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Engineer II(Power Production Engineering Department)PowerSouth Energy Cooperative, headquartered in Andalusia, AL, is a generation and transmission (G&T) electric cooperative with 22 distribution ...

Engineer II

Leroy, AL · On-site

$65 - $90/hr

Engineer II (Power Production Engineering Department) PowerSouth Energy Cooperative , headquartered in Andalusia, AL, is a generation and transmission (G&T) electric cooperative with 22 distribution ...

Engineer II (Power Production Engineering Department) PowerSouth Energy Cooperative , headquartered in Andalusia, AL, is a generation and transmission (G&T) electric cooperative with 22 distribution ...

Engineer II (Power Production Engineering Department) PowerSouth Energy Cooperative , headquartered in Andalusia, AL, is a generation and transmission (G&T) electric cooperative with 22 distribution ...

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How much do cooperative engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for cooperative engineer in the United States is $101,752.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cooperative engineer?

A Cooperative Engineer, often referred to as a 'Co-op Engineer,' is a student or recent graduate who participates in a cooperative education program that combines academic study with paid, practical work experience in engineering. These positions are typically temporary and allow students to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world engineering projects while gaining valuable industry skills. Co-op Engineers work under the supervision of experienced professionals and may rotate through different departments to broaden their exposure to various engineering disciplines. The goal is to enhance their education, build a professional network, and improve their employment prospects after graduation.

What are some common challenges cooperative engineers face when working across multiple departments?

Cooperative Engineers often collaborate with various departments such as production, quality assurance, and research & development. A common challenge is balancing differing priorities and communication styles between teams, which can lead to misunderstandings or delays. Successful Cooperative Engineers proactively foster clear communication and adaptability, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned on project goals. This cross-functional exposure also provides valuable learning opportunities and broadens technical expertise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cooperative engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cooperative Engineer, you need a solid understanding of electrical or mechanical engineering principles, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with industry-standard design software (such as AutoCAD or GIS systems), safety regulations, and sometimes EIT or PE certification are commonly required. Exceptional teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills help facilitate collaboration with utility members and interdisciplinary teams. These competencies are crucial to ensure safe, efficient, and innovative solutions for cooperative utility operations and infrastructure projects.

What is the difference between Cooperative Engineer vs Civil Engineer?

AspectCooperative EngineerCivil Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering or related field, cooperative program experienceBachelor's degree in civil engineering, licensure often preferred
Work EnvironmentInternship or cooperative work placements, on-site construction or design projectsDesign offices, construction sites, planning departments
Employer & Industry UsageEngineering firms, construction companies, government agencies during trainingArchitectural firms, construction companies, government infrastructure projects

Cooperative Engineers typically participate in internship programs during their studies, gaining practical experience in engineering projects. Civil Engineers often hold full professional roles with licensure, focusing on designing, planning, and overseeing infrastructure projects. Both roles are essential in the engineering industry, but Cooperative Engineers are usually in training, while Civil Engineers are fully qualified professionals.

More about Cooperative Engineer jobs
Infographic showing various Cooperative Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,752 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

COOPERATIVE ENGAGEMENT CAPABILITY SYSTEMS ENGINEER

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

Dahlgren, VA • On-site

$69K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


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This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.Qualifications:This is an Interdisciplinary position that can be filled by the 0801 (General Engineering), 1515 (Operations Research, 1520 (Mathematics), or the 1550 (Computer Science) series. The series that the selected applicant will be placed into depends on their qualifications.
In addition to the positive education requirement, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
FOR THE ND-04: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the ND-03 (GS-09/11 equivalent) pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector as a professional scientist or engineer applying systems engineering principles to research, analyze, interpret, evaluate and carry out difficult but conventional assignments. Examples of qualifying experience may include (1) experience with systems engineering analysis and design; (2) experience with agile development, data analytics and Model Base System Engineering (MBSE) tools, (3) knowledge of conventional systems engineering tools, and other available tools to execute assigned tasking.
FOR THE ND-03: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the ND-02 (GS-05/08 equivalent) pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector as a professional scientist or engineer applying basic systems engineering principles in support of engineering assignments to solve complex technical problems utilizing engineering techniques, procedures and methods.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Occupational-Series
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/operations-research-series-1515/
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/mathematics-series-1520/
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/computer-science-series-1550/
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.Education:Applicants must meet the following positive education qualifications requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual. Applicants must possess at least one of the following:
0801:
Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. OR,
Combination of education and experience. College-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following: 1) Professional registration or licensure; 2) Evidence of having successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering examination; 3) Specified academic courses - Successful completion of at least 60 semester hours of courses in the physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences and that included the courses specified in the basic requirements under paragraph A. The courses must be fully acceptable toward meeting the requirements of an engineering program; or 4) Related Curriculum - Successful completion of a curriculum leading to a bachelor's degree in an appropriate scientific field, e.g., engineering technology, physics, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, or geology, may be accepted in lieu of a bachelor's degree in engineering, provided the applicant has had at least 1 year of professional engineering experience acquired under professional engineering supervision and guidance. OPM stipulates there should be either an established plan of intensive training to develop professional engineering competence, or several years of prior professional engineering-type experience.
1515:
Degree: in operations research; OR at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics. At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must have been in calculus.
1520:
Degree: mathematics; or the equivalent of a major that included at least 24 semester hours in mathematics. OR,
Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in mathematics (including at least 24 semester hours in mathematics), as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
AND
The total course work in either option above must have included differential and integral calculus and, in addition, four advanced mathematics courses requiring calculus or equivalent mathematics courses as a prerequisite.
1550:
Degree: Bachelor's degree in computer science or bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus. All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions.
For the ND-03: Education may be substituted for specialized experience as follows:
2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree
OR
A combination of education and experienceEmployment Type: OTHER

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