Engineering Associate 2
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CPS Energy
Corpus Christi, TX (In Person)
Full-Time
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We are engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians, project coordinators, risk analysts, customer service operators, community representatives, safety and security specialists, communicators, human resources partners, information technology technicians and much, much more. We are 3,500 people committed to enhancing the lives of the communities we serve. Together, we are powering the growth and success of our community progress every day! Pay Grade 14 Qualifications may warrant placement at a different job level The deadline to apply is May 20th, 2026 at 11:59pm. Position Summary This position is located in Corpus Christi, Texas at the Barney Davis Power Plant. The Engineering Associate position holds the responsibility for the safe, reliable, and economic round-the-clock operation of the generation, electric transmission, and distribution systems. Duties include Engineering responsibilities for the design, construction, maintenance, and operation activities of our power plants, transmission lines, substations, distribution system, gas systems, control centers and others. These Engineering duties may include continuous monitoring and balancing of energy flow and responding to system disturbances, along with all generation, distribution, and transmission activities that provide electric and gas services to customers. Tasks and Responsibilities Attends seminars, continuing education opportunities for professional development Focuses on operational/tactical aspects of the work Recommends improvements to processes and procedures Handles work content that is increasingly complex Applies engineering skills that include evaluation and ingenuity Makes some independent decisions and often makes recommendations that affect the section, department and/or division Decisions have identifiable but relatively moderate impact on costs, timeline, safety and reliability May provide input to area budget Applies knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures Performs other project and process improvement initiatives as assigned Minimum Skills Minimum Knowledge and Abilities Approval by Business Unit Executive Leadership, as related to the business need for Engineering Associate 2's without their EIT. Ability to effectively work as an individual contributor and contributing team member. Ability to handle complex assignments with minimum supervision. Ability to work in a team environment, coordinating with other related areas to complete tasks and projects. Ability to research and solve problems. Effective interpersonal skills and written communication skills. Ability to build relationships with coworkers and customers. Demonstrates proficiency in basic management of projects and assignments. Ability to work call duty and occasional unscheduled work in the evenings, weekends, or holidays after experience level permits. Ability to travel occasionally, to off-site work, to seminars, manufacturing plant inspections, etc. Proficient in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail and scheduling. Preferred Qualifications Broad knowledge of other related areas and how they influence operational/tactical aspects Experience with Computer Aided-Drafting systems and Bentley Microstation software Experience with
ESRI GIS
software and Arc FM Designer software Experience with SAP and Work Manager software Competencies Manages Ambiguity Collaborates Communicates Effectively Drives Vision and Purpose Drive for Results Minimum Education Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering field from an ABET accredited four-year college or universit Engineer In Training (EIT) designation from Texas Board of Prof Engineers OR Demonstration of advanced skills or specialization appli to the busi area Required Certifications Working Environment Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion. Use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multi-functioning printer and calculator. Employee may potentially be exposed to hazardous chemicals, wet or humid conditions, outdoor weather, noisy and dusty environment. Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business events. After hours work may be required. Physical Demands Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.Similar remote jobs
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