Technical Specialist I-II (Transmission Engineering – Programs)

Salary Range: $87,182- $130,111

Relocation: Yes

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.

Summary

The Transmission Engineering Programs group is responsible for the development and management of Transmission Capital and Capital Maintenance Prioritization Committee (CMPC) projects within Transmission Engineering. The Transmission Engineering Programs group is part of the Oncor Transmission Business Unit under the Engineering and Operations Branch and is responsible for engineering programs such as the Telecom Refresh Program and the Oncor System Resiliency Program. The Transmission Engineering Programs group coordinates with numerous internal organizations such as: Oncor IT, corporate security, telecom, local district operations, system protection, land and ROW group, construction, local customer operations, and TPMO. A Transmission Engineering Programs project requires the ability to coordinate multiple activities, apply sound engineering principles, and a diligent focused work effort.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Directly or through others, the incumbent:

• Working with a Transmission Engineering Resource Engineer or consultant to produce engineering designs, drawings, specifications, and bills of material for transmission engineering projects in accordance with Company practices while meeting appropriate performance standards. This will require the use of engineering disciplines and practices.
• Working with a Transmission Engineering Resource Engineer or consultant to provide engineering designs and solutions for the installation of both technology equipment and physical security equipment.
• Is responsible for overseeing the scheduling of outside consultants to ensure on time deliverables and installation of equipment
• Assisting in the training of new Transmission Engineering employees concerning telecom requirements, decisions, and processes
• Prepare budgetary cost estimates and work authorizations to obtain financial approval for assigned projects.
• Initiate requests for project material
• Assist in construction coordination of the project using on-site meetings and material requisition
• Ensures that Oncor Telecom solutions, devices, and equipment meet Transmission line and station design and safety standards
  
  

Education Experience

Technical Specialist I

• Required: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent with six years experience in Transmission OR have a Two-Year Technical Degree from a certified college
• Applicants are encouraged to apply if they have a four-year Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology Degree from a certified university and also have a minimum of three years' experience in Transmission OR BS Engineering Degree (Civil or Electrical) from a certified university and also have a minimum of two years of experience within Transmission.
  
  

Technical Specialist II

• Required: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent with ten years’ experience in Transmission or Telecom or as a Technical Specialist I OR have Two-Year Technical Degree from a certified college
• Applicants are encouraged to apply if they have a four-year Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology Degree from a certified university and also have a minimum of three years’ experience in Transmission or Telecom as a Technical Specialist I OR BS Engineering Degree (Civil or Electrical) from a certified university and also have a minimum of six years of experience within Transmission
  
  

Skills

• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects – strong time management skills
  
  

Measures of Success

• Utilize computer-based engineering design tools, material processing, and accounting systems such as MicroStation, TFE, and Maximo.
• Defines and prioritizes assigned projects/tasks to complete on time
• Technical issues are timely and effectively resolved, documented, and communicated
• Recommended solutions meet all legal, regulatory, and safety requirements
• Utilizes knowledge and experience to effectively assist others
  
  

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 $2,000 in 2025) and other wellbeing resources.
• 401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.
• 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.