Field Engineer - Substation Operations

ConEdison•Spring Valley, NY

12h•$105,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision of the Section Manager, the Senior Substation Field Engineer performs assignments of basic and moderate complexity in engineering field designs, problem analysis, and planning within Substation Operations. The Sr. Engineer conducts field investigations and prepares associated reports, and test memorandas within the field or fields of responsibility. This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or an associated Technical Field and 3 years of engineering work experience in substation engineering work or related operations experience. or Associate's Degree in Engineering or an associated Technical Field and 6 years of engineering work experience in substation engineering work or related operations experience.
Computer proficiency to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), required.
Experience and/or knowledge of substation layout and major equipment including breakers, switches, and substation steel, required.
Ability to interpret test results, one-line diagrams, and schematic drawings, required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical, technical and computer skills, required.
Working knowledge of applicable codes and industry standards associated with the equipment, required.
Driver's License Required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) and a minimum 8 years of engineering work experience in substation engineering work or related operations experience.
Ability to write substation and relay maintenance procedures and coordinate engineering projects and assignments, preferred.
Development and application of technical principles in substation equipment rating, application, specification, engineering, operation, and maintenance, preferred.
Professional Engineer (PE) P.E. License Preferrederred - Preferrederable to have a NY and NJ Professional Engineers License or be in the process of qualifying for a license.

Responsibilities

Indirectly supervise day to day activities of Technicians and Electricians and directly supervise during standby, including assigning and prioritizing work, monitoring performance, providing coaching and development, ensuring compliance with safety and operating procedures, and overseeing standby workforce activities.
Responsible for providing technical guidance and support during operation and maintenance of major substation electrical equipment (circuit breakers, power transformers, switchgear, capacitor banks, gas-insulated substations (GIS), instrument transformers, dc systems, test sets, etc.).
Responsible for providing field support to substation operations when system and equipment problems occur and performs root cause analysis and investigation of equipment failures.
Acts as a liaison and coordinates with Transmission & Substation Engineering (Equipment Engineer and/or Relay Engineer) to troubleshoot field issues and to determine best corrective action as conditions warrant and on an as needed basis.
Attend departmental meetings and serves on committees as required.
Assist in preparation of operating, maintenance, and test procedures.
Conduct and participate in field evaluation/analysis of field equipment or system maloperations, prepare failure analysis reports and other analyses as may be required.
Work independently and with Transmission and Substation Engineering, as needed, to prepare test procedures for equipment commissioning or post repair restoration.

Benefits

Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
Dental benefits
Health Savings Accounts
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) with robust matching
Employer paid Pension Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
State of the art Employee Assistance Program
Paid Parental Leave
Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
Employee discount program
Commuter Benefits
Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits