Preferred experience:

• Able to travel / valid driver's license required
• Technical writing experience
• High voltage experience
• Transmission System Controls
• Electrical Engineer - power systems
• Electrical Engineer
• Autocad Software (preferred)
• PE (preferred)
• NERC/CIP experience (preferred)
• EIT/FE certification (preferred)
• Technical knowledge to develop SCADA RTU Configurations
• Ability to configure SCADA remote I/O devices
• Able to maintain point list spreadsheets and detailed relay panel designs
• Engineer the SCADA and backup telemetry communications requirements
• Understand system and station one-line diagrams, station control prints and SCADA schemes
• Able to assist in switching station SCADA and control system checkout/commissioning
• Able to Troubleshoot SCADA systems to assist Meter, Substation and communication departments

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Level of position offered based on experience and education of the selected candidate. 

Education requirements:

Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Engineering from a college/university accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET)

Work experience requirements by position level:

• Engineer I - One to three years related experience preferred
• Engineer II - Two or more years of engineering experience; one or more years with FE certificate or master's degree in engineering
• Engineer III - Four or more years of engineering experience; three or more years with FE certificate or with master's degree in engineering
• Engineer IV - Five to seven years of engineering experience

PREFERRED EDUCATIN, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Professional Engineers License 

Must possess current, legally valid driver's license and meet the Company's driving record requirements.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents, drawings and schematics.
• Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, speeches, and make presentations
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, employees, and managers of the organization

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• In-depth knowledge of personal computers including demonstrated proficiency with electrical engineering design programs
• In depth knowledge of word processing, database, and spreadsheet software

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out complex instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to deal with complex problems involving several concrete variables in complicated situations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS (all levels):

• This position requires periods of frequent sitting, standing, walking, and exposure to outside elements, lifting (50 pounds or under), crouching, bending, climbing and working at various heights
• Protective equipment required: hard-hat, safety glasses and hearing protection

WORK ENVIRONMENT (all levels):

• Time will be divided between office and field, with a majority of time in the office. Work will be around high voltage electricity facilities, computers, office equipment, and construction equipment

Personnel in this job title may be covered by NERC CIP cyber security standards. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a Personnel Risk Assessment, which includes identity verification and a criminal background check. Prior to being granted unescorted access to cyber secure areas, the candidate must attend cyber security training. Annual cyber security training is also required.

Given the financial nature of this position, this position may be required to obtain a credit check depending on location. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a credit background check.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Safety Statement:
Safety is a core value at PNM and our vision, “everyone goes home safe”, reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement: 
PNM is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the ADA. If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.

DEI Statement:
At PNM, we value the diversity of our workforce and actively seek opportunities for incorporating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within our family of companies. We believe a diverse workforce enriches our environment and helps us better meet the needs of our employees, customers, and shareholders.  We remain committed to attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to carry out the Company's purpose.

TXNM Energy and affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers.  Women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans are encouraged to apply.

About PNM

Texas-New Mexico Power is an electricity transmission and distribution service provider: - We provide electricity to more than 270,000 homes and businesses throughout Texas. - We have about 400 employees in more than 20 communities throughout Texas. - We are a subsidiary of PNM Resources. - Our formal name is Texas-New Mexico Power Co., but we now serve only Texas. What We Deliver - Electricity that customers purchase through the Texas Electric Choice program. - Accurate, timely meter readings transmitted to retail providers for billing purposes. - Service connections and re-connections as requested by retail providers. - Locally based service that ensures prompt response to power outages. - Construction and maintenance of the poles and wires that deliver electricity.

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