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ENGINEER I, II, or III (Substation, Testing & Commission Engineer)

Texas-New Mexico Power (TNMP) • Princeton, Texas, United States

onsitefull-time

Salary: $73,060 - $140,187 / year

Posted Sep 11, 2026Apply by Oct 11, 2026
  • Role & seniority

    • Engineer II (Salary Grade G07) and/or Engineer III (Salary Grade G06)

    • Engineering positions under general supervision (Engineer II) and general supervision with broader project leadership (Engineer III)

  • Stack/tools

    • Electrical engineering design programs (specific tools not named)

    • AutoCAD

    • Microsoft Office: Word, Access, Excel

    • Windows; spreadsheet/database/word processing tools

  • Top 3 responsibilities

    • Lead/conduct engineering studies (performance, cost, scheduling; alternatives vary by level)

    • Provide engineering support/technical direction to internal teams and contractors; may supervise ongoing activities

    • Apply codes/standards and translate electrical theory to utility implementation to improve system reliability and support operational areas

  • Must-have skills

    • Apply engineering principles and economic/decision analysis (generation/transmission/distribution/system planning; financial/regulatory)

    • Read/interpret and apply national/state/local codes & standards (e.g., IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC, ACI, AISC, ASME, NACE)

    • Comfortable working around high-voltage equipment up to 345kV

    • Strong communication (reports, presentations) and leadership/interpersonal ability

    • ABET-accredited B.E. + required experience (Engineer II: 2+ yrs; Engineer III: 4+ yrs or FE/Master’s alternatives)

    • **Valid driver’s

Full Description

POSTING DEADLINE

This position is posted until filled.

JOB DESCRIPTION

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.

Engineer III

Salary Grade: G06

Minimum Midpoint Maximum

$82,463 - $111,325 - $140,187

Summary

Under general supervision plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates the engineering work for a total project of moderate scope or for detailed phases of part of a major project.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Manages all the engineering aspects of projects of moderate scope or detailed phases of major project efforts

Leads or conducts performance, cost, and scheduling studies of varying size that are generally conventional in nature

Supports operational areas through the application of standard and non-standard engineering techniques, practices, and procedures

Communicates engineering ideas, recommendations, and evaluations to diverse internal groups in a working or conference type environment

Represents the company's interests in engineering matters that may be varied and complex in nature

Interacts with and provides broad knowledge technical support to other associates

Applies engineering expertise to improve or develop new standards

Provides technical direction and/or activity supervision to contractors and company personnel on a regular, on-going basis

Competencies

Broad knowledge and proven ability to apply engineering principles, practices and regulations to, and perform economic and decision analysis studies of issues in areas including, but not limited to, generation, transmission, distribution, system planning, financial and regulatory issues, asset utilization, and environmental controls and regulations

Ability to read, interpret and apply national, state and local codes and standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC, ACI, AISC, ASME, NACE, etc.)

Ability to translate electrical theory and physics to utility application for improving system reliability

Ability to make informed repair decisions following company protocols

Comfortable working in and around high voltage (up to 345kV) electrical facilities and equipment

Ability to forecast budgets

Demonstrated leadership skills, self-motivation, and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a college/university accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET), plus four or more years of engineering experience or three or more with a Fundamentals of Engineering certificate or three or more with a Master's Degree in Engineering.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS

Fundamentals of Engineering certificate is preferred.

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

Communication Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence, write speeches, and 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

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

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.

Degrees

Bachelors Degree

Licenses / Certifications

Driver's License (Required)

Fundamentals of Engineering Ce

JOB DESCRIPTION

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.

Engineer II

Salary Grade: G07

Minimum Midpoint Maximum

$73,060 - $96,804 - $120,548

Summary

Under general supervision, independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques, practices and procedures commonly employed in a specific area of assignment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Provides the engineering expertise necessary to support intermediate projects that are generally conventional in nature.

Conducts or participates in studies of intermediate size that evaluate performance, cost, and scheduling criteria of a limited number of alternatives.

Applies routine engineering techniques, practices, and procedures in support of operational areas.

Communicates engineering ideas, recommendations, and evaluations effectively to engineering and non-engineering individuals and groups.

Represents the Company in intermediate engineering matters.

Interacts with and provides technical support consistent with the application of well-established standards to other associates.

Participates in the formulation of Company and industry standards.

Provides technical direction and/or activity supervision to contractors and Company personnel as required by specific assignments/projects.

Competencies

Knowledge of and ability to apply standard engineering principles, practices and regulations, and economic and decision analysis principles to area problems including, but not limited to, generation, transmission, distribution, fuels, system planning, financial and regulatory issues, asset utilization, and environmental controls and regulations.

Ability to read, interpret and apply national, state and local codes and standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC, ACI, AISC, etc.).

Demonstrated good leadership skills, self-motivation, and good interpersonal skills.

Ability to translate electrical theory and physics to utility application for improving system reliability.

Comfortable working in and around high voltage (up to 345kV) electrical facilities and equipment.

Minimum Education And/Or Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a college/university accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET), plus 2 or more years of engineering experience or 1 or more with a Fundamentals of Engineering certificate or 1 or more years plus a Masters Degree in Engineering.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS

Fundamentals of Engineering certificate preferred.

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

Communication Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence, write speeches, and 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, Autocad, Word, Access, Excel, Windows, etc.

Physical Demands

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

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

Degrees

Bachelor of Engineering

Licenses / Certifications

Driver's License (Required)

Fundamentals of Engineering Ce

SAFETY AND ADA STATEMENT

Safety Statement

Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) 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

If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.

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