Engineer

PSEG Long Island•Town of Oyster Bay, NY

11d•$79,400 - $125,600•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Senior Manager - Power Portfolios in the Power System Management Division, this position manages and oversees the review and creation of invoices associated with power purchase agreements, purchase agreements, seller security, capacity supply agreements, and interconnection agreements. The role requires an understanding of the operational management of generation resources interconnected to the LIPA system. The Engineer supports renewable and non-renewable projects proposed to interconnect to the LIPA transmission system, assists with generator availability data reporting to NYISO, and supports operational management of resources already interconnected to LIPA’s transmission and distribution systems. The position also performs financial engineering and detailed analysis of monthly power-purchase invoices, reviews and approves invoices for contractual compliance, and works with counterparties to resolve disputed items. It contributes to contract management from scope development and the RFP process through negotiation and invoice approval for contract performance and operations. The role is hybrid, with at least three onsite days per week. During storm or outage restoration, the employee may be assigned duties different from normal operations, work extended hours, or work onsite or at an alternate location as directed. PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
At least two years of relevant engineering experience in distribution or transmission system design, engineering, and construction methods.
Basic knowledge and skills in forensic accounting.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, as well as organizational, planning, and project coordination skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Adaptable, self-motivated, and results-oriented, with the ability to work in a dynamic environment.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and a safe and satisfactory driving record maintained throughout employment.
Compliance with the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 is required.
Demonstrated knowledge of financial engineering and the Long Island Electric System.
Knowledge of NYISO market structure and awareness of NYISO settlement market rules.
Wholesale power contracting experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering combined with proficiency in accounting.
MBA, MS, or PE.

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee the review and creation of invoices associated with power purchase agreements, purchase agreements, seller security, capacity supply agreements, and interconnection agreements.
Provide technical support to renewable and non-renewable projects proposed to interconnect to the LIPA transmission system.
Assist with generator availability data reporting to NYISO.
Assist in operational management of existing resources interconnected to LIPA’s transmission and distribution systems.
Perform financial engineering and detailed analysis of monthly power-purchase invoices to identify potential errors.
Review and approve invoices to ensure compliance with contractual terms.
Work with counterparties to resolve disputed invoice items.
Participate in end-to-end contract management, including scope development, the RFP process, contract negotiation, and approval of invoices for contract performance and operation.