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Power System Engineer Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through ... The System Engineer focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, and stabilizing complex electro ...

I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through ... The System Engineer focuses on troubleshooting,maintaining, and stabilizing complex electro ...

System Engineer

Buckeye, AZ · On-site

$71 - $97.90/hr

I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through ... The System Engineer focuses on troubleshooting,maintaining, and stabilizing complex electro ...

System Design & Development: Lead the design of high-efficiency DC power systems, including ... Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and cross‑functional teams, ensuring compliance ...

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution Minimum six years of experience in power system operations engineering, transmission planning, or ...

Power system modeling and preparing electrical calculations for solar and battery storage projects ... Coordinating with lead engineer EOR on study requirements * Analyze designs to ensure compliance ...

Power system modeling and preparing electrical calculations for solar and battery storage projects ... Coordinating with lead engineer EOR on study requirements * Analyze designs to ensure compliance ...

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How much do power system engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for power system engineer in Arizona is $109,685.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,300.00 and $124,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a power system engineer do?

A Power System Engineer is responsible for designing, analyzing, and maintaining electrical power systems, including generation, transmission, and distribution networks. Their work ensures the reliable and efficient delivery of electricity from power plants to homes and businesses. They often use specialized software to model power flows, assess system stability, and plan for future energy needs. Power System Engineers also help integrate renewable energy sources and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a power system engineer?

To thrive as a Power System Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, power systems analysis, and grid design, usually backed by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering. Familiarity with tools like MATLAB, ETAP, and PSS/E, along with knowledge of relevant industry standards and certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) licensure, is commonly required. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication skills help you collaborate on complex projects and convey technical information to diverse stakeholders. These competencies are vital for ensuring reliable, efficient, and safe operation of electrical power networks.

What are some typical collaboration points between power system engineers and other departments within a utility company?

Power System Engineers frequently partner with teams such as operations, maintenance, and planning to ensure reliable grid performance and system upgrades. They work closely with control room operators to address real-time issues, coordinate with maintenance crews for equipment repairs, and collaborate with planners on long-term infrastructure projects. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as projects often require input from multiple stakeholders to meet regulatory standards and operational goals.

What is the difference between Power System Engineer vs Electrical Engineer?

AspectPower System EngineerElectrical Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, PE license often preferredBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, PE license optional
Work EnvironmentFocus on power generation, transmission, and distribution systemsBroader scope including electronics, control systems, and general electrical design
Industry UsageUtilities, power generation companies, transmission operatorsManufacturing, electronics, construction, and various industries

Power System Engineers specialize in designing, analyzing, and maintaining electrical power systems, primarily in utilities and energy sectors. Electrical Engineers have a broader role across multiple industries, working on various electrical and electronic systems. While both roles require similar credentials, Power System Engineers focus specifically on power infrastructure, making them distinct in their expertise and work environment.

What cities in Arizona are hiring for Power System Engineer jobs?

Cities in Arizona with the most Power System Engineer job openings:

Infographic showing various Power System Engineer job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,685 per year, or $52.7 per hour.

Electrical Engineer - Power System Studies

Phoenix, AZ


Black & Veatch
Civil Engineering Construction • 10K+ employees

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

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Respectful managers


Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.  

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation  

Req Id : 116471 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : Yes 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Project Only Hire : No 

Visa Sponsorship Available: No 

Why Black & Veatch?

At Black & Veatch, you'll be part of work that matters-designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other-speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You'll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world-gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you'll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

The Opportunity

Black & Veatch is seeking a Power System Studies Engineer with 5-10 years' experience to join our Power System Studies team. The ideal candidate has significant working experience and knowledge of Transmission System design concepts & analyses such as Transmission Interconnection Studies, Reactive Power Compensation, Short Circuit (Fault) Analysis, Circuit Breaker Rating Analysis, System Stability Studies, Insulation Coordination, Lightning Protection, Electromagnetic Field Studies, Electromagnetic Transient Studies (EMT) and system modeling software for the same. 

We are recruiting for multiple office locations! Please refer to our BV Job Posting for a full list of eligible locations.

Preferred Qualifications
  • 5-10 years of experience in performing Transmission and System Analysis Studies. 
  • Previous working experience with Transmission System design concepts, analyses, calculations, et cetera. 
  • 5 years of experience performing studies such as Transmission Interconnection Studies, Reactive Power Compensation, Short Circuit (Fault) Analysis, Circuit Breaker Rating Analysis, System Stability Studies, Insulation Coordination, Lightning Protection, Electromagnetic Field Studies, Electromagnetic Transient Studies (EMT), Electromagnetic Fields Studies (EMF), et cetera. 
  • 5 years of significant experience utilizing one of the below system modeling software programs and knowledge with others that are listed: 
    • PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, TARA, TSAT, PSAT, et cetera. 
  • Working experience performing various power system studies which are performed in support of Transmission system design (TRV, TOV, Insulation Coordination, et cetera). 
  • Knowledge and working experience with NERC standards such as TPL, MOD, and PRC. 
  • Knowledge and working experience with NERC reliability regions such us PJM, ERCOT, MISO. 
  • Knowledge and working experience with analytics and scripting (Python, et cetera). 
  • Proven ability to independently develop written communication and to facilitate coordination with team members and clients. 
  • Proven ability to work cooperatively in a team environment. 
  • Proven ability to lead small projects including management of project schedules, budgets, and staffing. 
  • Significant experience supporting proposal development including scope of work, level of work, engineering estimates, schedule. 
  • Strong leaderships skills, with desire to train and develop early career and/or inexperienced professionals. 
  • Significant experience functioning in a QA/QC capacity. 
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing.
  • Minimum of 5 years related work experience.
  • All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
  • Continues developing knowledge and may provide guidance and direction on design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and B&V policies. Provides technical guidance to others regarding projects and disciplines.
  • Independently applies knowledge and complies with B&V quality program relative to assigned tasks.  May be responsible for ensuring compliance with B&V quality program.  Provides related guidance and direction to others. Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
  • Prepares a variety of complex engineering deliverables for larger or multiple projects.  Performs complex research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection. May oversee collection, assimilation, and management of data for engineering work.  Prepares complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principles.  Manages assigned budget, schedule, and quality requirements. Independently applies advanced engineering techniques and analysis problems and methods. Actively delegates appropriate tasks to lower level team members to develop depth of project execution staff. Reviews lower level engineering work or assignments. Is responsible for one or more of the following:  leading production teams; coordinating multiple discipline activity; and serving as the responsible charge for a project.
  • Actively coordinates with all other internal/external team members on moderately complex projects.
  • Responsible for assisting with identification of key client interests and drivers on low to moderately complex projects. Communicates client interests and drivers to project team members and develops approaches to accommodate these concerns in the performance of the work on low to moderately complex projects. Provides support to business development or pursuit activities and may offer other services to clients.
  • Recognized as a technical specialist and has knowledge and skill set to provide consultation and guidance to project teams in a particular practice area. May design a complete project of moderately complex scope or support multiple projects on the complex technical challenges. Actively fosters knowledge management and provides mentoring. May develop and apply advanced engineering concepts and approaches to unique engineering problems
  • Typically assists with performance management process, mentoring, recognition, and any corrective actions required. May participate in career planning, and learning and development.  Actively mentors lower level professionals and identifies successors to train in the specifics of their role.
  • May assist with resource management strategy. May have responsibility of engineering resources for small groups of a single discipline. 

May be accountable for some administrative responsibilities that include but aren't limited to:

  • Ensuring policies, procedures and processes are effectively implemented and communicated for work group.
  • Ensuring adherence to corporate and division programs.
  • Approving timesheets and expense reports.
Work Environment/Physical Demands

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

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Compensation Transparency

In accordance with local requirements, the annual compensation ranges for this role are listed below by state or jurisdiction and reflect the applicable office location(s) within each. Final compensation is determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, internal alignment, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.

  • State of California: 125,879 - 237,640
  • State of Colorado: 120,406 - 201,080
  • State of Illinois: 120,406 - 201,080
  • State of Massachusetts: 131,352 - 219,360
  • State of Minnesota: 114,933 - 191,940
Salary Plan
ENG: Engineering
Job Grade
016

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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

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Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Overland Park, KS, US

Year founded

1915


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