Electrical Engineer

Power Generation
White Plains, N.Y.

Description:
Candidates should be interested in challenging assignments and be willing to apply cutting edge technology to the New York Power Authority’s hydroelectric and fossil generating plants, and transmission and substation facilities.

Depending on the selected candidate’s knowledge and experience, focus of the position responsibilities may vary from: performing technical studies and calculations; preparation of detailed engineering and design including equipment specifications, drawings, test procedures, and construction specifications; or provide technical support to staff at the Operating Facilities on equipment issues such as failures, outages, repairs, maintenance, replacement and testing.

For technical study area, the candidate will plan and perform complete system studies of broad scope and complexity utilizing specialized software application programs and tools such as electromagnetic transient program. Calculations of the power system equipment rating characteristics, analysis of harmonics, grounding, magnetic and electric fields, system disturbances, and the root cause of equipment failures are required. In consultation with the Principal Engineer, preparation of reports on the studies and analysis will be required.

In design area, the candidate will be responsible for providing electrical engineering design to support all Authority generation and transmission facilities. The candidate will demonstrate competencies in the design and integration of all classes of electric utility systems and apparatuses. A working knowledge of a wide range of power station equipment and controls is required.  Typical duties will include ownership of  conceptual, analytical, and final design stages of modification projects, review of all design documentation, and the ability to administer on-site construction support, as required. These tasks will often be accomplished through a lead coordinator function in which the candidate will assume somewhat autonomous role, possessing the ability to perform independently without need of significant managerial or associate guidance.  In addition, the individual will act as the Authority’s design organization representative, serving as a project liaison between various Authority departments, electric utilities, and consultant organizations.

Requirements:
To quality for this position, the candidate must have a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of applicable experience.  A New York State EIT is desirable or the ability to obtain one in short order. A New York State PE license is required for the senior level position. The candidate is expected to be knowledgeable in the applicable current regulations, codes, industry standards and guides associated with the design of power plants and transmission system.

Strong oral, written and inter-personal communications skills are essential to be an effective contributor on multi-discipline team projects. The candidate should be well organized, self-motivated, adaptable, and have an innovative and proactive approach towards identifying and solving problems.

Competencies:
Planning
Getting the Job Done
Leadership
Collaboration
Communications
Decision Making

We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits in a strong team environment.  Please e-mail your resume to careers@nypa.gov and be sure to put the job title in the subject line.