Engineer (2L) - Central Eng, Project Development & Delivery

Overview

Responsibilities

• Will evaluate transmission/substation project requirements, prepare scopes of work, design criteria, construction packages, economic analysis, authorization and appropriation requests and engineering specifications for the Companys high voltage electrical system including substations, underground and overhead transmission cables and auxiliary systems such as Pressurization and Cooling Plants.
• Coordinate projects with engineering disciplines, users, construction and provide field support as required.
• Monitor and report on project status, schedules and costs.
• Interface with or direct project work teams of internal and external discipline engineers and designers.
• Address outage, safety and environmental constraints as required.
• Prepares or directs the preparation of equipment, cable and accessory purchase specifications including review and acceptance of manufacturers proposals and drawings.
• Prepare studies associated with the New York Independent System Operator Interconnection Process.
• Serves as Lead Discipline Engineer with decision-making capability and meets with other departments on the installation of new equipment.
• Partakes in the rotational emergency duty schedule to support operations as needed, during system emergency conditions.
• Assists in preparation of operating, maintenance, and test procedures.
• Participates in preparation of capital budgets, appropriations, scoping documents, concept reviews, design field walks, and cost reviews.
• Provides technical assistance as required.
• Perform other related tasks and assignments as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and 3 years of applicable work experience in power systems - substations, overhead and/or underground transmission, or distribution systems - ENGINEER (2L)

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 3 years of applicable work experience.

• Must recognize the importance of Commitment to Excellence and personnel safety, be able to provide exemplary customer service, make sound business decisions, demonstrate a high energy level, work under pressure, and be able to handle multiple assignments with changing priorities while meeting deadlines. Required
• Strong organizational, teamwork, leadership, interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills are essential. Required
• To succeed in this position, our team members must be self-motivated, resourceful and articulate. Required
• Team members will possess a can-do attitude, have a clear sense of accountability and understand what it takes to meet customers needs. Required
• Experience in the application and /or development of technical principles and practices associated with Electric Utility systems is required. Experience shall be specific to the engineering and application of Power Systems for Substations, transmission, and/or Distribution facilities. Required
• Strong oral and written communications skills are required for managing projects, making presentations and project conflict resolution. Required
• Computer skills are essential including proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint). Required
• Experience with conceptual design, system planning, and electrical analysis is highly desirable. Preferred
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering. Preferred
• Familiarity with local, state, national, and industry codes and standards. Preferred
• Ability to write specifications and standards and coordinate engineering projects preferred. Preferred

• Demonstrated analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Develops and delivers effective presentations
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.

• Driver's License Required

• Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.
• Must be able to travel to company locations and wear the required PPE as needed.
• Other requirements that are position specific will be noted in the posting
• Must be willing and able to work in the field and office environment.
• Must be willing and able to travel throughout the company service territory and surrounding areas, and travel to company locations.
• Must be willing and able to walk extensively, climb ladders, perform inspections in manholes and trenches, and travel or walk on uneven paths.
• Must be willing and able to work in all weather conditions, both indoors, outdoors.
• Must be willing and able to work in the vicinity of high voltage equipment (live electricity), transmission lines, and confined spaces.