PACO Group, Inc. · 2 months ago
Resident Engineer -- MTA Traction Power and Substations
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$60/hr - $75/hr
10+ years expPACO Group, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced Resident Engineer to support the Metropolitan Transportation Authority on a Substation Component Replacement Project in the Bronx, New York. The Resident Engineer will oversee complex electrical and traction power construction activities, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and safety protocols.
Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingProject Management
Responsibilities
Supervise and oversee construction, installation, and testing of high-tension (AC) and low-tension (DC) electrical systems, including Con Edison service feeders, transformers, rectifiers, switchgear, and power distribution panels
Verify proper installation and connection of Property Line Boxes (PLBs), conduits, control and feeder cables, and grounding systems
Oversee energization, isolation, and cutover operations in coordination with MTA Power and Con Edison to ensure safe transition from high-voltage to low-voltage systems
Witness factory and field acceptance testing (FAT/SAT) for switchgear, rectifiers, transformers, and SCADA components
Review and validate as-built drawings, schematics, and cable terminations for accuracy and compliance
Implement and enforce QA/QC procedures consistent with the project’s Quality Assurance Plan and MTA electrical standards
Review submittals, test reports, shop drawings, and wiring diagrams for switchgear, rectifier units, transformers, and low-voltage control systems
Ensure conformance with MTA Power Division standards, National Electrical Code (NEC), and IEEE requirements for high- and low-tension systems
Oversee and document testing and commissioning of SCADA interfaces, control relays, metering systems, and communication panels tied to the Power Command Center (PCC)
Maintain daily inspection logs, deficiency reports, and testing records for all traction power and substation systems
Support the Resident Engineer with schedule tracking, coordination meetings, RFI and submittal reviews, and change management
Coordinate with MTA C&D, Power Command Center (PCC), Con Edison, system integrators, and contractors to manage interface testing and system acceptance
Facilitate communication between field teams, engineers, and stakeholders for work involving property line boxes, feeders, switchgear lineups, and rectifier transformers
Prepare detailed weekly and monthly progress reports summarizing field progress, upcoming work, safety issues, and testing activities
Promote and enforce strict safety compliance for high-voltage and low-voltage work zones per OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and MTA safety protocols
Support Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures during switching, testing, and energization of high-tension circuits and low-tension control systems
Participate in risk assessments and hazard analyses related to energized equipment, confined spaces, arc-flash exposure, and substation environments
Ensure that all field work complies with MTA Power and Con Edison safety requirements for energized traction power systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related discipline required
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in New York State required
Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in construction engineering and field supervision of electrical, traction power, and substation systems
Demonstrated experience with Con Edison service integration, traction power substations, high-tension and low-tension switchgear, transformers, rectifiers, and SCADA control systems
Familiarity with MTA Power Division, Con Edison interface protocols, electrical code compliance, and energization procedures
Proficiency in construction inspection, QA/QC documentation, testing and commissioning, and electrical safety best practices
Prior experience on MTA, Port Authority, or utility-scale electrical infrastructure projects required
Preferred
Experience in testing and commissioning of substation equipment, including rectifiers, transformers, switchgear, and protective relays
Knowledge of SCADA telemetry, control wiring, and data acquisition systems
Familiarity with ProjectWise, Unifier, OneDrive, and MS Teams for project communication and document management
Benefits
401(k) and 401(k) Employer Matching.
Health Insurance.
Dental Insurance.
Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D.
Paid Time Off.
Paid Holidays.
Professional Development Assistance.
Company
PACO Group, Inc.
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51-200 employees
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