Talent Pipeline- Technical Specialist 2

LUMA Energy; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LUMA Energy in Puerto Rico seeks a technically skilled engineer to join a pipeline of professionals advancing the modernization of the island’s electrical grid. The role supports routine and complex technical deliverables and interfaces with field teams to ensure safety and reliability.

Reporting to a Supervisor/Manager, you will assist with planning, design drawings, equipment specs, and QA/QC processes while contributing to cost estimates and project support.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in a technical field is required.
• 2 years of applicable experience; Master’s degree counts as one year.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities are essential.
• Ability to mentor junior team members and share knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assists and performs assignments in specialized areas requiring technical skills.
• Supports projects within scope, schedule, and cost.
• Supports review of functional specifications for completeness and consider practical limitations.
• Collaborates with design activities as a member of a multi-disciplinary technical team.
• Supports with basic work planning, budgeting and cost estimating.
• Supports development and updating single line diagrams, and design drawings, and equipment specifications. Supports material procurement.
• Supports QA/QC process.
• Provides technical support to field and construction groups.
• Assist with and improvement processes and standards.
• Collaborates with reporting, including presentations to work groups and management.
• Position may be required to work extended hours including major storm restoration work and associated drills as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Mentor junior team members

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (ABET-accredited)

Job description

Job Summary:

We are building a pipeline of experienced professionals interested in advancing their careers while supporting LUMA Energy’s mission to rebuild and modernize Puerto Rico’s electrical grid. Join our network to be considered for future opportunities that drive the transformation of the island’s energy system and contribute to long‑term resiliency and reliability.

Reporting to the Supervisor/Manager this position is responsible for executing routine technical activities and coordinating and supporting more complex technical deliverables. The role requires technical aptitude, problem-solving ability, and excellent teamwork skills to be successful.

• Provides technical assistance in support of others.
• Applies technical knowledge to help promote a safe work environment and to enhance customer satisfaction.

Job Description:

• Assist and performs assignments in specialized areas requiring technical skills.

• Supports projects within scope, schedule, and cost.

• Supports review of functional specifications for completeness and consider practical limitations.

• Collaborates with design activities as a member of a multi-disciplinary technical team.

• Supports with basic work planning, budgeting and cost estimating.

• Supports development and updating single line diagrams, and design drawings, and equipment specifications. Supports material procurement.

• Supports QA/QC process.

• Provides technical support to field and construction groups.

• Assist with and improvement processes and standards.

• Collaborates with reporting, including presentations to work groups and management.

• Position may be required to work extended hours including major storm restoration work and associated drills as assigned.

• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description:

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field from a college accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).

2 years of applicable experience or a combination of education and applicable experience. Master’s degree counts as one year.

Skills

• General knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform assignments for a specific discipline, various installations, or services
• Business knowledge in the utility & regulated environment.
• Proven experience applying sound judgment to make decisions.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship development skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with internal and external customers.
• Excellent team player and ability to prioritize assignments to meet commitments.
• Problem-solving skills with proven ability to resolve engineering issues.
• Mentor to junior team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a technical discipline.
• Experience in utility industry trade organizations.

Travel Requirements

• Travels: Yes
• Percent of time: 30% approximately

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom
• Climb - Seldom
• Kneel - Seldom
• Grab - Seldom
• Bend - Seldom
• Lift/carry over - 10 - 30 LBS approximately
• Vision - Vision acuity to operate vehicle
• Hearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to

Working Conditions

• Wet or Humid - Seldom
• Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom
• Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom
• Working in high places - Seldom
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Seldom
• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom
• Work with Electricity - Seldom
• Loud noise conditions (above 87dB)- Seldom

LUMA Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, military status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or local laws.