Rotational Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (20200493)
Successful candidates will participate in four 6-month assignments in various areas of the distribution, transmission and substation organizations to assist them in learning the functions of these areas. After the two year rotational period, the candidate will be assigned to a department.
- Areas where assignments are possible include:
- Distribution, 69kV or transmission planning
- Overhead and underground line design
- Substation design
- System Protection and Controls engineering
- Distributed Energy Resources
- Inter connecting non-APS generation to APS’s system
- Distribution standards
- Distribution or transmission operations engineering
- Advanced Grid Technologies / Smart Grid
Given the logistics of APS’s operations within Arizona, candidates should be flexible regarding geographic work location within Arizona per the rotation requirements of the program. Further, assignments are located within the Phoenix Metropolitan area, but may require travel throughout the State of Arizona.
Key Accountabilities:
- Engineer will perform tasks requiring basic application of engineering fundamentals to support the design, development, modification and implementation of a variety of transmission, distribution and substation systems and new products and services.
- Assists in conducting engineering, technical and economic analyses needed to assess proposed projects.
- Assists and/or prepares business cases and operating plans.
- Provide technical support for engineering systems in area of assignment.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Engineering emphasis preferred) or Civil Engineering
- Ideal graduation dates include: December 2019 and May 2020 or within the previous 24 months
- Knowledge of and ability to apply basic discipline engineering principles, practices and theories and use commonly applied engineering approaches and calculations
- Demonstrated ability in problem analysis/resolution techniques and knowledge of electrical systems design
- Must possess working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, practices and methods, and safety standards in the area of applicable engineering discipline
- Must possess general business perspective; problem solving skills, strong interpersonal and communication skills
How to Apply: Apply through your college job board and APS.com. For more information on the intern experience and what it means to work at APS: visit APS.com/college, follow us on Facebook and check out the APS College Intern Experience: https://youtu.be/5Uzn71dwNUI