EPCOR Careers

Engineer, Planning

Headquartered in Phoenix, EPCOR USA owns, operates and builds water, wastewater and natural gas infrastructure and is among the largest private water utilities in the Southwest and the largest private, regulated utility in Arizona and New Mexico. EPCOR USA provides service to more than 360,000 people in 37 communities and 15 counties across three states. In addition to delivering regulated water and wastewater service to more than 350,000 people in Arizona and New Mexico and wholesale water services to municipalities in the Austin metropolitan area, EPCOR USA delivers natural gas service to customers north of the Houston metropolitan area. EPCOR USA is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of EPCOR Utilities Inc.

Our mission in Planning is to help EPCOR understand their current systems and anticipate their future needs.  The Engineers and GIS Professionals in Planning use asset data, operations trends, SCADA, engineering analysis, cartographic mapping, and infographics to analyze, develop, and communicate responsible long-term project recommendations for EPCOR’S 10-year capital improvement program.

Reporting to our Phoenix, AZ Corporate Office, the successful candidate will work in a dynamic team environment to develop and maintain the 10-year long-term capital improvement program (CIP) recommendations for a variety of assigned water, wastewater, reclaimed, and non-potable systems that EPCOR owns and operates. Remote work opportunities are available for qualified individuals after completing 90 days of employment.

Key Accountabilities:

• To manage consultants to complete comprehensive planning studies (CPSs) to proactively identify capital projects needed to sustain and supply organic growth within existing service territories.
• Perform technical analyses related to demand/loading projections, infrastructure reliability & replacement, water quality trends, and operational optimization.  Complete cost estimates and conceptual/planning level design of water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Work in a team environment and facilitate stakeholder consensus.

Requirements:

• Education: 4-year degree in Civil Engineering, or a related technical degree.  Coursework in water/wastewater distribution and collections systems or facilities is a plus.
• Certifications & Licenses: Registration as an Engineer in Training (EIT), Professional Engineer in the State of Arizona is a plus; ADEQ Operator Certification is a plus.
• Experience: Entry-level, 0-5 years of engineering/operations experience a plus
• Knowledge: Strong Computer skills in Microsoft Office; Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required.  Familiarity with Power BI, ArcGIS Pro, or hydraulic modeling software a plus.
• Skills: Ability to organize, interpret, and analyze data. Ability to use independent judgment and exercise discretion; problem solve; prioritize and multi-task.  Ability to communicate clearly and concisely. Possess excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Physical Requirements: Frequent sitting and standing in office/desk while operating a computer; frequent speaking; use of a headset; driving; and occasionally lifting up to 15 pounds.  Periodic outdoor field visits to various EPCOR operating sites requiring company provided safety PPE.  Occasional out of area travel to remote Arizona systems or to out of state systems.  

If you’re looking to build a career with a company that values its employees’ unique skills, talents, work styles and diverse experiences, EPCOR is the place for you.  We offer:

• competitive salaries and an incentive award program for all employees,
• comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance and disability,
• competitive vacation package that encourages a healthy work/life balance,
• training opportunities including tuition reimbursement and certification support, and,
• safe and supportive work environment
• Where We Work Program – a hybrid remote program once initial training has been completed.

To learn more about us and apply for this position, visit our website: www.epcor.com. Be sure to attach your current resume and a cover letter, including salary requirements.