Engineering Associate 2
 CPS Energy | |
 United States, Texas, San Antonio | |
 Nov 07, 2025 | |
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Engineering Associate 2 Date: Nov 6, 2025 Location: Company: 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* Position Summary
The Engineer position is responsible for supporting the electric distribution system reliability, capacity and power quality. The Engineer will complete studies and generate system improvement projects supporting adequate voltage, capacity, system protection and power quality and will analyze, design and manage distribution projects for both near term (1-5 years) and long term (6-10 years). The Engineer will be required to work with multiple departments during project creation and make necessary adjustments to coordinate projects when possible. The Engineer will also be responsible for reviewing and approving job designs created by CPS Energy planners and provide necessary technical support. Update distribution planning philosophies and guidelines to ensure quality and efficiency and participate on multiple teams evaluating new technologies and the potential effects they may have on the distribution system. Tasks and Responsibilities
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
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.
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