Construction Standards Engineer

Trico Electric Cooperative; Marana (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional electric utility company is seeking a Construction Standards Engineer to oversee construction specifications and lead cross-departmental collaboration. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in electric distribution systems and a Bachelor’s degree in engineering. This role offers the opportunity to maintain essential engineering documents and ensure industry compliance.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in engineering or applicable field with three years in electric utility.
• Ten years’ direct experience in engineering/construction of electric distribution systems.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record are required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of utility operations, electrical systems, and renewable energy technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage construction assembly units in alignment with design standards.
• Oversee lifecycle of construction specifications, from development to GIS export.
• Chair the standards committee and maintain engineering documentation.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Industry-specific knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Ten years’ experience in engineering

Job description

Join Our Team as a Construction Standards Engineer at Trico Electric Cooperative!

Posting Period: Friday September 12th- Until Filled (First Application Review September 26th)

We are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, where employees are empowered to grow, collaborate, and contribute to meaningful work. Just as we strive to provide 5-star customer service to our members, we also hold ourselves to the highest standards in how we work and support one another.

What You Will Do: As a Construction Standards Engineer at Trico, the candidate will be responsible for developing, managing, and integrating construction assembly units in alignment with company design standards. This includes overseeing the full lifecycle of construction specifications—from initial development and material selection to software integration, field implementation, and GIS export. The role involves providing expert guidance on overhead and underground electric distribution systems, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and leading cross-departmental collaboration. The candidate will also chair the standards committee and maintain essential engineering documentation, including the Trico Distribution Engineering Guide and Electric Service Requirements Book.

What You Bring to Trico:

• A Bachelor’s degree in engineering or applicable field, with three years in the electric utility field
• Ten years’ direct experience in engineering or construction of the electric distribution utility system in lieu of education.
• A valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record are required for this position.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of industry-specific knowledge (e.g., utility operations, electrical systems, renewable energy technologies).

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.