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Engineering Associate 2 (Civil)

Engineering Associate 2 (Civil)

CPS EnergySan Antonio, TX, United States
9 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Engineering Associate 2 (Civil)

Date : Oct 14, 2025

Location :

San Antonio, TX, US, 78205

Company : CPS Energy

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!

Deadline to apply : Open until filled

Pay Grade

14

  • Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level

Position Summary

The Civil Engineer or Civil 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 Civil Engineering related responsibilities for the design, construction, and maintenance activities of our transmission lines, substations, distribution system, and others.

Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Civil design of substation sites to meet drainage, access, and grade requirements
  • Coordinate and obtain all necessary permits for Substation and Transmission projects.
  • Designs and / or analyzes structures for Substation, Transmission & Distribution projects.
  • Designs facilities to meet the requirements for EPA Spill Prevention Control and Containment rules.
  • Designs facilities to meet the requirements for Edwards Aquifer Authority and the Texas Commission of Environmental Equality.
  • Directs or participates in surveying to lay out installations and establish reference points, grades and elevations to guide construction.
  • Develops schedules, budgets, and estimates quantities, and cost of materials for projects
  • Analyzes geotechnical reports to determine the adequacy and strength of soil for foundation and pavement design.
  • Analyzes survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects.
  • Inspects project sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications and safety standards.
  • Design foundations (pier and slab) to support Transmission & Substation structures.
  • Actively participates with transmission line routing and siting to include new substations.
  • Performs other duties 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

  • Texas Professional Engineer (PE) certification
  • Proficiency in Steel structure design of Transmission and Substation Structures and RISA or similar structural design software
  • Proficiency in Reinforced concrete foundation design
  • Proficiency in Geotechnical engineering with respect to concrete slab & pier foundations and retaining wall design
  • Proficiency in Microstation Inroads / Openroads design software
  • SAP and Project System SAP experience
  • Experience in Transmission and / or Electrical Substation Design or other electric utility engineering
  • Experience modeling transmission lines & structures using the Power Line Systems software suite (i.e. PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, Tower)
  • Experience with hydraulic & hydrologic model software developed by the US Army Corp of Engineers (e.g. HEC-RAS, HEC-2, HEC-HMS, etc). Experience with similar programs based from the USACE software is also acceptable (i.e. CulvertMaster, FlowMaster, HydroCAD, WRCS, RiverCAD, etc).
  • 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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