Specialist Engineering
About The Position
As a member of the Utility Energy Operations Electrical and Control Systems Department, the Specialist, Engineering supports the department as a technical resource for maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of standby generators owned and operated by the department. The role partners closely with Global Safety and the Environment (GSE) to ensure air emissions compliance and continuous audit readiness. The position also supports electrical maintenance and troubleshooting of low- and medium-voltage systems and may occasionally be asked to cover off-shift operations. The Utilities & Energy Operations department is responsible for safe, compliant, reliable, and cost-effective operation of Powerhouse, Central Plants, and Water Facilities. Its operations include two combined-cycle heat and power plants, five balance-of-plant boilers, and seven distributed campus chiller plants. The power plant has a generating capacity of 60 MW; the boilers have a total steam-generating capacity exceeding 1,000,000 lbs. per hour; and the campus chiller plants have a combined capacity of 40,000 tons. The department provides West Point campus utilities 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.
Requirements
- Accredited engineering degree, formal training in an electrical trade, or equivalent industrial electrical experience.
- Minimum 1–3 years of experience with industrial electrical systems, standby generators, power generation, or electrical distribution equipment.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Technical problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to handle and prioritize many simultaneous assignments and quickly adapt to changes in business priorities.
- Ability to quickly address issues and develop solutions to minimize compliance risk and improve utility and facility reliability.
- Applied professional work experience demonstrating knowledge of environmental compliance requirements, safety, and regulatory and code compliance.
- Required skills listed: Electrical Engineering, Equipment Commissioning, Maintenance Supervision, Mechanical Troubleshooting, Power Systems (Inactive), Safety Instrumented System (SIS), and Technical Problem-Solving.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
- 5+ years of experience with industrial electrical systems, standby generators, power generation, or electrical distribution equipment.
- Experience with Emissions Monitoring Systems and EPA/PADEP regulations.
- Experience working in a collective bargaining unit-based environment.
- Experience managing budgets.
- Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards, including NFPA 70, 70E, and 110.
- Relevant professional experience supporting the pharmaceutical industry, including manufacturing, research labs, pilot plant, and utilities operations.
Responsibilities
- Manage corrective and preventive maintenance, testing, and environmental compliance for all standby generators.
- Oversee the service provider performing generator testing and maintenance, and supervise repairs.
- Manage the budget and provide input for operating expense budgets and capital investments.
- Provide generator data to GSE for site air emissions PADEP Title V compliance requirements and submissions.
- Serve as the site subject matter expert for generator compliance supporting Title V requirements and agency audits.
- Support electrical maintenance and troubleshooting of low- and medium-voltage systems.
- Occasionally cover off-shift operations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision healthcare, and other insurance benefits for employees and family.
- Retirement benefits, including 401(k).
- Paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.
- Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
