POSTING DEADLINE This position is posted until filled.
DEPARTMENT Department: DOC Engineering
PREFERENCES Position focusThis position focuses on Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and real-time operational functions supporting PNM's electric distribution system. The engineer will work with other DOC Engineers, Distribution Operations, Schneider Electric, and other technical teams to support reliable telemetry, equipment status, alarms, operator displays, and remote-control capabilities.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Configure and maintain SCADA devices, points, alarms, and operator displays.
- Validate point mapping, communications, and data quality between field equipment and operational systems.
- Develop and execute test procedures, document results, investigate defects, and support point-to-point testing, failover verification, commissioning, and cutover activities.
- Coordinate control testing with authorized operations and field personnel using approved procedures.
- Troubleshoot telemetry, control, alarm, communications, and application issues in collaboration with the responsible technical teams.
- Support controlled configuration changes, software updates, recovery testing, and technical documentation.
This role will involve deploying, evaluating, and optimizing advanced ADMS applications, including IVVM, FLISR, and DERMS, in coordination with other DOC Engineers and the responsible technical teams. Work will include assessing telemetry, controls, communications, and network-model readiness; validating application behavior; and supporting expansion to additional feeders and distributed energy resources. The engineer will analyze operational data and application results to identify recurring issues, help prioritize feeders or devices needing investigation or improvement, and recommend corrective actions. Responsibilities will also include supporting operators as applications progress from initial deployment or advisory use to approved automatic operation, while continuing to support reliable production systems.
Relevant experienceRelevant SCADA experience is required, and specific Electric-Utility Distribution SCADA experience is preferred. This should include hands-on experience with SCADA configuration, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, or application support.
Experience with Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure ADMS, particularly its SCADA functionality, is preferred but not required. Experience with other electric-utility SCADA platforms is also relevant. Additional desirable experience includes utility communications protocols such as DNP3, RTUs and intelligent electronic devices, networking fundamentals, and scripting or data analysis tools.
JOB DESCRIPTION Engineer I Salary: DOE
SUMMARY:
Under direct supervision, performs assignments designed to develop engineering work knowledge and abilities through the application of standard techniques, practices and procedures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides entry-level engineering support for projects that are small and somewhat repetitive in nature
Conducts small or repetitive studies or participates in larger studies where project performance, cost, and scheduling are the key factors of evaluation
Provides basic engineering support to operational areas
Communicates engineering ideas, recommendations and evaluations
Represents the Company in technical matters that are fundamental in nature
Provides entry-level technical support to and interacts with other associates
Uses the Company and industry standards to ensure safety and consistency of engineering results
Provides occasional technical direction and/or activity supervision to contractors and lower-level Company personnel
COMPETENCIES:
Knowledge and ability to apply the appropriate basic and well-established principles, practices and regulations in the incumbents respective discipline
Ability to read, interpret and apply national, state and local codes and standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC, ACI, AISC, etc.)
Demonstrated good leadership skills, self-motivation, and good interpersonal skills
Ability to translate electrical theory and physics to utility application for improving system reliability
Demonstrated confidence working in and around high voltage (up to 345kV) electrical facilities. and equipment
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors Degree in engineering from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET) and one to three years related experience.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must possess current, legally valid driver's license and meet the Company's driving record requirements.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence, write speeches, and presentations
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, employees, and managers of the organization
COMPUTER SKILLS:
In-depth knowledge of personal computers including demonstrated proficiency with electrical engineering design programs, such as Autocad
Working knowledge of operating systems, word processing, database, and spreadsheet software
ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out complex instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with complex problems involving several concrete variables in complicated situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position requires periods of frequent sitting, standing, walking, and exposure to outside elements, lifting (50 pounds or under), crouching, bending, climbing and working at various heights.
Protective equipment required: Hard-hat, safety glasses and hearing protection.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Time will be divided between office and field, with a majority of time in the office.
Work will be around high voltage electricity, computers, office equipment, and construction equipment.
JOB DESCRIPTION Engineer III Salary: DOE
SUMMARY:
Manages moderately scoped engineering projects and detailed phases of larger initiatives to support the delivery of safe, reliable electric power. Applies broad engineering expertise to resolve complex problems, oversee technical studies, and support operational areas through improved standards and processes. Influences engineering practices and provides guidance to contractors and colleagues.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Handles all engineering aspects of projects with moderate scope or detailed components of major projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery
Leads and conducts performance, cost, and scheduling studies using conventional and innovative engineering techniques
Supports operational teams by applying standard and non-standard engineering practices to improve system reliability and efficiency
Communicates engineering ideas, recommendations, and evaluations effectively to diverse internal audiences in meetings and presentations
Represents the company's interests in complex engineering matters, providing technical direction and oversight to contractors and company personnel
Applies knowledge of national, state, and local electrical codes and standards (such as IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC) to ensure compliance and safety
Translates electrical theory and physics into practical utility applications to enhance system performance and reliability
Forecasts project budgets and contribute to resource planning and allocation
Coaches and mentors junior engineers, fostering their professional development and ensuring quality standards are met
Maintains a safe work environment by adhering to company protocols when working around high voltage electrical facilities
COMPETENCIES:
Broad knowledge and proven ability to apply engineering principles, practices and regulations to, and perform economic and decision analysis studies of issues in areas including, but not limited to, generation, transmission, distribution, system planning, financial and regulatory issues, asset utilization, and environmental controls and regulations
Ability to read, interpret and apply national, state and local codes and standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC, ACI, AISC, ASME, NACE, etc.)
Ability to translate electrical theory and physics to utility application for improving system reliability
Ability to make informed repair decisions following company protocols
Comfortable working in and around high voltage (up to 345kV) electrical facilities and equipment
Ability to forecast budgets
Demonstrated leadership skills, self-motivation, and interpersonal skills
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a college/university accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET), plus four or more years of engineering experience or three or more with a Fundamentals of Engineering certificate or three or more with a Master's Degree in Engineering.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS
Fundamentals of Engineering certificate is preferred.
Must possess current, legally valid driver's license and meet the Company's driving record requirements.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence, write speeches, and presentations
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, employees, and managers of the organization
COMPUTER SKILLS:
In-depth knowledge of personal computers including demonstrated proficiency with electrical engineering design programs
In depth knowledge of word processing, database, and spreadsheet software
ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out complex instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with complex problems involving several concrete variables in complicated situations.
Physical Demands
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, and exposure to outdoor elements. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Activities may include crouching, bending, climbing, and working at various heights. Use of protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, and hearing protection required.
Work Environment
Work environment includes office settings and field locations around high voltage electrical facilities and construction equipment.
JOB DESCRIPTION Engineer II Salary: DOE
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