Engineer thru Senior Engineer- East Distribution Operations Center (DOC)

Oncore Electric

$90K — $150K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required.
  • 5-7 years of relevant Electrical Engineering experience depending on level (Engineer to Senior Engineer).
  • Experience with CYME or other power flow software preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Experience with SQL and Python is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain complex computer models of the electric delivery system.
  • Prepare plans, standards, and operating procedures with minimal supervision.
  • Communicate and resolve issues with work groups effectively.
  • Manage multiple projects while ensuring quality and reliability.
  • Develop new processes and tools for data analysis in the electric system.
  • Incorporate safety as a priority in system project design and operations.
  • Perform power flow studies and maintain databases.

Benefits

  • Annual incentive program.
  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).
  • Wellness incentives and resources available.
  • 401k with dollar-for-dollar match up to 6%.
  • Tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance.
  • Paid parental leave and competitive vacation time.
Full Job Description
Salary Range: $90,233 - $150,601Close Date: 8/7/2026 at 3:00 pm CT
Relocation Offered: No

Summary

As an Engineer at Oncor you will play a vital role in the planning, design, maintenance, and enhancement of our transmission and distribution systems. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that contribute to the stability and sustainability of the electrical grid. Current projects within the company include: system protection architecture and design, system capacity upgrades, substation and transmission line design, system impact / performance studies, system automation technology applications, new microprocessor equipment applications, automated metering systems, material & equipment specification review, and emerging technology projects. Responsibilities include performing technical system studies, developing and preparing recommendations, assisting field personnel in solving operational issues and communicating action plans to appropriate personnel and entities.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned. Directly or through others, the incumbent:
  • Accurately develop and maintain complex computer models of the electric delivery system that are used to simulate the operation of the electric delivery system.
  • With minimum supervision, prepares plans, standards, and operating procedures consistent with good engineering practice.
  • With minimum supervision, accurately develops and maintains complex computer models of the electric delivery system that are used to simulate the operation of the electric delivery system.
  • Incorporates personnel and public safety as a priority in the design and operation of system projects.
  • Effectively communicates and resolves most issues with other work groups while presenting detailed documentation and plans ranging from slightly complex to complex design.
  • Effectively manages a significant number of projects while maintaining work product quality, reliability, and volume.
  • Develop new processes and tools that benefit the group in the analysis of the electric system and multiple large data sets of historical operating conditions.
  • Promote environmental responsibility, corporate citizenship, and ethical conduct while setting a standard of excellence.
  • Work independently and be able to train and coach newer less experienced engineers.
  • Perform power flow studies using CYME including creating and maintaining underlying databases.
  • High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office software including PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
  • Technical decision making, good interpersonal skills, organization skills, and effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements.

Skills
  • Proven leadership abilities, interpersonal skills.
  • Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) are essential.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational acumen.
  • Successful in cross-functional or collaborative environments.
  • Successful in time and project management.
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Power Point, and Word.
  • Applicants with CYME or other power flow software experience are encouraged to apply.
  • Applicants with SQL (Structured Query Language)/ Python experience are encouraged to apply.
  • Inquisitive by nature, self-motivated.
  • Team contributor.

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is required.
  • Applicants that are Engineers In Training with the ability to become registered PE in Texas are encouraged to apply.

Engineer
  • 2 years of Electrical Engineering experience is required.
  • Ability to learn quickly with moderate, close supervision.
  • Ability to work with moderate supervision.

Staff Engineer
  • 4 years of Electrical Engineering experience is required.
  • Ability to work as an individual contributor, team member or team leader.
  • Applicants with Distribution planning work experience are encouraged to apply.

Senior Engineer
  • 6 years of Electrical Engineering experience is required.
  • Applicants with Distribution planning work experience are encouraged to apply.
  • Ability to lead, direct, train and motivate others.

Measures of success
  • Responsive to requests from field personnel for expert guidance/recommendations.
  • Creates and develops a collaborative high performing team environment.
  • Fosters a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and creativity.
  • Effectively manages assigned processes, procedures, and programs from inception to completion while working both independently and with other groups.

Benefits:

At Oncor, we offer a comprehensive set of benefits, compensation and performance management programs designed specifically to attract, retain, motivate and reward our high-performing workforce. Our supportive and inclusive culture allows every team member the opportunity to thrive and make a difference. We invest in our employee's success and well-being by offering such things as:
  • 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.

Participation in benefit programs for employees in collective bargaining units is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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