Senior Electrical Engineer I

Responsibilities

• Provide lead engineer function for a wide range of large or complex projects.
• Develop specifications and design packages and provide technical oversight for all, in accordance with applicable industry standards.
• Perform factory or field visits to support design reviews, inspections, evaluations, and testing, as well coordinate with vendors during the manufacturing process.
• Perform field visits to complete field inspections, condition assessments, and equipment evaluations and develop technical recommendations for complex scenarios with limited oversight.
• Occasionally respond to emergencies, including outside of normal business hours.
• Independently coordinate cross-disciplinary activities for the successful development and execution of projects and/or O&M activities.
• Provide expertise in the selection, interpretation and application of codes, standards and procedures. Set internal standards and procedures.
• Inspect and evaluate existing conditions for various electrical equipment and systems for proper installation, problem identification and troubleshooting. Recommend improvements to the design and construction.
• Manage the technical and commercial aspects of work performed by external entities.
• Represent the Authority at industry conferences, committees, or task forces.
• Review designs, calculations, specifications, and reports produced by other internal engineers and external consultants.
• Mentor and provide guidance for junior engineers.

PSE Group/Site Electrical

• Provide direction to the design and drafting personnel in the development of the project drawings and review work product.

Site Electrical

• Work independently as an Electrical Maintenance and Asset Management subject matter expert (SME).
• Hold work clearances, and coordinate work activities.

Metering Group

• Oversee the operational and revenue meter data collection systems meeting all regulatory requirements.
• Interface within NYPA and external agencies to support settlement and reporting activities.
• Expertise in electrical measurement and data collection equipment/systems.

Site ECC

• Perform emergency response on a 24x7 on-call basis to support ECC.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of applicable codes, standards, regulations.
• Ability to apply diverse technical principles and practices, with the understanding of the NYPA’s policies, operations and objectives, to complex engineering deliverables.
• Proven success in the management of technical and commercial aspects of complex projects.
• Certified in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficient in Electrical design or forecasting software such as SKM Power Tools preferred.
• Ability to adapt communication style and content to effectively convey the desired message to the target audience.
• Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple complex projects.
• Collaborative and team-oriented with ability to build relationships with vendors and stakeholders.
• Ability to perform complex engineering calculations, and establish new standard specifications, scopes of work, reports, and interdisciplinary design packages.

PSE/Metering/Site Engineering Groups

• Expertise in the design, operation, and maintenance of power system components related to power generating plant, transmission, substation facilities, metering, and their various related systems and components.

CPD Engineer

• Expertise in the design, operation, and maintenance of power system components related to commercial and industrial facilities and their various systems and components.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university.
• Master’s of Engineering Degree preferred.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of related work experience.
• New York State P.E License required, or P.E License from another state, with New York State endorsement within 12 months of start date.

Physical Requirements

• Approximately 25% travel, primarily within NY State.
• Willingness to enter confined spaces and climb/scale power system apparatuses is required.
• Site ECC: Must be able to provide 24/7 on-call support to ECC.

Benefits

The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is $138,000 - $208,000. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates’ relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.