Planning Engineer

Global Talent Resources, Inc; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 88,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Talent Resources, Inc is seeking a senior electrical engineer to design, manage, and support electric transmission, distribution, and substation projects in Lubbock. You will lead engineering efforts, coordinate with construction and operations teams, and work to improve reliability, safety, and performance of utility infrastructure.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 4+ years of experience, and a PE license in Texas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• Four or more years of electric distribution engineering experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• Knowledge of utility transmission, distribution, and substation engineering.
• Experience with CAD, GIS, SCADA, and engineering analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage transmission, distribution, street lighting, and substation projects.
• Perform system studies including load flow, short circuit, voltage drop, protection coordination, and transformer sizing.
• Prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Coordinate with construction, operations, customers, and stakeholders.
• Support distribution, substation, planning, SCADA, communications, and NERC/CIP initiatives.
• Supervise engineering staff and manage contracts.
• Respond to system emergencies and support restoration efforts.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

PE certification

Tools

CAD

GIS

SCADA

Job description

Location(s)

• Lubbock, Texas

Compensation

• $103,896 annually ($49.95/hour)

Position Summary

Design, manage, and support electric transmission, distribution, and substation projects while leading engineering efforts, coordinating with construction and operations teams, and improving the reliability, safety, and performance of utility infrastructure.

Job Function

• Design and manage transmission, distribution, street lighting, and substation projects.
• Perform system studies including load flow, short circuit, voltage drop, protection coordination, and transformer sizing.
• Prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Coordinate with construction, operations, customers, and stakeholders.
• Support distribution, substation, planning, SCADA, communications, and NERC/CIP initiatives.
• Supervise engineering staff and manage contracts.
• Respond to system emergencies and support restoration efforts.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Four or more years of electric distribution engineering experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer (PE).
• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• Knowledge of utility transmission, distribution, and substation engineering.
• Experience with CAD, GIS, SCADA, and engineering analysis software.
• Strong project management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to prepare technical reports and supervise engineering staff.

Benefits

• Full-time, exempt position with benefits (specific benefits not provided in the source document).

Appealing Facts About Living in Lubbock, Texas

• Affordable cost of living compared to many Texas metro areas.
• Strong utility, engineering, and infrastructure career opportunities.
• Home to a major university with vibrant arts and sports.
• More than 250 days of sunshine each year.
• Convenient access to parks, wineries, and West Texas outdoor recreation.