Electrical Engineer (Arizona)

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrical Engineer to join our team in Phoenix Arizona

As an Electrical Engineer, you will provide critical engineering support and technical leadership for utility-scale infrastructure projects, including high voltage (69kV and above) transmission lines and substation equipment. Your role will involve high voltage utility replacements, modifications, emergency service, and routine maintenance with a focus on substation-related projects.

The position is for a base year of 12 months, with the potential for renewal based on performance and project needs. Principal work will be performed in an office environment at WAPA’s Desert Southwest Regional Office, 615 South 43rd Ave, Phoenix, Arizona.

The salary range of this role is $110-125k/annually.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support and lead engineering activities related to the maintenance, restoration, and construction of high voltage transmission lines and substation equipment

Develop, review, and update electrical designs and drawings for substation equipment repairs, replacements, and additions

Provide technical support for equipment testing, commissioning, and documentation

Assist maintenance staff with advanced high voltage transmission systems, including developing and implementing test and troubleshooting procedures

Ensure compliance with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC)/Midwest Reliability Organization (MRO) standards

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of high voltage equipment, safety requirements, and relevant codes and standards.

Qualifications to be successful in the role: 

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) preferred, with an emphasis in power systems, or a minimum of six (6) years of experience in high voltage electric utility engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in Arizona is preferred but not required

Proficient in reading and interpreting one-line diagrams, plans, sections, AC and DC schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, and cable/conduit schedules

Extensive knowledge in the maintenance, repair, and testing of high voltage electric utility substation equipment

Ability to develop and adapt procedures for unique field situations

Experience in managing and supporting compliance with NERC, WECC, MRO, and Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards

Strong safety awareness and experience working with high voltage equipment

Must be available to work on federal holidays if required

Work Environment:

Regular field work will be conducted at remote electrical substations

Telework options may be available with approval from the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

Travel Requirement:

Travel may be required; specific travel needs will be identified and funded as necessary

Why Planate?

Planate Management Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management, and professional service solutions anytime, anywhere. We Take Care of Our Own; Personally, and Professionally, Up and Down The Line.

Full-time employees enjoy the following benefits:

Medical insurance

401K plan eligibility upon hire

Health and Savings Account plan

Life Insurance Coverage

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Wellness Offering

Training and Development

License/Certification support

Recognition and Rewards program

Travel Insurance

We’d love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client's mission!