Engineer - Design/Configuration Management Electrical/I&C

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean 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

As an Engineer - Design/Configuration Management Electrical/I&C, you will help ensure the reliability, efficiency, and long-term performance of critical power system infrastructure. By applying engineering analysis, technical expertise, and sound decision-making, you will contribute to projects and system plans that support safe, dependable energy delivery for the communities APS serves. Your work will help shape solutions that support operational excellence today while preparing for future energy needs.

What Your Day Would Be Like

• Provide engineering analysis and technical support for electrical and instrumentation & control (I&C) systems that help maintain reliable power generation and delivery.

• Participate in the development of long-range system plans, helping identify opportunities to improve performance, reliability, and efficiency.

• Evaluate engineering requests, proposals, and technical challenges, recommending solutions based on data, analysis, and engineering principles.

• Collaborate with engineers, project teams, and operational stakeholders to develop and implement effective technical solutions.

• Present technical findings, recommendations, and project updates to support informed decision-making.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to colleagues while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

Who We’re Looking For

• Experience applying engineering methods, analysis, and problem-solving techniques to complex technical challenges.

• Knowledge of electrical and/or instrumentation and control systems with the ability to evaluate technical information and develop practical solutions.

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with increasing confidence in making technical recommendations and decisions.

• Effective communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts and present findings clearly to a variety of audiences.

• A collaborative team player who can build strong working relationships and provide technical guidance when needed.

• A proactive professional who demonstrates accountability, sound judgment, and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Minimum Requirements

• A four-year Bachelors degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution or an ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA). Engineering degree must be from an accredited College of Engineering Program. (A four-year Bachelor of Engineering Technology degree is not considered directly equivalent to a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering. Equivalency may be considered based on a review of the degree program curriculum, subject to approval by Engineering department management.)

• PLUS five (5) years experience in Engineering-related positions.

• A relevant Masters degree in Engineering may substitute for one (1) year of required experience.

Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.

• Problem analysis/resolution techniques.

• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, practices, methods and safety standards in the area of applicable engineering discipline.

• Experience in the utility industry. Experience in nuclear industry for jobs at Palo Verde.

• Professional Engineer licensure.

Nuclear Requirements

Any PVNGS employee may be called upon to serve as a member of the Emergency Response Organization (ERO) and will be expected to fulfill their obligation as an ERO member. Any PVNGS employee may be called upon to support a refueling or short-notice outage. This includes line roles and responsibilities as necessary to execute outage activities. These are conditions of employment at PVNGS.

Major Accountabilities

• Prepares engineering plans, designs, analysis, specifications, cost estimates, evaluations, studies, technical reviews, investigations and verifications.

• Complies with design, regulatory, operating and maintenance requirements.

• Ensures engineering analyses, design, project control, schedule commitments, or oversight work is technically sound, cost effective, and in compliance with established standards, codes, and regulations.

• Checks and reviews analysis, evaluations, and investigations of others.

• Interfaces with customers and other departments to ensure project objectives are understood and that work scope meets customer requirements, budget and schedule.

• Contacts customers and various levels of management to obtain or present technical data.

• Presents the results of designs, studies projects (in terms of new techniques) or approaches to subordinates, colleagues, management and customers.

• Enhances department performance and productivity and/or unit performance by formulating, coordinating, performing analysis and making recommendations for improvements.

• Provides technical assistance and guidance to department personnel to enhance department performance and productivity.

• 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.

• May assume responsibility for small- to medium-scale projects which include planning, designing, scheduling and coordinating all facets of the project.

• Identifies potential schedule or quality problems and initiates corrective action. Takes initiative to eliminate barriers and uses resources to ensure desired results.

• May interface with outside agencies and regulatory authorities.

• Provides technical guidance and leadership to less experienced engineers.

• May participate in developing long-range strategies for significant site problems.

• 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.

• 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. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.

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. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.

Plant/Field Role:

This position requires work to be performed in the field and/or at the work site due to the nature of the role. However, some flexibility may be provided for remote work from home, as business needs and job requirements allow

Any PVGS employees may be called upon for random Fitness for Duty (FFD) testing during scheduled working hours. Employees, if off-site, must report to FFD at Palo Verde as soon as reasonably practicable, but no more than 120 minutes after being notified. Employees who are onsite when notified will have no more than 60 minutes to report after being notified.