Electrical Engineer III

Position Summary

Incumbents of positions in this series design electrical lighting, power and control systems; review plans, designs and costs of proposed projects; prepare technical specifications of electrical systems; inspect the installation of electrical systems and equipment; and perform related work as required.

The basic purpose of this work is to ensure that electrical systems and equipment are properly designed, placed and maintained all in accordance with sound engineering principles and practices and applicable laws, rules, regulations and standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

This Electrical Engineer III is responsible for the design, review/comment, implementation, testing, acceptance, and specification of communications, electronic and Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS).  These systems include but are not limited to:  IP video, two-way radio, fiber optic, programmable logic controllers, tunnel ventilation, carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon gas monitoring, local field controllers, remote terminal units, overhead and portable variable message signs, security access control, integrated project control system, Dense Wave Division Multiplexing and ancillary communications electronic equipment.  Provide high-level technical assistance for the repair and maintenance of ITS field and core systems. Engineering support of Statewide fiber optic distribution system infrastructure.  Design solutions and implement replacement systems for obsolete equipment which require integration with existing infrastructure.

• Provide project scope, specifications, and bid documents for core and field ITS equipment.

• Review, comment, and approve plans, submittals and contracts generated by General Engineering Consultants (GEC) and contractors.

• Support MassDOT Highway IT, Security, Transit, RMV, and Aeronautics to provide efficient technical solutions supporting all MassDOT Agencies.

• Provide 24/7 technical expertise on the repair and maintenance of communications and electronic systems supporting life safety systems.

• Design, implement, and support upgrades and replacement of obsolete equipment while maintaining the Integrated Traffic Management System (ITMS) integrity.

• Provides technical expertise to support repair of communication and electronic systems, including but not limited to IP Video, security, Intelligent Transportation Systems, programmable logic controllers, local field controllers, ventilation, remote terminal units, radio, carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon monitoring, low point pump and storm water pump stations, overhead and portable variable message signs, Dense Wave Division Multiplexing, high speed data transmission, etc.

• Supervision of contractors, general engineering consultants, and technical staff during contract execution, installation, system start-up and repair to ensure compliance with contract terms and applicable laws and standards.

• Work with technical staff, contractors, GEC, and vendors to ensure contracts are installed and implemented properly.

• Assist technical staff with executing maintenance programs, procedures and trouble- shooting guidelines.

• Work with other agencies to share resources and technology supporting emergency response and generate cost savings.

• Develop and implement maintenance plans for ITS communications and electronic systems.

• Write letters, reports or memoranda regarding electrical engineering projects plans or costs to summarize or communicate progress, results, problems etc.

• Provide training for engineers, inspectors, technicians and/interns in such areas as regulatory matters, field activities, engineering assessment and safety procedures to ensure understanding and compliance with agency policies and sound engineering practices.

• Prepares cost estimates of proposed projects by reviewing technical specifications for services and gathering information from records and other sources.

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