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Controls Engineer in Training (4-10 Work Week + Hybrid)
2026-01-28 Central Arizona Project all cities,AK
Description:
As a Controls Engineer In Training, the functional level is to provide CAP an internal method to train engineers for future filling of Controls Engineer positions. An Engineer-In-Training (EIT), through applied training, mentoring, formal training, and job assignment, will gain a thorough understanding of the operation, engineering, and maintenance requirements of the CAP. The EIT will help identify solutions to technical engineering problems, insure that technical documentation for those elements to which the incumbent is assigned are accurate, complete, and retrievable by those who require such documentation, to carry out or participate in the design of solutions to the engineering problems assigned, act as a productive team member on project teams, and to bring general engineering knowledge to bear on the engineering problems facing CAP.
Provides reliability engineering services as a member of an asset management team responsible for the reliability, availability and maintenance of ICS equipment at pumping plants, water conveyance systems and facilities for the Central Arizona Project (CAP).Identifies failures through root-cause failure analysis for ICS equipment.
Some of the duties include:
1. Provides productive work, or assistance to other senior staff, for the purposes of planning and constructing new features of the CAP and modifying, operating, and maintaining existing features of the CAP, through application of general engineering knowledge. This includes the preparation of, or technical review of, plans and specifications, internal Work Packages, and materials and cost estimates.
Provide control systems design including but not limited to:
3. Actively seeks out opportunities for expansion of engineering knowledge and experience and exposure to, and participation with, other CAP departments and divisions.
4. While working with other engineers, participates in the preparation and coordination of technical studies and investigations. Communicates the outcomes in a complete and professional manner to all appropriate levels.
About the Qualifications
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If you are a creative thinker looking for exciting challenges and work variety, at an amazing company, APPLY ONLINE TODAY! Your water, your future.
Hear what our employees are saying about working for CAP.
Click for details regarding CAP's benefits.
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I have reviewed the target hiring range for this position. I understand that this target range does not reflect the full employee pay range for this job. I understand that in addition to pay, CAP provides employees with a generous benefits package including pension, 401(k), excellent health insurance with $0 employee-only premium, dental, vision, life, disability, 4-10 work schedule with Fridays off, paid training, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, paid holidays, paid time off, wellness programs, and more.
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Which best describes your highest level of education?
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Have you successfully completed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam?
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Are you aware that if you haven't already successfully completed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam, you are required to complete within one (1) year of hire.
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Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?
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Do you have a valid driver's license and a good driving record?
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Salary: $81,910.40 - $97,260.80 Annually
Location : Headquarters - Phoenix 85024, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 1334
Department: Control Systems Engineering
Opening Date: 01/26/2026
Closing Date: 2/16/2026 11:59 PM Arizona
Overview & Purpose
About the Pay
Note: The salary range listed ($81,910 - $97,260) reflects the TARGET HIRING RANGE only and does not represent the full pay range for this position.
About Central Arizona Project
Central Arizona Project (CAP) is a 336-mile system that supplies Colorado River water to central and southern Arizona. More than 6 million people rely on this supply. CAP employs nearly 500 people who enjoy a team-oriented and safety-focused work culture. The close community of a small company is driven to help fulfill our extremely valuable mission.
Here's what some of our current engineers are saying about working for CAP.
Compensation & Benefits Package includes:
- Competitive Salaries
- Arizona State Retirement System - Pension
- 401(k)
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Life insurance, LTD, Short-term disability
- 4-10 (Mon-Thur) work schedule
- Option for part-time remote work after successful onboarding
- Paid training & tuition reimbursement
- 9 paid holidays
- Paid vacation & sick time
- Wellness programs
- No benefits waiting period
- Relocation benefits - Relocation assistance is available
- Significant training and development opportunities
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
As a Controls Engineer In Training, the functional level is to provide CAP an internal method to train engineers for future filling of Controls Engineer positions. An Engineer-In-Training (EIT), through applied training, mentoring, formal training, and job assignment, will gain a thorough understanding of the operation, engineering, and maintenance requirements of the CAP. The EIT will help identify solutions to technical engineering problems, insure that technical documentation for those elements to which the incumbent is assigned are accurate, complete, and retrievable by those who require such documentation, to carry out or participate in the design of solutions to the engineering problems assigned, act as a productive team member on project teams, and to bring general engineering knowledge to bear on the engineering problems facing CAP.
Provides reliability engineering services as a member of an asset management team responsible for the reliability, availability and maintenance of ICS equipment at pumping plants, water conveyance systems and facilities for the Central Arizona Project (CAP).Identifies failures through root-cause failure analysis for ICS equipment.
Some of the duties include:
1. Provides productive work, or assistance to other senior staff, for the purposes of planning and constructing new features of the CAP and modifying, operating, and maintaining existing features of the CAP, through application of general engineering knowledge. This includes the preparation of, or technical review of, plans and specifications, internal Work Packages, and materials and cost estimates.
Provide control systems design including but not limited to:
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
- Sub-Station Automation Controllers (RTUs)
- Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)
- Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)
- Control schematics and wiring diagrams
3. Actively seeks out opportunities for expansion of engineering knowledge and experience and exposure to, and participation with, other CAP departments and divisions.
4. While working with other engineers, participates in the preparation and coordination of technical studies and investigations. Communicates the outcomes in a complete and professional manner to all appropriate levels.
About the Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
- Must possess and be able to demonstrate good communication and professional interpersonal skills.
- Familiar with design and hardware around control system design.
- PLC software development experience (manufacturer preference is Rockwell)
- HMI software development
- Design experience of 600V or less systems
- Note: Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam within one year of hire is required.
- Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a good driving record.
- This is a safety-sensitive position and requires physical testing.
Click HERE to see the full position description.
If you are a creative thinker looking for exciting challenges and work variety, at an amazing company, APPLY ONLINE TODAY! Your water, your future.
Hear what our employees are saying about working for CAP.
Click for details regarding CAP's benefits.
01
I have reviewed the target hiring range for this position. I understand that this target range does not reflect the full employee pay range for this job. I understand that in addition to pay, CAP provides employees with a generous benefits package including pension, 401(k), excellent health insurance with $0 employee-only premium, dental, vision, life, disability, 4-10 work schedule with Fridays off, paid training, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, paid holidays, paid time off, wellness programs, and more.
- Yes
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Which best describes your highest level of education?
- Less than High School Diploma or Less than a GED
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- PhD or JD
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Have you successfully completed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam?
- Yes
- No
04
Are you aware that if you haven't already successfully completed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam, you are required to complete within one (1) year of hire.
- Yes
- No
05
Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?
- Yes
- No
06
Do you have a valid driver's license and a good driving record?
- Yes
- No
Required Question