Engineer - Transmission & Substation

Con Edison•Spring Valley, NY

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Senior Engineer or Section Manager of Civil Engineering and Survey, the Engineer provides engineering, technical, project management, and field support for transmission and substation projects. The role supports the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of utility infrastructure, collaborating with internal departments, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders. The Engineer applies engineering principles and practical utility experience to develop solutions that support safe, reliable, and efficient electric service throughout the Company’s service territory. This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan. With some general guidance, the Engineer serves as Project Engineer for assigned overhead transmission engineering projects and manages lower-level engineers, consultants, and contractors. The role also includes participation in storm restoration efforts and emergency response assignments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 3 or more years of engineering experience, or a Master’s degree in Engineering and 2 years of engineering experience.
Knowledge of electric utility systems, infrastructure, and construction practices.
Familiarity with transmission, distribution, substations, or related utility facilities.
Understanding of engineering principles and their application to utility, infrastructure, or construction projects.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, standards, technical specifications, and project documents.
Demonstrated project coordination and problem-solving skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, and technical abilities.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to interact effectively with customers, support staff, and various levels of management.
Strong analytical, technical, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to work on a team with other employees.
Computer literacy in Windows environments, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Project.
Ability to apply sound individual judgment, initiative, creativity, and decision-making in handling assignments.
Required driver’s license.
Ability and willingness to travel within the Company’s service territory and occasionally out of the area for business meetings or conferences.
Ability to work non-business hours during emergencies, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering and 2 or more years of Civil Engineering experience.
Engineering experience in utility, construction, operations, or related technical fields.
Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
Engineer-In-Training certification.

Responsibilities

Support the planning, engineering, construction, operation, and maintenance of transmission and substation facilities.
Provide engineering, technical, and project management support for capital and maintenance projects throughout project development and execution.
Create, review, and evaluate engineering designs, drawings, specifications, technical documents, cost estimates, schedules, and project plans prepared by internal and external resources.
Coordinate with Operations, Construction, Environmental, Real Estate, Community Affairs, and other internal stakeholders to support project objectives and successful project delivery.
Conduct field assessments, site visits, inspections, and investigations related to utility infrastructure and construction activities.
Collaborate with contractors, consultants, manufacturers, and suppliers regarding project requirements, material specifications, schedules, and work performance.
Analyze operational, engineering, and construction-related issues and develop practical solutions supporting system reliability, safety, and efficiency.
Prepare technical reports, studies, designs, presentations, recommendations, and other documentation to support engineering and business decisions.
Stay informed of applicable industry standards, regulations, emerging technologies, and best practices related to utility engineering, operations, and construction.
Participate in departmental initiatives, cross-functional teams, storm restoration efforts, emergency response assignments, and other duties as assigned.
Use transmission and structural engineering design software such as PLS-CADD, PLS-Tower, PLS-Pole, RISA-3D, RISA-Foot, and EPRI’s FAD under supervision of the Senior Engineer.
Serve as Project Engineer for assigned overhead transmission engineering projects and manage lower-level engineers, consultants, and contractors.
Perform other related assignments as required.
Respond to Company emergencies through a System Emergency Assignment to help restore customer service.