Associate Engineer

PSEG Long Island•Town of Oyster Bay, NY

1d•$67,200 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Engineer supports the reliable and efficient operation of Distribution Automation systems for PSEG Long Island, including D-SCADA, Capacitor Control Systems, Network Monitoring, and associated computer and communications systems. The role monitors system performance, alarms, equipment conditions, network connectivity, and radio/fiber communications, and assists with maintaining interfaces between D-SCADA, OMS, EMS, and related applications. The position supports configuration, programming, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of supervisory-controlled devices, communications equipment, software, and control systems used by T&D Operations. It also involves maintaining EGIS mapping information, assisting with equipment inventory and repair coordination, and helping integrate and deploy new Distribution Automation technologies and switching equipment. Off-hours, on-call, and storm-response support may be required to help maintain reliability across the LIPA distribution territory.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline.
0–2 years of relevant engineering experience.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Working knowledge of fundamental engineering principles and practices.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Ability to organize priorities and manage assignments in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
Strong organizational and planning skills, including the ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet project milestones.
Ability to build effective and respectful working relationships and contribute successfully in a team environment.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and a safe and satisfactory driving history; the position requires travel to company locations and off-site assignments.
Compliance with the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 is required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Electrical Code (NEC), and other guidelines related to electric transmission system engineering, design, and operation.
Electrical testing experience.

Responsibilities

Support the reliable operation and maintenance of Distribution Automation systems, including D-SCADA, Capacitor Control Systems, and Network Monitoring systems.
Monitor system alarms, equipment conditions, network connectivity, and radio/fiber communications to identify and help resolve operational issues.
Assist with maintaining system interfaces between D-SCADA, the Outage Management System (OMS), the Energy Management System (EMS), and related applications.
Support configuration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of supervisory-controlled field devices, communications equipment, and associated hardware.
Assist with developing, testing, implementing, and troubleshooting software, scripts, communication protocols, and control logic supporting Distribution Automation functions.
Analyze and troubleshoot system, equipment, and communication issues, escalating more complex problems as appropriate.
Maintain and update EGIS mapping information to align with OMS and D-SCADA electronic mapping.
Assist with equipment inventory, documentation, repair coordination, and other asset-management activities.
Support evaluation, testing, and integration of new Distribution Automation technologies and switching equipment, including D-SCADA expansion and enhancement.
Participate in on-call and off-hours support and storm response as required.