Engineer Intern

Posting Details

The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission serves New Mexico by ensuring safe operations and reliable utility services at fair, just, and reasonable rates consistent with the State's legal, economic, environmental, and social policies.

We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Why does the job exist?

This job exists to provide expertise to the Commission through written and oral testimony on Engineering issues . The position will also be a source of knowledge for various issues before the Commission that are filed by utilities regulated by the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission. The position will support and assist other Engineers and leadership as necessary.

How does it get done?

Review and evaluation of filed cases before the Commission. Applying knowledge and expertise through verbal and written communication, to include proof of analysis performed. Work with various members of the Advocacy Section to provide recommendations to the Commission.

Provides support and knowledge to projects as assigned.

Who are the customers?

The Utility Division serves as advocacy staff to the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission by representing the public interest in the regulation of electric, natural gas, water, wastewater and telecommunication matters. The public interest, as defined by law, seeks to balance the interests of consumers with those of utility investors.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the Utility Industry, the issues that impact the Commission, and energy sources and grid design. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have strong communication skills (both written and oral) and function at a high level as part of a multidisciplinary team working on complex issues.

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant engineering discipline and two (2) years of progressive experience under the direct supervision of an Engineer. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Must possess FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) certification within six (6) months of hire.

Employment Requirements

Driver's license and background check prior to hire.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting. Exposure to: Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT), extensive personal computer and phone usage. Communication with the general public and public agencies on a frequent basis. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to meet multiple deadlines. Occasional statewide and out of state travel maybe required.