YMC Young Management & Consulting ยท 1 month ago
Staff Engineer/APM
Newark, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
4+ years expYMC Young Management & Consulting is seeking a Staff Engineer/Assistant Project Manager (APM) to provide critical engineering and project coordination support for electric distribution and transmission projects. The role involves technical leadership, project planning, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful project delivery.
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Responsibilities
Provide technical engineering support for the design, operation, and expansion of the electric distribution system, including customer-owned and utility-owned infrastructure
Perform engineering evaluations, load studies, system impact analyses, and economic assessments related to electric service requests and system operations
Provide technical consultation to internal stakeholders and external customers regarding service design, constructability, and operational feasibility
Review and approve distribution designs, material selections, and construction methods for compliance with utility standards and regulatory requirements
Support the development, execution, and tracking of Division Work Plans for capital and expense projects
Assist the Lead Supervisor and Project Management teams in managing the full project lifecycle, from scoping and design through bidding, construction, and closeout
Participate in the project bid cycle, including scope development, coordination with Procurement and T&D Project Management, contractor support, and award recommendations
Assist in the development of annual budgets, cost forecasts, and variance analyses for assigned project portfolios
Track schedule and financial performance to ensure alignment with approved work plans and regulatory commitments
Review and approve Work Orders prepared by Planners and Designers for technical accuracy, scope alignment, and budget compliance
Ensure completion of the Capital Work Plan portfolio, including: Major Capital Projects, Public Works Projects, System Conversions & Reinforcements, Exit Feeder Projects, Power Asset Management (PAM) Programs, Other large infrastructure initiatives
Provide technical guidance to internal teams and external partners for both PSEG-owned and customer-owned equipment
Demonstrate the ability to lead, motivate, and technically guide team members while fostering collaboration across engineering, operations, construction, and external partners
Set technical direction for assigned projects and contribute to broader organizational engineering strategy
Participate in and represent the organization at safety meetings, technical briefings, and professional society events as directed by leadership
Provide expert testimony or regulatory support when required
Maintain a strong customer-focused mindset, ensuring high service levels while protecting system reliability and safety
Perform field site visits to verify design conditions, support construction activities, and resolve complex technical issues
Participate in storm restoration and emergency response efforts, including off-hour work, extended shifts, and field operations support as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (Electrical Engineering strongly preferred)
Minimum of 4 years of relevant engineering and/or operations experience supporting electric distribution and/or transmission systems
Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); ability to rapidly learn new utility systems
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all organizational levels and external stakeholders
Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and results-oriented mindset
Demonstrated leadership skills, professionalism, and customer/client focus
Valid U.S. driver's license with a safe and satisfactory driving history
Willingness and ability to travel locally and regionally to attend meetings and field sites
Ability to respond to storm/emergency conditions, including nights, weekends, and extended work schedules as required
Preferred
Experience supporting regulated electric utilities in a planning, engineering, or project management capacity
Working knowledge of distribution automation, feeder analysis, substations, service design, and load forecasting
Experience with capital program management, public works coordination, and large-scale infrastructure programs
Familiarity with utility asset management, GIS platforms, and project management systems
Company
YMC Young Management & Consulting
Who Are We? Young Management and Consulting (YMC) is a professional service provider that offers customizable services and solutions to clients and customers.
51-200 employees
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