Engineer Assc - Engineer Sr (TFS Station)
The TFS Station Engineer provides engineering and technical support for transmission substations and high-voltage equipment, ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant operation of the transmission system. This role involves on-site support for equipment installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and emergency restoration, while collaborating with multiple teams and contractors. The position is ideal for entry-level engineers seeking to develop technical expertise and leadership skills in a dynamic utility environment.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
The Confidential Client is hiring an entry- to mid-level TFS Station Engineer to provide engineering and technical support for transmission substations and high-voltage equipment. You will support safe, reliable operation of transmission assets by assisting with installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, modernization, emergency restoration, and project execution.
- Provide on-site technical support for substation equipment and systems
- Assist field crews with troubleshooting equipment failures and abnormal conditions
- Support commissioning, testing, and project closeout activities
- Help maintain accurate station documentation, equipment configuration, and regulatory compliance
- Contribute to outage support, emergency restoration, and mobile transformer/skid installations
Responsibilities
- Support preventive and corrective maintenance programs and evaluate equipment deficiencies
- Participate in project scoping, design reviews, site walkdowns, and commissioning tests
- Perform basic failure investigations and root-cause analysis with guidance
- Prepare and review routine technical documentation and test reports
- Recommend practical, safe, and maintainable engineering solutions
- Coordinate with Engineering, Protection & Control, Operations, Project Management, contractors, and field personnel
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program is preferred (entry-level/new graduates welcome)
- Passing or preparing for the FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) exam is encouraged
- Basic understanding of transmission substation equipment, standards, codes, and safety practices
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to follow guidance from senior engineers
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; able to work collaboratively with field crews and multi-discipline teams
- Willingness to perform field work, occasional lifting, and to participate in emergency/after-hours response as needed
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation varies by grade and experience. Range examples posted by the Confidential Client:
- Engineer / Engineer Technologist Associate: $74,551 - $93,188 per year
- Engineer / Engineer Technologist: $87,633 - $109,542 per year
- Engineer / Engineer Technologist Sr: $98,993 - $128,688 per year
In addition to competitive pay, the Confidential Client offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, retirement, and work-life needs.
Location & Work Type
This position is based in Meers, OK. This role requires field and on-site work at transmission substations and may include travel within the region to support projects and outage response. Employment type: FULL_TIME.
Why Join
- Opportunity to build utility and substation engineering experience early in your career
- Hands-on exposure to commissioning, field troubleshooting, and grid modernization projects
- Mentorship from experienced engineers and clear pathways for professional development and PE licensure
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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