ENGINEER I

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Pecos (TX); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking an Engineer I to provide entry-level engineering support for small projects and routine studies. You will participate in cost, performance, and scheduling evaluations and support operational areas with engineering input.

The role requires a ABET-accredited engineering degree, strong communication, and the ability to work in both office and field settings. Training includes safety and code compliance, with opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply codes and standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC, ACI, AISC).
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide entry-level engineering support for small, repetitive projects.
• Conduct small studies or participate in larger studies where performance, cost, and schedule are evaluated.
• Provide basic engineering input to operations and interact with other teams.
• Communicate engineering ideas, recommendations and evaluations clearly.
• Represent the Company in fundamental technical matters.
• Offer technical support to and guide junior staff and contractors.
• Adhere to company and industry standards to ensure safety and consistency of results.
• Possibly provide direction to contractors and lower-level personnel.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

$64,087 - $84,916 - $105,744 Personnel in this job title may be covered by NERC CIP cyber security standards. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a Personnel Risk Assessment, which includes identity verification and a criminal background check. Prior to being granted unescorted access to cyber secure areas, the candidate must attend cyber security training. Annual cyber security training is also required.

POSTING DEADLINE

This position is posted until filled.

Job Description

Engineer I

Salary Grade: G08

Minimum Midpoint Maximum

$64,087 - $84,916 - $105,744

Personnel in this job title may be covered by NERC CIP cyber security standards. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a Personnel Risk Assessment, which includes identity verification and a criminal background check. Prior to being granted unescorted access to cyber secure areas, the candidate must attend cyber security training. Annual cyber security training is also required. Given the financial nature of this position, this position may be required to obtain a credit check depending on location. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a credit background check.

SUMMARY:

• Provides entry-level engineering support for projects that are small and somewhat repetitive in nature
• Conducts small or repetitive studies or participates in larger studies where project performance, cost, and scheduling are the key factors of evaluation
• Provides basic engineering support to operational areas
• Communicates engineering ideas, recommendations and evaluations
• Represents the Company in technical matters that are fundamental in nature
• Provides entry-level technical support to and interacts with other associates
• Uses the Company and industry standards to ensure safety and consistency of engineering results
• Provides occasional technical direction and/or activity supervision to contractors and lower-level Company personnel

COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge and ability to apply the appropriate basic and well-established principles, practices and regulations in the incumbents respective discipline
• Ability to read, interpret and apply national, state and local codes and standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC, ACI, AISC, etc.)
• Demonstrated good leadership skills, self-motivation, and good interpersonal skills
• Ability to translate electrical theory and physics to utility application for improving system reliability
• Demonstrated confidence working in and around high voltage (up to 345kV) electrical facilities. and equipment

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelors Degree in engineering from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET) and one to three years related experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess current, legally valid driver's license and meet the Company's driving record requirements.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

• Ability to read and interpret documents
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence, write speeches, and presentations
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, employees, and managers of the organization

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• In-depth knowledge of personal computers including demonstrated proficiency with electrical engineering design programs, such as Autocad
• Working knowledge of operating systems, word processing, database, and spreadsheet software

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out complex instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with complex problems involving several concrete variables in complicated situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position requires periods of frequent sitting, standing, walking, and exposure to outside elements, lifting (50 pounds or under), crouching, bending, climbing and working at various heights.

Protective equipment required: Hard-hat, safety glasses and hearing protection.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Time will be divided between office and field, with a majority of time in the office.
• Work will be around high voltage electricity, computers, office equipment, and construction equipment.

SAFETY AND ADA STATEMENT

Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:

If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.