the lives of the communities we serve. Together, we are powering the growth and success of our community progress every day! Deadline to apply: January 5,2024 Pay Grade 12 Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level Position Summary The Engineering Associate position for this area, (Gas Engineering), develops construction plans, written specifications and budget estimates for the planning, construction, installation and relocation of gas distribution and transmission facilities for civic and system improvement projects, customer related line extensions and meter setups, system renewal project and pipeline integrity projects.
Tasks and Responsibilities • Prepares written
justifications for gas construction projects • Manages consultants on assigned gas projects • Specifies and initiates the purchase of non-standard materials and associated services • Monitors and manages maintenance and gas construction projects and conducts acceptance pressure tests on newly constructed gas pipelines • Researches and interprets various regulatory codes to ensure compliance for gas construction system • Researches and evaluates new materials and technologies for potential applications in the gas system • Monitors the performance and analysis of data associated with gas distribution and transmission systems and assists with compilation of information for regulatory and company
reporting, benchmarking and process development requirements • Develops and update design, construction, operation and maintenance standards process and procedures for Gas Engineering Area • Assists in developing capital budgets for gas projects • Troubleshoots problem areas • Develops and utilizes computer models of the gas systems for the purpose of developing design criteria for projects and maintaining and updating the long-range growth, emergency operating plans or developing pressure operations • Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Skills Minimum Knowledge and Abilities Basic knowledge of fundamental engineering concepts, practices and procedures Ability to work in a team environment, coordinating with other related areas to complete tasks and projects Effective interpersonal skills and written communication skills to work with all levels of personnel within the organization Ability to perform multiple work activities with a minimum of supervision and prioritize workload effectively Ability to use personal initiative to recognize needs and research skills to solve problems when necessary 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.
Ability to obtain Professional Engineer License in State of Texas Proficient in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail and scheduling Preferred Qualifications Engineer-In-Training (EIT) designation from Texas Board of Professional Engineers • Professional Engineer (PE) licensed in Texas • Basic experience with gas distribution or gas transmission systems • Technical writing experience or college course work in technical writing • Experience with Computer Aided-Drafting systems and Bentley Microstation software V8i • Familiarity with ESRI GIS software and Arc FM Designer software • Experience with SAP and Work Manager software Competencies Working with Ambiguity Communicates Effectively Setting a Strategic Vision Driving for Results Building and Supporting Teams Minimum Education Bachelors of Science degree in an engineering field from an ABET accredited four-year college or university Required Certifications Working Environment Work is performed indoors & outdoors.
Manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion.
Use of computing equipment, telephone, & printer/copier. Ability to travel to and from business related events. After hours work may be required. Physical Demands Office Environment 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, interaction, interactionual 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.
to the design and development of innovative mechanical, electromechanical, and optical systems. Apply proficient CAD modeling techniques to create and refine system designs, from conception to final deliverable stage. Produce comprehensive technical drawings and schematics.
Work in close collaboration with our technical team. Act as the point of contact for queries, provide advice and direction, engage in brainstorming sessions, guide design processes, liaise with fabricators, and address troubleshooting needs. Assist in generating high-quality, professionally written documentation that clearly communicates engineering concepts, design details, and project outcomes. Participate in the
review, testing, and validation of design prototypes. Utilize engineering methodologies and principles to confirm the functionality and performance of developed systems, ensuring they meet the required specifications and standards.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: Provide engineering support to assigned projects - working independently and in team environments. Brainstorm, troubleshoot, and provide technical support to colleagues and clients as needed. Attend team meetings to discuss project updates, progress, and risks. Typical duties will involve the formulation and implementation of approaches to solving a wide array of problems - focused on the design and development of mechanical
and electrical systems for data collection. Review approaches and designs with other team members or staff.
Review and prioritize projects, ensuring timely progress and adherence to deadlines. Develop and update technical designs, drawings, and schematics using CAD software. Communicate and collaborate with design teams to address requirements, offer guidance, and align project goals Routinely consult with Program/Project Leads regarding the status of work assignments. Direct and supervise the work of technicians as may be required. Provide comprehensive written updates for monthly progress reports, final reports, and proposals. Give input on cost estimates.
Prepare and present work to clients. Conduct experiments methodically, analyze data and interpret results. Test and evaluate designs. Identify, formulate and produce effective solutions to emerging problems. Evaluate final product's overall performance and reliability. Requirements: Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related engineering degree. 0-5 years: Mechanical Design, Electro-Mechanical Design. 0-5 years: Experimental testing setup. 0-2 years: Solid Works and design experience. 0-5 years: Strong communication skills. A valid/clear driver's license is required. PDN-9ae7d852-f7d3-47f1-965d-d4c0826e93ca
sources. Write proposals and conduct promotional efforts with various clients. Publish and present work at various conferences. Write proposals on relevant topics for internal research and development. Collaborate with with researchers within and outside the organization.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: Calibrate, setup, and operate particle equipment for project needs. Analyze and summarize data and report it to client. Collaborate or assist in projects related to brake and/or battery particle emissions. Collaborate or assist in projects related to particle and gaseous sensors. Requirements: Requires a Masters or a Ph D in Mechanical Engineering or related degree field. 1+ years:
MS degree with a project/thesis on a relevant topic related to particle science & technology and a minimum of 1 year related industry experience. 0-2 years: Ph D degree with a thesis on relevant topics related to particle science & technology.
A valid/clear driver's license is required. PDN-9ae7d852-baba-41ae-9487-4ab3801865c6
machinery systems using engineering principles, design practices, and engineering software tools. Utilize instrumentation to measure and understand industrial machinery systems, including electronics and data acquisition systems. Interface with customers on projects, including proposals, reports, and meetings.
Travel to client sites for field testing. Promote organizational and laboratory capabilities at industry events and conferences. Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: Perform evaluations and analysis of structural and fluid problems of machinery and associated plant systems particularly for the energy industry, measure pulsation and vibration data in an effort to diagnosis machinery
performance issues. Perform transient fluid modeling simulations; perform finite element analysis using ANSYS or similar tools; prepare and or run structural and fluid models of fluid handling machinery (compressors, pumps, etc.
) and piping systems to identify behaviors, response to inputs. Assist in the development of software and diagnostic tools to enhance data collection and analysis, machinery system modeling, diagnose and solve existing machinery problems and the design of improved fluid handling machinery systems. Conduct laboratory research required by clients and directed at finding solutions and advancements for fluid handling machinery; independently write technical reports,
proposals and technical presentations. Oversee and manage project technical activities, cost, and scheduling; deal directly with customers and supervise technical staff; develop and deliver presentations to customers; participate in conferences and other events to actively promote Sw RI business.
Requirements: Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree field. 1 years: Professional level engineering experience, ideally with machinery related experience preferred; familiar with instrumentation used for laboratory experiments, electronics, and data acquisition systems. 0-1 years: Some design experience is preferred. 0-1 years: Must have sufficient written and communication skills for the preparation of technical reports, proposals, and presentations.
Must be able to work in a team or independently with minimum oversight. 0-1 years: Modeling experience with tools such as HYSYS, Synergi Pipeline Simulator (SPS) for fluid modeling or finite element analysis using ANSYS, structural dynamics, AISC structural design, ASME B31.3 piping design, and Caesar II for structural models. A valid/clear driver's license is required. PDN-9ae7d853-519d-40cc-b487-5f0f285df76e
research, development or testing projects that backs the impact of new technologies on fuel economy, energy consumption and/or emissions from vehicle powertrains. Work closely with laboratory staff to create test plans and oversee test programs Interact with other experts within the department to gain a wholistic view of all aspects of the modern automotive powertrain Stay abreast of the latest technology used in the reduction of vehicle emissions, fuel consumption, or energy consumption Work with senior staff to learn and promote department capabilities to potential customers to pursue new business/project opportunities Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: Work effectively with technicians and
lab staff in specification, procurement, setup and operation of test equipment; High degree of mechanical aptitude expected Perform in-depth analysis of vehicle emissions and fuel economy data generated from chassis dynamometer testing Work with customers and senior staff to define work scope for proposals Provide direction to technical staff through detailed work instructions to execute vehicle chassis dynamometer testing Requirements: Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Engineering.
2+ years: Experience with vehicle powertrain research, development or testing. Experience with test setup, test planning, and data analysis is required. Knowledge of vehicle
testing equipment, emissions, and general DAQ and instrumentation.
Experience with project management and demonstrated ability to meet project deadlines within budgetary constraints is highly desirable. A valid/clear driver's license is required. PDN-9ae7d852-dca8-442d-8210-260dfa3dac32
optimization, and failure analysis. Use a variety of chemical/physical processes for materials synthesis and bench top characterization techniques to evaluate material systems. Provide data analysis and present results from project tasks in person and in writing to a multidisciplinary project team.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: With guidance from senior staff, perform analytical and experimental work in materials science and chemistry laboratory spaces. As necessary, perform troubleshooting on experimental methods and data acquisition instruments. Analyze and summarize collected data using excel or equivalent post processing tools and report data to project team. Requirements: Requires
a Bachelors degree in Engineering Technology or related degree field. 4 years: Hands-on experience operating laboratory analytical instruments, preferably related to chemistry or materials characterization.
Must possess strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently and effectively communicate complex information. Hands on experience with Lab VIEW or similar control engineering software, programming languages (Fortran, Python, etc. ) is desired. A valid/clear driver's license is required. PDN-9ae7d853-2d8a-4354-9c0b-cddab78efdf7
payloads. Objectives of this Role: Work in multidisciplinary project teams to support the design, analysis, and build of cutting edge spacecraft. Work in integrated project teams to support the full lifecycle of hardware development. Interface with customers, and compile and present date to justify design decisions.
Support R&D and promotional efforts to develop and implement new technologies. Support project managers with the development and maintenance of detailed, intermediate, and top-level integrated schedules in accordance with current best practice industry standards (e. g. GAO; Do D; NASA). Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: Support spacecraft system design to include mission
requirements and operations planning. Use CAD to design structures and assemblies for space including mechanisms and spacecraft. Complete part and assembly drawings to coordinate hardware builds and configurations.
Perform structural and thermal analyses of flight hardware using finite element software and classical techniques. Participate in assigned project team meetings. Requirements: Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related degree field. Design experience through project work or internships with Computer Aided Design software is required. Interest in spacecraft system design. Interest in structural or thermal analysis. Interest in spacecraft systems design and project management. A valid/clear driver's license is required. PDN-9ae7d854-3d7b-487b-b8a4-b28da6677235
