Generation Systems Engineer III / Senior - Steam Turbines

APS•Phoenix, AZ

20d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Generation Systems Engineer III / Senior - Steam Turbines, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of our energy systems. This position goes beyond technical execution—it's about big-picture thinking, continuous innovation, and meaningful collaboration. You’ll provide advanced engineering and analytical expertise to support the design and evolution of long-range generation system plans, while also leading engineering initiatives and offering strategic insights that help drive sustainable energy solutions. Your work will involve solving complex problems, making informed technical decisions, and serving as a trusted advisor to internal teams and stakeholders. If you're ready to step into a role that challenges the status quo and rewards initiative, you’ve come to the right place.

Requirements

A four-year bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline from an ABET accredited institution, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution or an ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) institution.
Five (5) years working experience in Engineering-related positions (for Generation Systems Engineer III).
Eight (8) years working experience in Engineering-related positions (for Generation Systems Engineer Senior).

Nice To Haves

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.
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Responsibilities

Perform technical assessments and economic evaluations of generation systems to inform long-range planning and decision-making.
Apply advanced engineering principles to support the design and optimization of generation infrastructure projects.
Provide guidance and oversight on engineering tasks, supporting project execution from concept through implementation.
Analyze operational and performance data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for system improvement.
Partner with internal stakeholders, including planning, operations, and finance, to align engineering outputs with business goals.
Offer technical support and direction to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
Take ownership of engineering interpretations and recommendations, making informed decisions that support organizational strategy.
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.