Electrical Engineer

EEONLINE; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation/sick leave

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Pension

Job summary

Navopache Electric Cooperative is seeking an Electrical Engineer to perform complex analyses for transmission, distribution, and substation projects in the Lakeside, AZ area. You will use NEC/NESC guidance and industry codes to support system reliability and planning. The role requires a B.S.E.E.

with at least 2 years in the electric utility sector, plus either EIT certification or progress toward it. Occasional travel and field work are expected, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality

Qualifications

• BS EE degree from ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum 2 years' electrical engineering experience in utilities.
• EIT certification expected within four years.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex engineering analysis for transmission, distribution and substation facilities.
• Conduct power flow, short-circuit, and voltage drop studies.
• Coordinate sectionalizing studies, fuse, recloser and relaying coordination.
• Address voltage complaints and feeder balancing issues.
• Prepare equipment specifications and field design data.

Skills

Power system analysis

Relaying coordination

Problem solving

Team communication

Education

B.S.E.E.

EIT Certification

Tools

NISC

Milsoft Mapping

Job description

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Electrical Engineer

Organization

Navopache Electric Cooperative

Region

United States, Arizona, Lakeside

End Of Contest

Aug 28, 2026

Type

FT

Category

Electrical engineer

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Description

Applicants must be authorized to work at ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will perform more complex engineering analysis, design, and planning for the transmission, distribution and substation facilities utilizing sound engineering judgment within industry and RUS standards and industry codes.

Duties Performed Regularly Include

• Power system analysis studies on NEC’s sub-transmission and distribution systems. Studies to include but not limited to power flows, short circuit fault duties, and voltage drops. Working knowledge of NISC and Milsoft Mapping System is desirable.
• Sectionalizing studies for the complete system review including designing fuse, recloser and relaying coordination when additional loads are added to the existing feeders or as needed.
• Address customer problems with voltage complaints, outages, flickering, etc.
• Review and address feeder imbalances and work with Engineering Technicians to maintain feeder balances when line taps are added to the system.
• Prepare and maintain new equipment, purchase specifications such as transformers, cables, padmount switchgear, etc.
• Prepare and maintain in-house design practice data charts and tables and field staking guides.
• Assist in Preparation of Construction Work Plans and Long Range Plans.
• Assist Operations Department as needed to solve operational system issues.
• Assures that work orders initiated by him/her are processed and released for construction in a timely manner.
• Maintains a current knowledge of applicable parts of NEC’s policies, regulations, rates, practices, and procedures and use this information as required.
• Remains current regarding technological changes in the electrical industry.
• Know and work according to NEC’s Safety Rules and Procedures.
• Patrols lines by being alert at all times to observe any unsafe or unsatisfactory condition and reporting same for action.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Formal Education

• Possession of a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (B.S.E.E.) from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology.

Previous Job Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of electrical engineering experience in the electric utility industry or other engineering experience acceptable to Management.

Certification

• EIT Certification-Obtain Engineering in Training Certificate (EIT), within four years.

Special Skills

• Have a working knowledge of RUS construction and specifications, the National Electrical Safety Code, the National Electric Code, and be knowledgeable of the characteristics of electrical substation, distribution and transmission systems.
• Have demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of facility designs including, but not limited to, a comprehensive understanding of and ability to interpret civil and electrical engineering plans.
• Have demonstrated proficiency in all areas of distribution and transmission systems reinforcement work including but not limited to voltage conversions, overhead/underground conversions and relocations.
• Have demonstrated proficiency in survey procedures and survey equipment relating to electrical facilities and easements, including traverse and level surveys.
• Be able to work away from the reporting location multi-days and nights and attend seminars and special training classes as required.
• Have good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Have or be able to obtain a valid Arizona Driver’s license within 30 days of employment.
• Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Arizona is desirable but not required.

Salary & Benefits

Navopache offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package (e.g. vacation, sick leave, Short/Long Disability, 10 paid holidays, NRECA 401(k), pension and more)

Contact

Email: [e-mail]

Tracie Button

928-368-1204

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