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The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey · 1 day ago

Chief Electrical Engineer

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$149K/yr - $238K/yr

15+ years exp

The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey is seeking a Chief Electrical Engineer to lead its electrical engineering services. This role involves directing design and operational support for various transportation systems, managing resources, and providing technical guidance to senior executives.

Government Administration

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Serve as the subject matter expert for the Engineering Department on matters related to electrical and electronics design and systems and provide technical advisory services to senior executives

Direct conceptual, preliminary, and final design development and design services during construction for all electrical and electronics projects to ensure they are delivered within the established scope, budget, and schedule

Manage resources and prioritize work assignments to deliver design documents

Lead the production of high-quality, innovative, sustainable, resilient, reliable, and cost-effective designs, in compliance with applicable design guidelines, codes and standards that meet the established scope

Provide high-level technical audit on consultant-led projects

Prepare standardized Contract Specifications, Standard Details, Electrical Design Guidelines and Tenant Construction Review Manuals

Serve as the single point of contact for electrical utility companies in the region

Serve as the Chairman of the High-Tension Electrical Board for establishing the High-Tension Administrative Rules and for certifying high-tension electrical operators at Port Authority facilities

Manage and lead recruiting, hiring, training, performance, administration, promotions, and overall development and motivation of a staff of 40 or more permanent staff members

Lead the electrification efforts for the Authority by researching and recommending new sustainable technology and initiatives to meet the net-zero goals

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringProfessional Engineer LicenseHigh Voltage SystemsLighting Systems DesignSCADA SystemsProject ManagementProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsNegotiation Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university

Professional Engineer license in the States of New York and New Jersey

A valid driver's license

A minimum of 15 years of experience in progressively more responsible positions in the field of Electrical engineering design, including high, medium, and low voltage power distribution systems, lighting systems, and communications and electronics systems design

Proven ability to lead, manage, and prioritize multiple assignments with multiple disciplines

Demonstrated experience in problem-solving, negotiations, and conflict resolution skills to effectively reach sound conclusions and recommendations

Experience managing a large full-service staff of at least 15 professionals and sub-professionals engaged in all various phases of Electrical engineering design, for transportation/public utility/state/municipal facilities

Demonstrated and working knowledge of Local, State, and Federal codes and standards

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work efficiently, independently (with direct reports), and prioritize, as required

Demonstrated experience in leading project teams in the preparation of engineering designs, including preparation of proposals, design coordination, schedule reporting, budget reporting, and briefing senior staff

Experience in preparing the scope of work and design criteria for all projects involving consultants and auditing of consultants' design and progress

Preferred

Master's Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Demonstrated experience in problem-solving, negotiations, and conflict resolution skills to effectively reach sound conclusions and recommendations

Thorough understanding of electrical utility company specifications and requirements

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Hybrid work options for many positions

A professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement

Company

The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey

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If you have ever flown out of JFK, biked across the George Washington Bridge, or captured that perfect picture of the World Trade Center, then you have witnessed just some of what the Port Authority of NY & NJ does.

Founded in 1921

5001-10000 employees