Senior System Engineer (Transmission)
Location:
White Plains, US
Summary
NYPA’s expertise in strategic transmission is vital to addressing New York State's critical need for an expanded, more reliable and resilient energy grid.
The Senior System Engineer will use their skills and experience in electrical engineering, power systems, transmission & utilities to support critical transmission infrastructure projects, including Propel NY & Clean Path NY.
The Senior Engineer will play a leading role in the Design review process for the Propel NY Energy Project, primarily focused on Substation, underground HV Transmission, HV Submarine cable systems; Clean Path NY Project on the Engineering & Design review side; and major transmission infrastructure development projects in NY State to support and align with NYS’s CLCPA goals.
The Senior Engineer will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and work closely with NYPA’s project partners to provide technical oversight on engineering design & reviews.
The successful candidate will exhibit technical expertise, excellent communication and collaboration skills, and project management capabilities.
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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.
Perform occasional emergency response, 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.
Perform inspections and evaluations of 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.
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.
Competent 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.
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.
Experience in a lead engineer role in the electric utility industry or electrical construction, preferred.
Physical Requirements
Approximately 25% travel, primarily within NY State
Willingness to enter confined spaces and climb/scale power system apparatuses is required.
Military Occupational Specialty Codes
MOS - Army: 12A, 12B, 12P, 18C, 24A, 24Z, 51S
MOS - Marines: 1120, 1302, 1310, 8824, 8831, 8832, 9622, 9624, 9630, 9631, 9632, 9636
MOS - Navy : EA, MME, UT, 2166, 2167, 2170, 2180, 2181, 2740, 4210, 4270, 4280, 5761, 5904, 5913, 5917, 5925, 5927, 5960, 5961, 5970, 5980, 7273
The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $122,900.00 - $168,990.00. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates’ relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.
NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates’ disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email .
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