Electrical Engineer II

New York Power Authority • Marcy, NY • 1h ago

Location:

Marcy, US

Summary

Provide electrical engineering expertise and direction for equipment and control systems, utilized in the Utility generation and transmission of electric power (high-medium-low voltage power, metering, control, security and fire alarm) ; and/or Customer utilization electrical systems (medium-low voltage power, control and fire alarm).

Develop solutions for electrical power and control systems in generation, transmission, substation, planning, metering or Customer utilization sites as assigned. Ensures that standards of quality, economics, safety, reliability, maintainability, timeliness and performance are met throughout all engineering activities.

The temporary reporting location will be the Byron Switchyard at 6959 Batavia-Byron Rd, Byron, NY 14422. The permanent reporting location will transition to 856 Route 441, Macedon, NY 14502 in 2027.

Responsibilities

Provide lead engineer function in support of a wide range of design modification projects, equipment applications and failure research, engineering studies, and operations and maintenance activities & practices.

Perform field visits to complete field inspections, condition assessments, and equipment evaluations and develop technical recommendations with moderate complexity.

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.

Select and apply codes, standards and procedures to work tasks appropriately.

Perform inspections and evaluations to ensure engineering requirements and Authority specifications are satisfied.

Provide technical leadership in state-of-the-art engineering and analytical techniques.

Review designs, calculations, specifications, and reports produced by other internal engineers and external consultants.

Provide direction and review for the electrical design and drafting personnel in the development of project drawings (site-based).

For assigned work and projects, provide supervision of maintenance department(s) staff, and contractors, and prepare and monitor the day-to-day work activities of the crafts. Work with planners in scheduling work activities; oversee the safety of employees. Review job packages to ensure they are complete and current prior to performance of the work. Review completed work, job packages, and work orders to verify all steps are complete and to ensure that all data/information is recorded.

Site Electrical

Hold work clearances, and coordinate work activities

Metering Group

Review and validate operational and revenue meter system and ensure proper operation and profiling of generation, transmission, and customer load data.

Interface within NYPA and external agencies to support settlement and reporting activities.

Site ECC

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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficient in the design, operation and maintenance of the electrical systems specific to the electric utility, or commercial/industrial industry, along with their various systems and components

Ability to apply diverse technical principles and practices, with the understanding of the NYPA's policies, operations and objectives, to engineering deliverables.

Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, regulations.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Collaborative and team-oriented with ability to build relationships with vendors and stakeholders.

Ability to coordinate the technical and commercial aspects of projects.

Ability to perform engineering calculations, and complete specifications, scopes of work, reports, and interdisciplinary design packages.

Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications.

Working experience with Electrical design or forecasting software such as SKM Power Tools preferred.

Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects

Education, Experience and Certifications

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university.

Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.

Minimum of eight (8) years of related work experience.

New York State Engineer in Training certification preferred.

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.

Hiring Manager: Michael Mikhael

Department: Transmission

Grade Level: EN04P4

The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $112,000 - $154,000. 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? accessibility@nypa.gov .

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