Associate Engineer - OR Substations & Transmission Engineering

Substation Engineer required to join collaborative engineering culture in Orange and Rockland Engineering. The work allows for broad, diverse experience managing small to large projects that allow engineers to learn and be challenged.Associate Engineer: Under general supervision (Senior Engineer) of the Senior Electrical Engineer or Manager of Transmission and Substation Engineering, performs Electrical Engineering work in the Substation Engineering discipline. The work involves the design and application of Utility grade substation systems to the transmission and substation systems for the Company. Provides engineering support to various operations groups throughout the Company. Core Responsibilities

• At O&R, we have and we all need to take special interest in our customers, both within the company and externally. As an employee, you need to commit to these ideals of developing a proactive, customer-centric culture to foster trust and confidence among customers and improve value for all our stakeholders.
• Substation Engineers major responsibilities include: Substation layout design, drawing review, equipment and/ or construction labor specifications for all substation projects. Prepare sketches to be used as the design guide for the Design Drafters in the preparation construction drawings. Perform preliminary Engineering cost estimates for feasibility studies as required to develop project alternatives. Review, analyze, and prepare reports for each substation project to determine best practices and designs. Perform ampacity calculations, substation grounding, battery sizing, lightning protection, and insulation co-ordination. Performs field walk and provide support before, during and after construction.
• The Associate Engineer will provide support to the Engineer and Senior Engineers in supporting major substation projects
• Ensure that the department is kept up-to-date on the progress of projects, including the update of the Budget.
• Participates in the Companys Emergency Response Plan through a designated storm assignment.
• Perform other related tasks and assignments as required.

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) and 2-3 years of total work experience to include one year of applicable engineering work.

Relevant Work Experience

• Experience and/or knowledge of substation layout and major equipment including breakers, switches, and substation steel, required.
• Minimum 1 year experience related substation design experience, preferred.
• Must have ability to interpret layout, one-line, and schematic drawings, preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical, technical and computer skills, preferred.
• Must show ability to apply good individual judgment, initiative, creativity and decision making in the handling of assignments, preferred.
• Proficiency with IEEE/ANSI Standards and National Electrical Safety Code, preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Driver's License Required
• Professional Engineer (PE) Preferrederable to have a NY, NJ & PA Professional Engineers License or be in the process of qualifying for a license, preferred.

Additional Physical Demands

• Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.

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 Pla