
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
retirement savings plan
Employee assistance program
Professional Development
Paid holidays
Job Description
CPS Energy is a leading, community-focused energy company that plays a vital role in powering the growth and success of the areas it serves. With a strong workforce of approximately 3,500 dedicated employees spanning diverse roles such as engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians, project coordinators, risk analysts, customer service operators, community representatives, safety and security specialists, communicators, human resources partners, and information technology technicians, CPS Energy is committed to enhancing the lives of the communities it supports. This broad spectrum of professionals collaborates to deliver reliable and efficient electric and gas services, ensuring that the infrastructure and systems meet the evolving needs of customers and stakeholders.
CPS Energy is currently looking for talented and driven Engineers to join their dynamic team. The Engineer position is critical in maintaining the safe, reliable, and economic around-the-clock operation of the company’s generation, electric transmission, and distribution systems. Engineers at CPS Energy are entrusted with key responsibilities that include design, construction, maintenance, and operation of complex power plants, transmission lines, substations, distribution systems, gas systems, and control centers. This role goes beyond routine engineering tasks and involves continuous monitoring and balancing of energy flow and responding effectively to system disturbances.
This position also offers a unique opportunity to work in cross-functional planning and system strategy initiatives within a fast-paced and evolving environment. Engineers partner with various internal departments including generation, transmission, distribution, gas, forecasting, finance, regulatory, and operations to evaluate complex technical data, support long-range infrastructure plans, and develop practical data-driven recommendations aimed at improving overall system reliability, cost-efficiency, and operational readiness. Success in this position requires a proactive approach to working through ambiguity, building processes, and shaping new or evolving engineering programs from the ground up.
This role is classified under Pay Grade 16, with qualifications possibly affecting placement within different job levels. The position remains open until filled, emphasizing the ongoing need for qualified engineering professionals within CPS Energy. The company seeks candidates who bring a strong technical foundation, leadership capabilities, and a collaborative spirit necessary for driving innovation and excellence in energy services. By joining CPS Energy, Engineers become part of an organization committed to equal employment opportunity, fostering diversity, and maintaining integrity and respect in the workplace.
CPS Energy is currently looking for talented and driven Engineers to join their dynamic team. The Engineer position is critical in maintaining the safe, reliable, and economic around-the-clock operation of the company’s generation, electric transmission, and distribution systems. Engineers at CPS Energy are entrusted with key responsibilities that include design, construction, maintenance, and operation of complex power plants, transmission lines, substations, distribution systems, gas systems, and control centers. This role goes beyond routine engineering tasks and involves continuous monitoring and balancing of energy flow and responding effectively to system disturbances.
This position also offers a unique opportunity to work in cross-functional planning and system strategy initiatives within a fast-paced and evolving environment. Engineers partner with various internal departments including generation, transmission, distribution, gas, forecasting, finance, regulatory, and operations to evaluate complex technical data, support long-range infrastructure plans, and develop practical data-driven recommendations aimed at improving overall system reliability, cost-efficiency, and operational readiness. Success in this position requires a proactive approach to working through ambiguity, building processes, and shaping new or evolving engineering programs from the ground up.
This role is classified under Pay Grade 16, with qualifications possibly affecting placement within different job levels. The position remains open until filled, emphasizing the ongoing need for qualified engineering professionals within CPS Energy. The company seeks candidates who bring a strong technical foundation, leadership capabilities, and a collaborative spirit necessary for driving innovation and excellence in energy services. By joining CPS Energy, Engineers become part of an organization committed to equal employment opportunity, fostering diversity, and maintaining integrity and respect in the workplace.
Job Requirements
- bachelors of science degree in an engineering field from an ABET accredited four-year college or university
- texas professional engineer (PE) certification
- ability to lead cross-functional business initiatives and teams
- demonstrated ability to effectively handle a broad range of engineering assignments with minimum supervision
- demonstrated ability to manage project costs, timeline, scope, and risks
- effective communication skills focused on understanding customer needs and developing resolution
- strong people skills with a collaborative working style
- ability to work call duty and occasional unscheduled work in the evenings, weekends, or holidays after experience level permits
- ability to travel occasionally to off-site work, seminars, manufacturing plant inspections, etc.
- proficient in Microsoft Office package including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail, and scheduling
Job Qualifications
- bachelors of science degree in an engineering field from an ABET accredited four-year college or university
- texas professional engineer (PE) certification
- demonstrated mastery of engineering discipline skills
- ability to lead cross-functional business initiatives and teams
- demonstrated ability to effectively handle a broad range of engineering assignments with minimum supervision
- demonstrated ability to manage project costs, timeline, scope, and risks
- effective communication skills focused on understanding customer needs and developing resolution
- strong people skills with a collaborative working style
- proficient in Microsoft Office package including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail, and scheduling
- preferred transmission engineering experience
- preferred master’s degree from an accredited university
Job Duties
- attends seminars and continuing education opportunities for professional development
- evaluates and recommends new standards, products, and/or services
- recommends and implements improvements to processes and procedures
- may include limited supervisory responsibilities, including oversight of lower level engineers
- makes frequent independent decisions and recommendations that affect the section, department, and/or division
- participates in and provides input to area budget
- actively works within financial objectives set by management
- serves as discipline expert to mentor and develop employees
- may sign and seal own engineering work and engineering work prepared by staff under oversight
- performs project and process improvement initiatives as assigned
- supports cross-functional planning initiatives by partnering with internal stakeholders across generation, transmission, distribution, gas, operations, forecasting, finance, and other business units to evaluate system needs and identify engineering solutions
- analyzes technical, operational, and planning data to support long-range infrastructure strategies, capital investment prioritization, and system performance improvement efforts
- develops, refines, and documents processes, assumptions, methodologies, and recommendations in support of new or evolving engineering and planning programs
- provides engineering input into complex, multi-disciplinary initiatives
- prepares technical analyses, presentations, and recommendations for leadership and cross-functional partners to support informed decision making
- identifies risks, dependencies, and improvement opportunities across interconnected systems and recommends practical actions to improve reliability, efficiency, and value to customers
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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