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

Electrical Engineer

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$93K/yr - $149K/yr

4+ years exp

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer to join their Electrical Engineering unit within the Engineering/Architecture Design Division. This role involves preparing electrical engineering design documents, evaluating project scopes, and coordinating with other design disciplines to ensure the successful execution of transportation infrastructure projects.

Government Administration

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Prepare preliminary and detailed estimates, design criteria for new construction of electrical projects and designs for the alteration of existing structures and utility systems. Review criteria including tolerances, dimensions, shapes and sizes, and determines the properties required in materials and feasible construction methods

Development of preliminary conceptual design work and planning for Capital Projects and Major Work Programs. Provide the Client Department with design alternatives and associated costs, for future planning and funding of projects

Preparation of Contract Documents consisting of drawings, technical specifications, construction cost estimates, and purchase orders. Produce biddable and constructible Contract Documents to meet the requirements of the Client Department within time schedules and budgets

Perform engineering design, including technical analyses and associated economic studies and make recommendations. Ensure technical integrity, safety, efficient operation, maintainability and sound economics of the projects

Coordinate projects with other design disciplines, Line Department facilities and outside entities (manufacturer’s representatives, utilities consulting engineers and contractors). Minimize disruption of normal facility operations

Maintain knowledge of State-of-the-Art technology and equipment such as power distribution systems, microprocessor-based control systems, computed assisted design (CAD), specialized systems such as Lighting, Fire, Security, UPS, variable speed drives, fiber optic network, etc

Prepare design documents in accordance with the most advanced technology available in compliance with Code and PA Design guidelines

Qualification

Electrical systems designSpecification writingAutoCADEIT CertificationPower distribution systemsTechnical specificationsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointProblem solvingDecision makingNegotiationsConflict resolutionOrganizational skillsPresentation skillsWritten communication

Required

Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university

A minimum of four (4) years' experience in professional engineering work with primary experience in electrical systems design and specification writing for commercial and industrial facilities

Experience designing electrical systems, including low voltage power distribution systems and lighting systems; preparing electrical calculations such as equipment sizing, short circuit, voltage drop, load studies, etc.; preparing contract drawings; coordinating of technical specifications with contract drawings and preparation of construction cost estimates

Working knowledge in AutoCAD

Must possess a valid driver's license

Preferred

EIT Certification and /or on path to obtain PE license in the future

Working knowledge of guidelines and standards, but not limited to NYSDEC/NJDEP regulations, NEPA/SEQR

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

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

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work independently and prioritize as required

Proficiency in preparing contract documents, drawings, and technical specifications

Excellent presentation and written communication skills

Proficient in the use of software applications Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

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