Sr Engineering Tech

Sr Engineering Tech

Location: Albuquerque, NM, United States

Job ID: 6089775

Date Posted:Oct 9, 2026

POSTING DEADLINE

This position is posted until filled.

DEPARTMENT

Department: Customer interconnection

JOB DESCRIPTION

Sr Engineering Tech

Salary Grade: G07

Minimum Midpoint Maximum

$73,060 - $96,804 - $120,548

Personnel in this job title may be covered by NERC CIP cyber security standards. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a Personnel Risk Assessment, which includes identity verification and a criminal background check. Prior to being granted unescorted access to cyber secure areas, the candidate must attend cyber security training. Annual cyber security training is also required.

Given the financial nature of this position, this position may be required to obtain a credit check depending on location. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a credit background check.

SUMMARY:

Supports engineering teams by applying advanced knowledge in electrical, mechanical, and civil engineering to design and coordinate complex and large-scale projects. Manages technical efforts that directly impact system reliability, maintenance, and service quality for customers. Communicates with internal teams, customers, and external agencies, ensuring projects meet technical standards and regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversees for engineers in designing and coordinating complex engineering projects related to electricity transmission and distribution

Applies advanced electrical, mechanical, and civil engineering principles to improve system operation and reliability

Communicates effectively in writing and verbally with customers, company personnel, outside agencies, and other utilities for project negotiations and information exchange

Performs detailed field inspections to verify compliance with material, equipment, contract, and design specifications

Establishes project schedules, delegates tasks to other technicians, monitors progress, and verifies work quality

Prepares, verifies, and evaluates engineering drawings, charts, graphs, and technical documentation

Independently negotiates project details internally and externally, making decisions that impact project outcomes

Provides training and mentorship to junior technicians and assist in onboarding entry-level engineers

Assists in department budgeting by providing relevant technical information and project cost insights

Ensures adherence to applicable codes, standards, and engineering practices within assigned projects

Generates and analyzes computer data to support engineering decisions and project planning

COMPETENCIES:

Expert knowledge of applicable codes, specifications, standards and engineering practices and principals to area of responsibility

Ability to gather and synthesize complex or diverse information

Extensive background of theoretical and practical knowledge to develop solutions or recommendations to concurrent projects and issues

Ability to recognize and define objectives requiring action

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree from a four year college or university with five to seven years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and or experience related to the discipline.

Business needs dictate that the incumbent must routinely perform the identified tasks 75% of the time.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess a current, legally valid driver's license and meet the company's driving record requirements.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations

Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Working knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software

Ability to develop new computer applications for the department's use as needed, and use computers to generate or analyze data to perform work in area of responsibility

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

Advanced ability to solve practical problems with minimal technical direction from Senior Engineers. Ability to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. In depth networking with other internal departments. Job assignments typically require algebra, and may require trigonometry.

Physical Demands

Regularly required to sit up to 2/3 of the time. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

Work performed in office and/or field environment; certain areas of the company may require extensive field work and exposure to the environment in all weather conditions.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Engineering Tech II

Salary Grade: G08

Minimum Midpoint Maximum

$64,087 - $84,916 - $105,744

Personnel in this job title may be covered by NERC CIP cyber security standards. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a Personnel Risk Assessment, which includes identity verification and a criminal background check. Prior to being granted unescorted access to cyber secure areas, the candidate must attend cyber security training. Annual cyber security training is also required.

Given the financial nature of this position, this position may be required to obtain a credit check depending on location. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a credit background check.

SUMMARY:

Supports the engineering team by applying mathematical, electrical, mechanical, and civil engineering knowledge to design, develop, and coordinate moderate to large projects that enhance system reliability and customer service. Under general supervision, handles semi-complex engineering challenges, communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to improving operational processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Applies engineering principles to design and coordinate moderately complex projects related to electricity transmission and distribution

Communicates clearly in writing and verbally with customers, company personnel, outside agencies, and other utilities to support project negotiations and information gathering

Conducts field inspections to verify compliance with material, equipment, contract, and design specifications

Prepares, reviews, and evaluates engineering drawings, charts, graphs, and reports to support project execution

Uses computer applications and data analysis tools to generate and analyze project-related data

Independently negotiates project aspects internally and externally, making decisions that impact project outcomes

Provides training and assistance to lower-level technicians and other departments as needed

Assists in department budgeting by providing relevant project information and cost estimates

Ensures compliance with applicable codes, specifications, standards, and engineering practices

COMPETENCIES:

General knowledge of applicable codes, specifications, standards, and engineering practices and principles to area of responsibility

Ability to gather and synthesize complex or diverse information

General background of theoretical and practical knowledge to develop solutions or recommendations to concurrent projects and problems

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED with six to seven years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess a current, legally valid driver's license and meet the company's driving record requirements.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software

Ability to develop new computer applications for department use as needed, and use computers to generate or analyze data to perform work in area of responsibility

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

Intermediates ability to solve semi-complex practical engineering and design problems with some technical direction from Senior Engineers

Ability to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Job assignments typically require algebra, and may require trigonometry

Physical Demands

Regularly required to sit up to two-thirds of the time. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

Work environment includes office and field settings, with possible exposure to all weather conditions during fieldwork.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Engineering Tech I

Salary Grade: G09

Minimum Midpoint Maximum

$56,217 - $74,487 - $92,758

Personnel in this job title may be covered by NERC CIP cyber security standards. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a Personnel Risk Assessment, which includes identity verification and a criminal background check. Prior to being granted unescorted access to cyber secure areas, the candidate must attend cyber security training. Annual cyber security training is also required.

Given the financial nature of this position, this position may be required to obtain a credit check depending on location. If the position is covered, prior to being hired, promoted, or transferred into the position, the candidate must successfully pass a credit background check.

SUMMARY:

Supports engineering teams by applying foundational knowledge in electrical, mechanical, and civil engineering to assist with the design and development of smaller projects. Under direct supervision, helps coordinate project details, perform field inspections, and prepare documentation that keeps projects moving forward efficiently.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists in the design and development of minor engineering projects related to electrical, mechanical, and civil disciplines

Performs field research and inspections on electrical systems, materials, and equipment to support project accuracy and compliance

Communicates effectively with customers, company personnel, and external agencies to provide information and assistance

Apply general mathematical concepts and engineering principles to support project tasks and problem solving

Prepares and maintains routine engineering drawings, charts, graphs, and reports to document project progress

Reviews and summarizes records for internal and external department or project use

Assists in gathering and analyzing computer data relevant to engineering functions

Ensures all design paperwork is properly prepared and submitted to initiate project implementation

Follows applicable codes, standards, and engineering practices in all assigned tasks

COMPETENCIES:

Basic knowledge of applicable codes, specifications, standards, and engineering practices

Ability to gather and synthesize complex or diverse information

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED with five to six years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess a current, legally valid driver's license and meet the company's driving record requirements.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Working knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

Basic ability to solve practical engineering and design problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Job assignments typically require algebra, and may require trigonometry.

Physical Demands

Regularly required to sit up to two-thirds of the time. Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

Work may involve office and field environments, including exposure to various weather conditions.

SAFETY AND ADA STATEMENT

Safety Statement:

Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:

If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.