Arizona Public Service - APS
Steam Turbine Engineer - Power Generation Systems
Arizona Public Service - APS, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Arizona Public Service generates clean, reliable and affordable energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.
Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.
Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.
Summary
Steam Turbine Engineer - Power Generation Systems As a Steam Turbine Engineer, you’ll serve as a technical leader of our fleet, providing expertise in steam turbines, turbine valves, and associated systems. This role blends advanced mechanical engineering with hands-on plant support, ensuring our steam turbines are maintained, upgraded, and operated to the highest standards of reliability and efficiency. You’ll partner closely with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to scope outages, troubleshoot emergent issues, and implement improvements. Whether it’s analyzing performance data, designing solutions for complex challenges, or guiding long-range planning, your work will directly impact the reliability of our power generation systems and the sustainability of our energy future. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of one of the most critical assets in power generation, steam turbines. You’ll be part of a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions to keep energy reliable for Arizona. What You’ll Do
Outage Planning & Execution: Accurately scope, plan, and support steam turbine outages, ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective work. Technical Expertise: Serve as a subject-matter expert for steam turbines, turbine valves, and supporting systems, providing solutions for emergent and long-term needs. Engineering Analysis: Apply mechanical engineering principles and performance analytics to identify risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement. Problem-Solving: Tackle complex turbine-related challenges with data-driven, practical, and innovative solutions. Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance, Planning, and Supply Chain to align turbine strategies with organizational goals. Mentorship: Support and guide junior engineers, sharing expertise and fostering technical excellence across the team. Innovation: Develop and implement new approaches to enhance reliability, efficiency, and long-term performance of turbine systems. What We’re Looking For
Proven expertise in steam turbines, valves, and associated systems, ideally within power generation or heavy industrial environments. Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and turbine outage planning. Experience analyzing operational or performance data to drive informed engineering decisions. Ability to work independently while also thriving in cross-functional, collaborative environments. Problem-solving mindset, with a track record of delivering innovative and practical engineering solutions. Commitment to safety, reliability, and advancing sustainable energy practices. Minimum Requirements
A four-year bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline from an ABET accredited institution, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution or an ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) institution. Five (5) years working experience in Engineering-related positions for Steam Turbine Engineer III, or Eight (8) years for Steam Turbine Engineer Senior. Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications
Problem analysis/resolution techniques. Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, practices, methods and safety standards in the area of applicable engineering discipline. Experience in the utility industry. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure. Major Accountabilities
Prepares engineering plans, designs, analysis, specifications, cost estimates, evaluations, studies, technical reviews, investigations and verifications. Interfaces with customers and other departments to ensure project objectives are understood and that work scope meets customer requirements, budget and schedule. Enhances department performance and productivity and/or unit performance by formulating, coordinating, performing analysis and making recommendations for improvements. May provide oversight of engineering technical programs by managing the program requirements, working with cross organizational partners, reviewing and internalizing operating experience and coordinating corrective actions. May assume responsibility for small- to medium-scale projects which include planning, designing, scheduling and coordinating all facets of the project. Provides technical guidance and leadership to less experienced engineers. May participate in developing long-range strategies for significant site problems. Remains cognizant of current technology and engineering developments as well as industry and competitive developments. Export Compliance / EEO Statement
Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120). For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. Hybrid Work Environment
Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person). Hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.
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Steam Turbine Engineer - Power Generation Systems As a Steam Turbine Engineer, you’ll serve as a technical leader of our fleet, providing expertise in steam turbines, turbine valves, and associated systems. This role blends advanced mechanical engineering with hands-on plant support, ensuring our steam turbines are maintained, upgraded, and operated to the highest standards of reliability and efficiency. You’ll partner closely with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to scope outages, troubleshoot emergent issues, and implement improvements. Whether it’s analyzing performance data, designing solutions for complex challenges, or guiding long-range planning, your work will directly impact the reliability of our power generation systems and the sustainability of our energy future. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of one of the most critical assets in power generation, steam turbines. You’ll be part of a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions to keep energy reliable for Arizona. What You’ll Do
Outage Planning & Execution: Accurately scope, plan, and support steam turbine outages, ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective work. Technical Expertise: Serve as a subject-matter expert for steam turbines, turbine valves, and supporting systems, providing solutions for emergent and long-term needs. Engineering Analysis: Apply mechanical engineering principles and performance analytics to identify risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement. Problem-Solving: Tackle complex turbine-related challenges with data-driven, practical, and innovative solutions. Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance, Planning, and Supply Chain to align turbine strategies with organizational goals. Mentorship: Support and guide junior engineers, sharing expertise and fostering technical excellence across the team. Innovation: Develop and implement new approaches to enhance reliability, efficiency, and long-term performance of turbine systems. What We’re Looking For
Proven expertise in steam turbines, valves, and associated systems, ideally within power generation or heavy industrial environments. Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and turbine outage planning. Experience analyzing operational or performance data to drive informed engineering decisions. Ability to work independently while also thriving in cross-functional, collaborative environments. Problem-solving mindset, with a track record of delivering innovative and practical engineering solutions. Commitment to safety, reliability, and advancing sustainable energy practices. Minimum Requirements
A four-year bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline from an ABET accredited institution, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution or an ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) institution. Five (5) years working experience in Engineering-related positions for Steam Turbine Engineer III, or Eight (8) years for Steam Turbine Engineer Senior. Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications
Problem analysis/resolution techniques. Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, practices, methods and safety standards in the area of applicable engineering discipline. Experience in the utility industry. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure. Major Accountabilities
Prepares engineering plans, designs, analysis, specifications, cost estimates, evaluations, studies, technical reviews, investigations and verifications. Interfaces with customers and other departments to ensure project objectives are understood and that work scope meets customer requirements, budget and schedule. Enhances department performance and productivity and/or unit performance by formulating, coordinating, performing analysis and making recommendations for improvements. May provide oversight of engineering technical programs by managing the program requirements, working with cross organizational partners, reviewing and internalizing operating experience and coordinating corrective actions. May assume responsibility for small- to medium-scale projects which include planning, designing, scheduling and coordinating all facets of the project. Provides technical guidance and leadership to less experienced engineers. May participate in developing long-range strategies for significant site problems. Remains cognizant of current technology and engineering developments as well as industry and competitive developments. Export Compliance / EEO Statement
Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120). For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. Hybrid Work Environment
Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person). Hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.
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