Transmission Operations Engineer II

APS•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Arizona Public Service generates clean, reliable and affordable 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 The Transmission Operations Engineer II supports the reliable delivery of power across APS’s transmission system by analyzing system conditions, identifying risks, and helping operators make informed, real‑time decisions. Through power flow studies, contingency analysis, and real‑time reporting, this role helps keep the grid stable, efficient, and responsive.

Requirements

An engineer with experience applying engineering methods and analysis in a transmission or power system operations environment
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate it into clear, actionable operational insights
Experience supporting or working alongside real‑time operations, reporting, or system monitoring activities
A collaborative problem‑solver who can work with general guidance and contribute technical input when needed
Someone comfortable providing limited technical guidance and support to others
A four year Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline (see approved list) from an ABET accredited institution plus two (2) years working experience in Engineering-related positions.
Approved Engineer degrees: Materials Science/Metallurgy, Physics, Chemistry, Math, Nuclear, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Electronics, Computer Science, Environmental, Chemical, Architectural, Structural. (A four-year bachelor of Engineering Technology degree is not considered an automatic equivalent for a B.S. degree in Engineering. A review of the degree program curriculum must be completed by Engineering department management.)

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of power flow, contingency analysis, security constrained economic dispatch, and/or transmission services.
Familiarity with PSLF, PowerWorld, or PSSE.
Familiarity with Energy Management System (EMS) and Real-Time Contingency Analysis (RTCA).
Familiarity with NERC Reliability Standards.
Problem analysis/resolution techniques.
Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, practices, methods and safety standards in the area of applicable engineering discipline.

Responsibilities

Analyze transmission system conditions using power flow, contingency, and operational studies to support real‑time and future grid reliability
Develop and deliver real‑time operational reports and data insights that help our 24 hour Energy Control Center operators respond quickly to system conditions
Perform data analysis to identify trends, constraints, and risks impacting transmission operations and market outcomes
Support the implementation of flowgate methodology for transmission services
Collaborate with operators, engineers, and other stakeholders to troubleshoot issues and improve operational performance
Provide technical guidance and support to peers, and participate on‑call rotation responsibilities to support system operations
Analyzes and prepares a variety of data, technical reviews and evaluations, trend analyses, short to long-range technology assessments, products and services, investigations, product/specification verifications to aid decision making. May present findings to a diverse group of management, internal staff, customers, vendors, etc.
Identifies, communicates and advocates resolution of technical concerns while adhering to sound engineering principles during evaluation / resolution of the conditions. Challenges conditions and decisions when needed to ensure plant systems, engineering designs, project controls and oversight of work has high technical quality, is cost effective, in compliance with established standards, codes and regulations, maintains future reliability, satisfies customer requirements, budget and schedules to meet or exceed all reasonable or agreed upon customer service levels.
Interfaces with customers or cross organizational team members to assess their needs, determine the scope of the project, obtain necessary data to make key decisions which may require consultation with external or internal customers or employees.
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.
Provides support for projects and modifications that will increase operating efficiency. May review design and documentation of projects to ensure compliance with design specifications, schedules and any regulatory requirements.
May assume responsibility for small- to medium-scale projects which include planning, designing, scheduling and coordinating all facets of the project.
Checks and reviews standard analysis, evaluations, and investigations of others.
May provide technical guidance and leadership to less experienced engineers.
Remains cognizant of current technology and engineering developments as well as industry and competitive developments. Maintains high individual level of engineering technical capabilities and expertise by formal education, self-study, and awareness of technology advances.