Professional Engineers
- Basic experience with electric distribution or transmission systems
- Technical writing experience or college course work in technical writing
- Experience with Computer Aided-Drafting systems and Bentley Microstation software
- Familiarity with ESRI GIS software and Arc FM Designer software
- Experience with SAP and Work Manager software
Competencies
Manages Ambiguity
Collaborates
Communicates Effectively
Drives Vision and Purpose
Drive for Results
Minimum Education
Bachelors of Science degree in an engineering field from an ABET accredited four-year college or university
Required Certifications
Working Environment
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion. Use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multi-functioning printer and calculator.
Employee may potentially be exposed to hazardous chemicals, wet or humid conditions, outdoor weather, noisy and dusty environment.
Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business-related events. After hours work may be required.
Physical Demands
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking & standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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.
Typical pay for similar roles
EstimateUS$62,400–94,640 annually
Entry level · Electrical Engineering · United States ·
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About this role
Experience
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field; no specific years of experience required. Tasks are performed under direct supervision.
About CPS Energy
Company Overview
City Public Service Board of San Antonio (CPS Energy), publicly owned by the City of San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas, United States
1860
Approximately 3,100 employees and annual revenue of about $2.6 billion (source: zippia.com)
What They Do
CPS Energy operates as the largest community-owned provider of electric and natural gas services in the United States, serving more than 970,000 electric customers and 390,000 natural gas customers primarily in the San Antonio metropolitan area and surrounding counties (source: cpsenergy.com). Founded in 1860 and acquired by the City of San Antonio in 1942, CPS Energy’s core business encompasses electricity generation, transmission, distribution, and natural gas utility services for residential, commercial, and industrial customers (source: levels.fyi). The company’s integrated electric and gas service model, combined with its public ownership, distinguishes it from private utilities by emphasizing community engagement, economic development, and supplier partnerships within its defined service territory (source: cpsenergy.com). CPS Energy also supports a broad range of job families including transmission line work, technology, wind energy, database management, financial analysis, IT, and engineering, reflecting its diverse operational scope (source: careers.cpsenergy.com).
Projects & Track Record
As a municipal utility, CPS Energy’s projects focus on maintaining and expanding reliable electric and natural gas infrastructure across the San Antonio region. The company manages extensive transmission and distribution networks that serve nearly one million electric customers and close to 400,000 natural gas customers, underscoring its critical role in regional energy provision (source: cpsenergy.com). CPS Energy’s integrated approach includes investments in wind energy and technology upgrades to support sustainable and efficient energy delivery, although specific project names and capacities are not publicly detailed. The company’s ongoing procurement and supplier engagement activities further support its operational projects and infrastructure development (source: cpsenergy.com).
Recent Developments
In recent years, CPS Energy has continued to expand its workforce across energy, transmission, wind, technology, and business support functions, as evidenced by active hiring through its careers portal (source: careers.cpsenergy.com). The company maintains active bid opportunities, supplier registration, and contract services sections on its website, indicating ongoing procurement and vendor engagement to support its operational needs (source: cpsenergy.com). These developments reflect CPS Energy’s commitment to sustaining and growing its infrastructure and service capabilities within the San Antonio area.
Working There
CPS Energy offers a variety of roles spanning transmission line work, technology, wind energy, database management, financial analysis, IT, procurement, and engineering, with job openings concentrated in the San Antonio service area (source: careers.cpsenergy.com). The company culture is frequently described by employees as stable, with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage (source: glassdoor.com). Employee reviews indicate that approximately 63% would recommend CPS Energy as a workplace, and the company scores 3.5 out of 5 for work-life balance, suggesting a generally positive but nuanced employee sentiment (source: glassdoor.com). The organization also provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities or medical conditions, reflecting an inclusive hiring approach (source: cpsenergy.com).
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