Senior Principal Electrical Engineer

The Port Authority of NY & NJ•New York, NY

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

At the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, we’re seeking a motivated Senior Principal Electrical Engineer to join our Electrical Engineering design unit, within the Engineering/Architecture Design Division. This group supports planning and design for a wide range of transportation assets, including airports, ports, ferries, tunnels, bridges, rail systems, and bus terminals. The electrical design group provides engineering design services and prepares preliminary and final documents for innovative planning, design, construction, and operation of the most critical electrical and electronics assets within the Port Authority facilities. Electrical Systems generally include: Medium Voltage Distribution, including 27kV, 15kV, and 5kV systems and associated distribution system equipment, including main and unit substations Low Voltage Distribution System and associated equipment Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and monitoring systems Fire Alarm Systems Outdoor/Indoor Lighting Systems

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering college or university.
Professional Engineer’s License in the State of New York or New Jersey.
Minimum of 12 years of professional design experience performing medium and low voltage electrical distribution systems, SCADA, lighting, and life safety systems. This should also encompass supervisory experience on small to major design projects (projects with $5 million or more in construction contract value).
Through knowledge of codes, guidelines, and standards, including, but not limited to, NEC, NFPA, Energy Conservation Code, IEEE, ANSI, ADA, Building Codes, and OSHA requirements.
Proficiency in preparing contract drawings such as power distribution single line, riser and interconnection diagrams, equipment layouts, plans, sections, and standard details.
Demonstrated experience in leading project teams in the preparation of engineering designs, including preparation of proposals, design coordination, schedule reporting, budget reporting, and briefing senior staff.
Experience in preparing the scope of work and design criteria for all projects involving consultants and auditing of consultants’ design and progress.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering college or university.
Experience managing a technical staff of at least five professionals engaged in all phases of electrical engineering design for transportation facilities, including staff training and implementing staff motivation.
Demonstrated experience in problem solving, negotiations and conflict resolution skills to effectively reach sound conclusions and recommendations.
Proven ability to lead, manage, and prioritize multiple assignments with multiple disciplines.
Ability to demonstrate strong conceptualization, problem-solving, and decision-making skills from experience in planning, directing, and managing both routine and complex transportation programs and projects.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work independently and prioritize as required.
Proficiency in preparing contract documents, drawings and technical specifications.
Excellent oral and written communication skills commensurate with the supervisory responsibilities of the position.
Excellent presentation skills, including experience making presentations
Experience in electrical systems design, including substation design, underground power distribution, high, medium, and low voltage power distribution, emergency power, electric motors and controls, grounding, lighting, lightning protection, and SCADA systems.
Thorough understanding of Con Edison High Tension Manual and specifications
Experience in factory testing, field testing, and commissioning of medium and low voltage power distribution system equipment
Proficiency in performing electrical calculations such as equipment sizing, short circuit and coordination studies, voltage drop, load studies etc.
Proficiency in the use of power analysis software such as ETAP, EZ Power, and SKM Systems Analysis
Proficient in the use of software applications, such as AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Supervise and review the preparation of Contract Documents consisting of drawings, technical specifications, construction cost estimates, and purchase orders. Lead a team of electrical engineers in producing biddable and constructable Contract Documents to meet the requirements of the Client Department within time schedules and budgets.
Review preliminary conceptual design work and planning for Capital Projects and Major Work Programs. Provide the Client Department with design alternatives and associated costs for future planning and funding of projects.
Prepare, provide oversight, and review the preparation of Contract Documents for design-bid-build (DBB) contracts, consisting of drawings, technical specifications, and construction cost estimates.
Prepare, provide oversight, and review the preparation of Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and Request for Proposal (RFP) Documents for design-build (DB) contracts, including the Requirements and Provisions for Work (RPW), Conceptual Design Drawings, technical specifications, and cost estimates for design and construction.
Review preliminary and detailed estimates, design criteria for new construction of medium voltage systems and substation design projects, and designs for the alteration of existing structures and utility systems. Evaluate and analyze power demand for systems/components, review criteria including tolerances, dimensions, shapes, and sizes, and determine the properties required in materials and feasible construction methods.
Provide guidance and direction in Engineering design, including technical analysis and associated economic studies, and make recommendations. Ensure technical integrity, safety, efficient operation, maintainability, and sound economics of the projects.
Ensure that projects are coordinated with other disciplines, Line Department facilities, and outside entities (electrical utility companies, manufacturer’s representatives, consulting engineers, and contractors). Minimize disruption of normal facility operations.
Manage staff to ensure design services meet the established Quality standards.
Manage staff participation in field commissioning and testing, including startup and troubleshooting of electrical systems. Ensure technical integrity, contract compliance, safety, efficient operation, maintainability, and minimum downtime of the systems.
Audit consultant’s design to ensure the design conforms to the Scope of Work, codes and Port Authority standards.
Develop Design Criteria and Design Guidelines for electrical design consultants for both federally and non-federally funded projects. Manage engineers and CAD personnel in the preparation of engineering drawings. Review the writing of specifications for material, equipment, and construction methods and standards. Investigate and make recommendations on the type, terms, and conditions of construction contracts.
Provide technical assistance to the Line Department and provide expert advice on infrastructure needs, and capital and operating programs development. Designs must ensure safe and reliable operation of facilities.
Confer with facility personnel and other departments on suggested revisions in contract provisions and material specifications and incorporate improvements in final contracts. Provide guidance and direction in answering questions of bidders regarding contract provisions.
Planning and designing electrification projects enabling the agency’s net-zero goals.
Ensure that tenant alteration work on P.A. facilities is compliant with the department design guidelines and designed in accordance with the most advanced technology available.
Maintain knowledge of State-of-the-Art technology and equipment in all relevant areas, as indicated above, for electronic and communication systems.
Provide effective guidance and supervision to assigned staff. Review staff, implement development plans, and provide or arrange training of assigned staff.