Consolidated Edison Company Of Ny
Sr Engineer - CENG, Substation Equipment Engineering
The Senior Engineer is responsible for performing engineering assignments of moderate complexity, including design, analysis, planning, and development of equipment specifications with respect to large power transformers, standards, and test documentation.
This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.
ResponsibilitiesCore Responsibilities- Prepare specifications for major substation equipment (e.g., power transformers, phase angle regulators, reactors) and accessories.
- Review and evaluate manufacturers proposals, designs, and drawings for compliance with requirements.
- Conduct technical analysis of bid proposals and participate in vendor qualification activities.
- Perform factory and field inspections to ensure equipment quality and standards compliance.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to Construction and Operating Departments during installation, commissioning, maintenance, and repairs.
- Develop and update operating, maintenance, and test procedures as needed.
- Prepare test procedures for commissioning and post-repair restoration of equipment.
- Interface with equipment manufacturers, industry standards bodies, and R and D organizations.
- Contribute to budgets, appropriations, scoping documents, concept reviews, and cost evaluations.
- Support development and updates of equipment health indices and recommend replacements.
- Participate in the Engineering Duty Roster, providing 24-hour support for emergent issues approximately three times annually.
- Perform other related tasks and assignments as required.
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of eight (8) years of engineering work experience. Experience in the development and application of technical principles regarding large power transformers (i.e. rating, application, specification, engineering, operation, and maintenance), preferred.
- Master's Degree with a Bachelor degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of six (6) years of engineering work experience. Experience in the development and application of technical principles regarding large power transformers (i.e. rating, application, specification, engineering, operation, and maintenance), preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, required.
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally, required.
- Knowledgeable in basic engineering design and principles, required.
- Working knowledge of applicable codes and industry standards associated with the equipment engineering, required.
- Ability to write specifications and standards and coordinate engineering projects and assignments, preferred.
- Candidates with a focus in electrical engineering or power systems are strongly preferred.
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Excellent collaboration and team building skills
- Effective leadership skills
- Driver's License Required
- Professional Engineer (PE) Preferred
- Ability to respond to system emergencies
- Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold
- Ability to work in adverse conditions that include, noise, confined spaces, and high elevations
- Ability to climb ladders and stairs
- Ability to work on elevated platforms, scaffolds, catwalks, roofs, and/or other equipment
- Ability to work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces)
- Ability to work with, and in, the vicinity of high voltage and/or other high-energy systems
- Stand, walk, and climb ladders and stairs for the duration of the workday
- Ability to travel to company locations to work on storm restoration and heat contingencies
- Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses
- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to work extended hours during system emergencies or scheduled equipment outages, ensuring seamless operations and team support.
Mission Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities – safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.
Benefits:
We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:
- 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
*Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part-time job titles.
About the TeamEEO Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.
Technical Difficulty Statement:
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Consolidated Edison Company Of Ny New York, New York, USA Office
New York, New York, NY, United States, 10003
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