Generation Systems Engineer III | Engineer Senior - Steam Turbines

Arizona Public Service - APS; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading energy provider as a Generation Systems Engineer III, focusing on steam turbines. This role offers the chance to apply your engineering expertise to impactful projects that shape Arizona's energy future. You will be responsible for providing technical guidance, preparing engineering plans, and ensuring project objectives align with customer requirements. This innovative company values collaboration and is committed to creating a sustainable energy future. If you are passionate about engineering and looking for a role that offers both challenge and opportunity, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in engineering-related positions required for Engineer III.
• 8+ years experience for Engineer, Senior - Steam Turbines.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical engineering support for system plans and engineering requests.
• Prepare engineering plans, designs, analysis, and specifications.

Skills

Problem analysis/resolution techniques

Technical guidance

Engineering methods and analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

Arizona Public Service generates clean, reliable and affordable energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.

Summary

Generation Systems Engineer III | Engineer Senior - Steam Turbines

The Generation Systems Engineer III - Steam Turbines provides technical engineering, design, economic and analytical support to participate in the development of long-range system plans and conducting of engineering requests, proposals and presentations.

You are responsible for:

1. Performing engineering tasks requiring skills and experience gained through application of engineering methods and analysis.
2. Responsibility for technical decisions and interpretations.
3. Providing technical guidance and leadership to others as needed.
4. May be subject to shift work.

The Generation Systems Engineer, Senior - Steam Turbines applies in-depth technical knowledge and expertise to complex engineering and construction projects and in resolving emergent issues. Is depended upon regularly in one or more areas of engineering expertise with in-depth knowledge in related field or wide breadth of engineering knowledge in general fields.

You are responsible for:

1. Understanding engineering technology and process concepts for the organization and processes.
2. Work is reviewed from a long-term perspective and mainly for results.
3. Establishing most effective solution to problems.
4. Sought out for solutions that are acted on as a final technical basis for decisions.
5. May be subject to shift work.

Minimum Requirements

Engineer III - Steam Turbines

1. A four year Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline (see approved list) from an ABET accredited institution
2. plus five (5) years working experience in Engineering-related positions.

Engineer, Senior -Steam Turbines

1. A four year Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline (see approved list) from an ABET accredited institution
2. plus eight (8) years working experience in Engineering-related positions.

Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications

1. Problem analysis/resolution techniques.
2. Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, practices, methods and safety standards in the area of applicable engineering discipline.
3. Experience in the utility industry.
4. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Approved degrees:

Materials Science/Metallurgy, Physics, Chemistry, Math, Nuclear, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Electronics, Computer Science, Environmental, Chemical, Architectural, Structural. (A four-year bachelor of Engineering Technology degree is not considered an automatic equivalent for a B.S. degree in Engineering. A review of the degree program curriculum must be completed by Engineering department management.)

Major Accountabilities

1. Prepares engineering plans, designs, analysis, specifications, cost estimates, evaluations, studies, technical reviews, investigations and verifications.
2. Interfaces with customers and other departments to ensure project objectives are understood and that work scope meets customer requirements, budget and schedule.
3. Enhances department performance and productivity and/or unit performance by formulating, coordinating, performing analysis and making recommendations for improvements.
4. May provide oversight of engineering technical programs by managing the program requirements, working with cross organizational partners, reviewing and internalizing operating experience and coordinating corrective actions to ensure engineering program elements continue to remain healthy.
5. May assume responsibility for small- to medium-scale projects which include planning, designing, scheduling and coordinating all facets of the project.
6. Provides technical guidance and leadership to less experienced engineers.
7. May participate in developing long-range strategies for significant site problems.
8. Provides input to projects and recommends modifications to increase operating efficiency and/or reviews design and documentation of projects to ensure compliance with design specifications, schedules and any regulatory requirements.
9. Remains cognizant of current technology and engineering developments as well as industry and competitive developments.

Export Compliance / EEO Statement

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws.

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Hybrid:

Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person). In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.

*Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).

*Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.

*Role types are subject to change based on business need.