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New York Power Authority Electrical Engineer II in White Plains, New York

Electrical Engineer II

Location:

White Plains, US

Summary

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for providing electrical engineering support to all New York Power Authority generating plant and transmission substations throughout the State of New York. #LI-AS1

Responsibilities

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

  • Perform inspections and evaluations of existing conditions for various electrical equipment and systems for proper installation, problem identification and trouble shooting, or improvements.

  • Provide direction and review for the electrical design and drafting personnel in the development of the project drawings.

  • Review work, including the designs and specifications, produced by other engineers.

  • Provide office and field engineering support and oversight during construction or outage activities.

  • Ensure deadlines are met as assigned by supervisors.

  • Assist the supervisor in the coordination of work with other disciplines and departments for the successful development and execution of the project.

  • Perform inspections and evaluations on vendor products to ensure engineering requirements and Authority needs are satisfied.

  • Gather information (site, vendors and other engineers) for engineering task.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of commercial and industrial facilities and their various electrical systems and components are required.

  • Ability to apply diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices, coupled with the understanding of the NYPA’s policies, operations, and objectives, to solve all but the most complex engineering problems, and make technical recommendations on design methods and obstacles on a project as well as programmatic level.

  • Knowledge of and a working familiarity with current codes, standards, and regulations.

  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

  • High computer literacy.

  • Demonstrated performance on multi-discipline team projects.

  • Ability to produce clear, concise, complete and articulate reports which explain recommendations.

  • Ability to develop complete, accurate and detailed modification packages, specifications, drawings and other engineered construction documents.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills.

  • Strong presentation skills.

Education, Experience and Certifications

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

  • Minimum of 6 years of work related experience.

  • Qualifications to sit for Part I and/or Part II of the PE exam preferred.

  • Experience with NYPA policies and business practices 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 target salary range for this position is: $110,620.00 - $152,090.00. 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  accessibility@nypa.gov .

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