Fire Mitigation Engineer III​/Senior

Arizona Public Service generates clean, reliable and affordable energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state's largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country's fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise:
Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.

Summary

The Fire Mitigation Engineer III/Senior Engineer provides advanced engineering expertise to support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of wildfire and fire mitigation strategies. This role applies in-depth technical knowledge of fire mitigation, system protection, engineering standards, risk-based decision making, and device deployment to enhance the safety, reliability, and resilience of electric utility operations. The engineer serves as a recognized subject matter expert, providing technical leadership, evaluating complex engineering challenges, and developing effective solutions that serve as the basis for critical operational and strategic decisions.

The position requires a strong understanding of engineering technologies, field application practices, and organizational processes to identify and implement mitigation measures that reduce fire risk while maintaining system performance. Work is performed with a high degree of independence and is evaluated primarily on long-term results and outcomes. The Fire Mitigation Engineer collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, supports regulatory and compliance initiatives, and may provide guidance and mentorship to other engineering professionals.

This role may require shift work and occasional overnight travel.

Minimum Requirements

Engineer III

* A four-year Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline (see approved list) from an ABET accredited institution, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution or an ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) plus eight (8) years working experience in Engineering-related positions. (Five (5) years minimum for engineer III).

Senior Engineer

* A four-year Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline (see approved list) from an ABET accredited institution, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution or an ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) plus eight (8) years working experience in Engineering-related positions.

Approved Engineer degrees:

Materials Science/Metallurgy, Physics, Chemistry, Nuclear, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Electronics, Computer Science, Environmental, Chemical, Structural.

(A four-year bachelor of Engineering Technology degree is not considered an automatic equivalent for a B.S. degree in Engineering. A review of the degree program curriculum must be completed by Engineering department management.)

Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or

Qualifications:

* Problem analysis/resolution techniques.

* Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, practices, methods and safety standards in the area of applicable engineering discipline.

* Experience in the utility industry.

* Professional Engineer licensure.

Major Accountabilities

1) Develops and applies unique solutions and applications to a broad range of distribution protection strategies that reduce the overall fire risk throughout the state. Makes decisions and recommendations that have a moderate to significant effect on the overall organization and system performance.

2) Assists the organization in problem solving, as needed, by critically challenging assumptions and decisions to ensure the most optimal solutions and strategies are implemented. Assists in developing long-range fire mitigation strategies.

3) Leverages industry and organization resources to align and execute an overall strategy. Develops a path forward to address these issues including bridging strategies. May interface with outside agencies and regulatory authorities.

4) Research new developments and technology and make recommendations to management on their feasibility for Company operations. Maintains a thorough knowledge of fire mitigation industry trends and technology through involvement with research institutes (EPRI, etc.), industry peer groups, and regulatory bodies.

5) Provides technical guidance, leadership and support to less experienced engineers both internal and external to the fire mitigation team. Provides direction for programs…