Engineer I (Rotational)

PNM; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PNM is seeking an entry-level engineer to develop knowledge through standard techniques and procedures. The role supports projects of moderate scope, offers exposure to high voltage environments, and requires an ABET-accredited engineering degree with 1–3 years of related experience.

Responsibilities include basic engineering tasks, interactions with operational teams, and adherence to safety and industry standards. Some training and field exposure are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in engineering from ABET-accredited program with 1–3 years related experience.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide entry-level engineering support for small and repetitive projects.
• Conduct small or repetitive studies focusing on performance, cost, and scheduling.
• Provide basic engineering support to operational areas.
• Communicate engineering ideas, recommendations and evaluations.
• Represent the Company in fundamental technical matters.
• Provide entry-level technical support and interact with other associates.
• Apply company and industry standards to ensure safety and consistency of results.
• Provide occasional technical direction to contractors and lower-level staff.

Skills

Electrical theory

High voltage safety

Reading/interpreting documents

Communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

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

Under direct supervision, performs assignments designed to develop engineering work knowledge and abilities through the application of standard techniques, practices and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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