Con Edison ยท 1 day ago
Associate Engineer (1H) -Distribution Engineering System Design G.R.I.D. Edge
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$80K/yr - $110K/yr
2+ years expCon Edison is seeking a motivated Associate Engineer to join the G.R.I.D. Edge team within Distribution Engineering's System Design department. The role involves performing technical analysis and collaborating on interconnecting renewable energy resources, while supporting the clean energy transition.
Utilities
Responsibilities
Ability to perform a technical review on Distributed Energy Resource applications which includes, but not limited to, electrical schematics, protection and control systems, and other submitted technical forms
Utilize load flow tools (e.g. PVL) to analyze and propose solutions to mitigate identified impacts of interconnecting distributed energy resources to Con Edison's electrical system
Support in the development and/or update of technical specifications for internal and/or external stakeholders as required
Interact with both internal and external customers, DPS staff and various levels of management
Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment, handle multiple assignments, and meet deadlines
Must be flexible, and be capable of exercising independent judgment
Identify and take ownership of issues related to technical matters and/or process improvements
Visit field locations, substations, or other company locations to enhance understanding of the distribution system and distribution system equipment as well as to improve specification compliance
Prepares, reviews and comments on Company specifications as required, as well as reviewing waiver request
Collaborate cross functionally with all internal and external stakeholders
Perform other related tasks and assignments as required
Comfortable in presenting to internal stakeholders, various levels of management, and external organizations
Support the DER project from design, construction, and witness testing to commission the system for operation
Remain up to date with advancement in technology and/or equipment to support interconnection
Direct, oversee, and review technical studies performed by contractors
Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers. Support the Distribution Engineering Situation Room as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and Minimum 2 years of related work experience
Knowledge of the Overhead and Underground Network Con Edison Electrical system Required
Proficient in Microsoft Suites Required
Must be flexible, and be capable of exercising independent judgment Required
Ability to effectively interact with both internal and external customers, support staff and various levels of management Required
Driver's License Required
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
Demonstrated problem solving skills
Preferred
Experience in utilizing load flow tools in performing analysis related to system faults, power flow, and voltage regulation
Working knowledge of relay protection and control systems
Ability to interpret electrical diagrams and customer site plans
Knowledge of electrical switchgears and transformer configurations
Knowledge of relay protection
Experience working with Poly Voltage Load Flow
Electrical Engineering Experience
Experience working in analytical software such as SINCAL, CAPE, and CYME TCC
Knowledge of distributed generation interconnection designs
Field experience involving the electric distribution system
Company
Con Edison
We provide power to more than 10 million people and businesses across NYC and Westchester.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
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