Principal Civil Engineer

Job Number: 6778

External Description:

PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories:

Onsite are roles that have specific onsite requirements and are typically onsite daily.

Hybrid fixed are roles that are a blend of onsite work/in-person interactions with some ability to work remotely and require employees to live within a commutable distance and be onsite fixed days each week.

 

PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie, and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.

 

Job Summary

 

As the Civil Engineer, your responsibility is to perform engineering and design to ensure successful completion of Long Island Transmission & Distribution construction projects.

Job Responsibilities

 

Develop and evaluate the design of electric transmission systems and related facilities based upon reliability and economy, with consideration to operation, safety and maintenance requirements.

Develop material, engineering design, construction specifications/associated drawings, and standards as required for successful completion of assigned projects (Overhead, Underground Transmission or Civil/Structural).

 

Develop, review and revise standards as a result of recommendations by industry associations and codes (e.g. IEEE, ASCE, ACI, AISC, ASME, EEI, ANSI, AEIC, EPRI and NESC) related to state of the art materials and engineering/operating methods.

 

Participate in Research & Development initiatives, evaluate and procure new materials/equipment to improve performance of the electric transmission system.

Work with internal and external organizations/customers to ensure prudent engineering solutions are undertaken to special engineering and construction projects.

 

Perform budget/project cost estimates, special engineering studies, investigations and calculations as required.

 

Contribute all details of time accounting to Work plan efforts, including expense and capital time

 

Travel may be required to represent the department and company at industry meetings and vendor inspections.

 

Ability to respond to emergency storm and other conditions requires field work during nights and weekend.

 

 

 

 

 

Job Specific Qualifications / Required Skills

 

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited engineering college.
• Professional Engineer License and/or one of the following advance degrees: Masters Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from ATBE Accredited University, Masters of Business Administration or Energy Management or Advanced Degree (e.g.Economics, Computer Science, 2nd Engineering)
• Proven Subject matter expert in formal industry recognized role (e.g. Designated NERC Audit SME, Participation in Litigation as an Expert Witness, Chairman or Formal Leadership Role in Industry Stakeholder Group, and/or Formal Leadership in IEEE/Standards Working Groups NERC, NPCC, NYSRC, NYISO- minimum 1 year in position).
• Six or more years of experience in structural analysis, reinforced concrete, structural steel and soil mechanics. Experience with marine structures is required.
• Knowledge of AISC, ACI, ASCE, NESC, NYSDOT, NYS & local building codes.
• Familiarity and experience in  document management systems ( e.g.TeamCenter), 3D structural analysis and design software (i.e., Staad III) and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of ANSI, ASTM, National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Electrical Code (NEC) and other related guidelines related to electric transmission system engineering, design and operation (latest codes).  Familiarity with Occupational Safety Health Act (OSHA) guidelines.
• Experience with working with other engineering disciplines
• Experience with using Microsoft Office computer programs such as Word, Excel, Access and Outlook.
• A valid US driver’s license with a safe and satisfactory driving record.

 

Desired Skills (not required)

 

• Knowledge of engineering design and analysis of underground electric transmission systems including 23-345 KV pipe type cable and solid dielectric cable systems.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and TeamCenter 
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Electrical Code (NEC) and other related guidelines related to electric transmission system engineering, design and operation.  Familiarity with Occupational Safety Health Act (OSHA) guidelines.
• Demonstrated verbal, written, interpersonal communication skills and computer skills.

 

Job Number: 81627

Community / Marketing Title: Principal Civil Engineer

Location_formattedLocationLong: Hicksville, New York US