Engineer through Senior Engineer

Salary Range:  $87,182-  $145,509
Relocation:  No

About Us 

Oncor Electric Delivery is the sixth largest electric transmission and distribution utility in the country, serving ten million customers in 400+ cities across Texas. Oncor is leading the way in providing superior reliability while deploying one of the most advanced utility technology platforms in the nation. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to responsible environmental stewardship, while working passionately to empower our customers’ modern lives through the safe, reliable and efficient delivery of electricity.

Job Description

Distribution Planning is responsible for the orderly and economic expansion of the electric substations and distribution system to meet present and future demand while providing high quality, reliable electric service at a competitive cost. As an Engineer at Oncor, you will perform technical system studies, develop and prepare recommendations, assist field personnel in solving operational issues and communicate action plans to appropriate personnel and entities.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

Directly or through others, the incumbent will:

• Accurately develop and maintain complex computer models of the electric delivery system that are used to simulate the operation of the electric delivery system.


• Prepare cost effective system expansion plans using good engineering practices.


• Resolve electric system issues and effectively communicate detailed documentation and plans of a complex design with other work groups.


• Incorporate employee and public safety as a priority into the design and operation of all projects.


• Effectively manage a significant number of projects while maintaining work product quality, consistency, accuracy and reliability.


• Develop new processes and tools that benefit the group in the analysis of the electric system and multiple large data sets of historical operating conditions.


• Promote environmental responsibility, corporate citizenship, and ethical conduct while setting a standard of excellence.


• Maintain a current knowledge of electric utility rules, technical, administrative and regulatory requirements for reliable, safe operation of the system.


• Work independently and be able to train and coach newer less experienced engineers.


• Ability to apply analysis to identify the best solution to a technical problem, and to effectively communicate and commit to a course of action that is consistent with all legal, regulatory, code, standard, or other requirements as well as corporate policies and procedures.


• Perform power flow studies including creating and maintaining underlying databases.


• Software Automation and Scripting is a plus. 


• Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements.

Skills

• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office software including PowerPoint, Word and Excel with VBA skills.


• Technical decision making, good interpersonal skills, organization skills, and effective oral and written communication skills.


• Proven leadership abilities, interpersonal skills.


• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) are essential.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational acumen.


• High proficiency in PC skills such as, Excel, Power Point, Word, and Access. 


• Inquisitive by nature, self-motivated.


• Team contributor. 


• Successful in cross-functional or collaborative environments.


• Successful in time and project management.


• Applicants with knowledge of database development in SQL, web applications are encouraged to apply.


• Applicants with knowledge of company standards, operations, policies and procedures are encouraged to apply.


• Applicants with  experience in the planning, modeling, design, project management, and construction of distribution projects are encouraged to apply. 

Job Attributes 

Engineer

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is required.


• Two years of applicable electric utility experience is required. 


• Applicants that are Engineers In Training with the ability to become registered PE in Texas are encouraged to apply.


• Applicants with Distribution planning work experience are encouraged to apply.


• Ability to work with moderate supervision.

Staff Engineer

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is required.


• Four years of applicable electric utility experience is required. 


• Applicants that are Engineers In Training with the ability to become registered PE in Texas are encouraged to apply.


• Applicants with Distribution planning work experience are encouraged to apply.


• Ability to work as an individual contributor, team member or team leader.

Senior Engineer

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is required.


• Six years of applicable electric utility experience is required. 


• Applicants that are Licensed Professional Engineers in the State of Texas are encouraged to apply.


• Applicants with six years of applicable electric utility experience are encouraged to apply.


• Applicants with Distribution planning work experience are encouraged to apply.


• Ability to lead, direct, train and motivate others.

Measures of success

• Timely completion of assigned area plans and load projections.


• Timely completion of offsite projects and economic development projects.


• Responsive to requests from field personnel for expert guidance/recommendations.


• Creates and develops a collaborative high performing team environment.


• Fosters a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and creativity.


• Effectively manages assigned processes, procedures, and programs from inception to completion while working both independently and with other groups.

Benefits

At Oncor, we offer a comprehensive set of benefits, compensation and performance management programs designed specifically to attract, retain, motivate and reward our high-performing workforce. Our supportive and inclusive culture allows every team member the opportunity to thrive and make a difference. We invest in our employee’s success and well-being by offering such things as:

• Annual incentive program.


• Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).


• Ability to earn wellness incentives (up to $2,300 in 2026 as an Employee only) and other wellbeing resources.


• 401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.


• 401k match for student debt program


• Cash balance pension plan.


• Adoption Assistance.


• Mental health resources.


• Employee resource groups.


• Tuition reimbursement.


• Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays.


• Paid parental leave.


• Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury.


• Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan.

Participation in benefit programs for employees in collective bargaining units is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.