Commonwealth of Massachusetts · 17 hours ago
High Voltage Electrical Test Engineer (Electrical Engineer V)
United States-Massachusetts-185 Kneeland Street
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$107K/yr - $107K/yr
6+ years expThe Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is responsible for developing and coordinating transportation policies and projects in the Commonwealth. They are seeking a High Voltage Electrical Test Engineer to manage, evaluate, and supervise maintenance and testing of electrical equipment within the MassDOT Highway System distribution network, ensuring safety and compliance with engineering standards.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Review and confirm proposed Tunnel Electrical installations are in compliance with NFPA and MassDOT standards for life safety
Develop 15kv Systemwide switching orders to maintain operation and reliability of the MHS Tunnel System
Develop Lock-out Tag-out procedures to support worker safety on equipment to be worked on by in-house or outside entities that work on any of the MHS Electrical Systems
Verifies system testing to ensure program performance and adherence to system requirements
Coordinates schedule for all electrical system testing along with testing of the System Control and Data Acquisition device points for electrical and building systems
References baseline testing levels for equipment
Design, develop and execute tests for electrical equipment to ensure safety, performance and compliance with specifications
Oversee testing processes, ensuring runs meet timelines and standards
Analyze test results, document findings and report to Senior Electrical Engineer
Consult with and advise Engineers, contractors, and High Voltage Electricians on electrical testing problems/issues and provide corrective action
Leads the training efforts for the electrical staff
Assists District 6 Facilities Engineering with maintenance problems
Provides troubleshooting/technical support for preventive and corrective work order related issues
Reviews test procedures and updates as necessary
Coordinates with City, Municipal, State, and outside agencies
Responds to facilities, roadway, and tunnel incidents and emergencies 24/7
Supports other Facilities and District 6 Departments
Oversees and manages service contracts
Review and Approve Electrical contractor and consultant electrical equipment and cable test plans
Ensures that correct safety procedures are being followed
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
At least six years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in electrical engineering work
At least three years must have been in a professional capacity
At least one year must have been in a supervisory, managerial or administrative capacity
Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License
Benefits
A five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired at MassDOT
The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's first paycheck. 2) $2,000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employee’s probationary period.
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Funding
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$20.84MKey Investors
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2024-10-29Grant· $20.84M
Leadership Team
David J. Kelly
CEO/President
Mary-Louise White
CEO
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