Engineer thru Senior Engineer (Transmission Project Development)

Oncor Electric Delivery•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

As an Engineer with our Transmission Project Development team at Oncor, you’ll plan, lead, and oversee engineering and project management responsibilities for the screening, preliminary analysis, and development of future projects and plans. Includes high level feasibility scoping, estimating, and conceptual planning. We are considering applicants with multiple experience levels. Please view all details related to responsibilities, education, and experience level for each level of consideration.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple resources.
Excellent communication and team-building skills for effective relationships with internal and external customers.
Leadership, subject knowledge, and design/planning experience to provide direction for system wide transmission line and station projects.
Knowledge of electrical power transmission systems, grid operations, and industry standards.
Proficiency in engineering software and tools.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
Basic knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook).
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering required for all roles.
2+ years of design, planning or other relevant engineering experience required for Engineer.
4+ years of design, planning or other relevant engineering experience required for Staff Engineer.
6+ years of design, planning or other relevant engineering experience required for Senior Engineer.

Nice To Haves

Applicants with experience working in or for an electric utility are encouraged to apply.
Applicants capable of obtaining or already have their Professional Engineer (PE) license are encouraged to apply.
Willing and able to participate in training of other engineers.
Compliance with applicable standards, protocols and Oncor Safety guides.
Demonstrates growth in knowledge of subject matter covered in Transmission, Substation, or Planning Standards.
Demonstrates ability to interface with external and internal business partners in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

Reviews, analyzes, and develops transmission line and station projects ensuring they meet reliability and efficiency standards.
Evaluates and supports strategies for customer interconnection requests including initial screening as well as proactive area concepts and planning.
Interface closely with cross-functional teams, internally & externally to achieve common goals.
Lead or support projects related to developing Transmission plans ensuring they can be completed on time and within budget.
Maintain current knowledge and monitor all electric utility rules, standards and regulatory requirements for reliable, safe operation of the Oncor transmission system.
Utilizes computer-based project management or company systems.
Performs other system studies and analyses as requested.
Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements.

Benefits

Annual incentive program
Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
Ability to earn wellness incentives (up to $2,300 in 2026 as an Employee only) and other wellbeing resources.
401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
401k match for student debt program
Cash balance pension plan
Adoption Assistance
Mental health resources
Employee resource groups
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays
Paid parental leave
Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury
Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan