Agency InformationNOTICE TO APPLICANTS Applications must contain a complete employment history, including:
- Job title
- Dates of employment
- Name of employer
- Supervisor's name and phone number
- Description of duties performed, demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position
Important: Resumes do not replace the required information on the CAPPS State of Texas application. Applications stating, "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted.
The employment history provided on your resume must be consistent with the employment history on your application. Material, omissions, discrepancies, or conflicting employment information between the resume and State of Texas Application will result in an incomplete application and will not receive further consideration for the position It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure all required information and supporting documentation are complete, accurate, and submitted at the time of application.
Applicants must meet all required minimum qualifications to be considered for this position. The application must clearly demonstrate how the applicant meets the required minimum qualifications. Failure to provide sufficient information to verify minimum qualifications may result in the application not being further considered.
Required Documents The hiring manager has requested the document(s) below be submitted with the CAPPS State of Texas Application.
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- College Transcripts
Incomplete applications will not be considered Applicant Release Form Website Link WORK IN TEXAS APPLICANTS To apply for the position, it is best to go to the State of Texas Talent Management System to submit your application select our agency, Public Utility Commission of Texas:
State of Texas CAPPS Application System
If applying through Work In Texas (WIT) you will also need to complete the supplemental questions and forms to be considered for this posting. An automated email from the State of Texas Talent Management System will be sent to your email on file in WIT with additional instructions.
DIVISION INFRASTRUCTURE DEPARTMENT/SECTION ENGINEERING About the Infrastructure Division The Infrastructure Division addresses infrastructure planning, construction, operations, maintenance, and service quality in the electric and water industries, as well as some telecommunications infrastructure issues. The work of the division includes testimony and recommendation memos in dockets; rulemakings; complaint resolution; geographic information system mapping for water and sewer utility service areas; oversight of the Commission's evaluation, management, and verification contractor for electric utility energy efficiency programs; and Electric Reliability Council of Texas issues, including electricgas coordination. The division has three sections: Engineering, Infrastructure Analysis and Mapping.
Engineering Section The Engineering Section reviews and recommends routes for new electric transmission lines, electric utility requests to build new generating facilities, and requests for electric utility sales, transfers, and mergers. The section analyzes utilities, cost of facilities, equipment, and supplies, the rate to allocate costs over their useful life, expenses to operate and maintain facilities, and funds set aside for emergency events. The section also addresses electric reliability and service quality issues and complaints about the cost of obtaining utility service.
Infrastructure Analysis Section The Infrastructure Analysis Section addresses the need for water and electric utility service area changes as well as water utility purchases. Other issues the section addresses include distressed water utilities, including the capital costs and operations and maintenance expenses incurred by temporary managers of those utilities; electric utility fuel and purchased power costs; electric utility advanced metering systems; and telephone area codes and other numbering resource issues.
Mapping Section The Mapping Section uses Geographic Information System software to manage and maintain boundary data and maps for electric, water, and sewer certificated service areas; review water and sewer mapping data and maps in applications that obtain or amend certificated service areas; provide mapping guidance on certificates of convenience and necessity (CCN) mapping requirements; respond to public and staff requests for electric, water, sewer data and maps; manage and maintain the state's Electricity Supply Chain Map; and manage the Water and Sewer CCN Viewer, electric viewers and telecommunication viewer.
Looking to take the next step in your engineering career? Interested in putting your technical expertise to work in public service? The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) offers a unique opportunity to work on infrastructure issues that directly impact Texans. From electric reliability to infrastructure planning to water utility operations and emerging technologies, the work we do plays an important role in supporting essential utility services across the state.
The Engineering Section is seeking
Engineering Specialists, Project Engineers, and Engineers to evaluate complex technical and regulatory issues involving electric and water utility infrastructure. These positions involve analyzing infrastructure planning, construction, operations and maintenance; conducting investigations and developing recommendations on issues affecting utility services throughout Texas. Responsibilities also include participating in regulatory proceedings, preparing expert testimony, and contributing to rulemaking and other regulatory projects.
If enjoy tackling complex technical challenges, developing practical solutions, and making a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. Bring your engineering knowledge, analytical skills, and commitment to public service to the PUCT, where you'll have the opportunity to contribute to important regulatory decisions affecting Texas' utility infrastructure.
SALARY RANGE Salary commensurate with qualifications. Engineering Specialist Monthly Salary
Engineering Spec III
Engineering Spec IV
Engineering Spec V
Engineering Spec VI
Starting Salary
$73,476 ($6,123)
$76,764 ($6,397)
$80,004 ($7,001)
$90,252 ($7,521)
Max Salary
$78,756 ($6,563)
$82,895 ($7,254)
$93,132 ($7,761)
$105,012 ($8,751)
Project Manager Monthly Salary
Project Manager II
Project Manager III
Project Manager IV
Project Manager V
Starting Salary
$78,744 ($6,562)
$84,012 ($7,001)
$96,707 ($7,439)
$92,616 ($7,718)
Max Salary
$87,048 ($7,254)
$93,132 ($7,761)
$105,012 ($8,751)
$120,768 ($10,064)
Engineer Monthly Salary
Engineer III, B25
Engineer IV, B26
Engineer V, B27
Engineer VI, B28
Starting Salary
$84,012 ($7,001)
$96,707 ($7,439)
$94,500 ($7,875)
$105,012 ($8,751)
Max Salary
$94,500 ($7,875)
$105,012 ($8,751)
$115,512 ($9,626)
$120,768 ($10,064)
The ideal candidate should possess the following minimum qualifications. Applicants must meet all the required minimum qualifications to be considered for this position.
ENGINEERING SPECIALIST Engineering Specialist III Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor or postgraduate degree in engineering.
Engineering Specialist IV Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor or postgraduate degree in engineering,
and a minimum of two (2) years of fulltime work experience in engineering related activities, field or system operations, or planning.
Engineering Specialist V Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor or postgraduate degree in engineering, or related field
and a minimum of four (4) years of fulltime work experience in engineering related activities, field or system operations, or planning.
Engineering Specialist VI Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor or postgraduate degree in engineering, or related field
and a minimum of six (6) years of fulltime work experience in engineering related activities, field or system operations, or planning.
PROJECT MANAGER Project Manager II Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor or postgraduate degree in engineering
and a Texas EngineerinTraining Certification.
Project Manager III Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor or postgraduate degree in engineering; a Texas EngineerinTraining Certification;
and a minimum of two (2) years of fulltime work experience in engineering related activities, field or system operations, or planning.
Project Manager IV Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor or postgraduate degree in engineering, or related field; a Texas EngineerinTraining Certification;
and a minimum of four (4) years of fulltime work experience in engineering related activities, field or system operations, or planning
or seven (7) years of fulltime work experience in engineering related activities, field or system operations, or planning.
Project Manager V Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor or postgraduate degree in engineering, or related field; a Texas EngineerinTraining Certification;
and a minimum of six (6) years of fulltime work experience in engineering related activities, field or system operations, or planning
or eight (8) years of fulltime work experience in engineering related activities, field or system operations, or planning.
ENGINEER Engineer III Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor or postgraduate degree in engineering, business with coursework in engineering, or related field
and an active Professional Engineer (PE) License in Texas.
Engineer IV Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor or postgraduate degree in engineering, business with coursework in engineering, or related field; an active Professional Engineer (PE) License in Texas;
and a minimum of two (2) years of fulltime work experience as a licensed PE performing engineering related activities, field or system operations, or planning.
Engineer V Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor or postgraduate degree in engineering, business with coursework in engineering, or related field; an active Professional Engineer (PE) License in Texas;
and a minimum of four (4) years of fulltime work experience as a licensed PE performing engineering related activities, field or system operations, or planning.
Engineer VI Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a bachelor or postgraduate degree in engineering, business with coursework in engineering, or related field; an active Professional Engineer (PE) License in Texas;
and a minimum of six (6) years of fulltime work experience as a licensed PE performing engineering related activities, field or system operations, or planning.
Preferred Qualifications The ideal candidate will also possess one or more of the following preferred qualifications:
- Experience working in or with electric utilities, including involvement in transmission planning studies, load forecasting, or reliability assessments.
- Experience interpreting and applying electric utility distribution and transmission pole standards in engineering
