Job Description

Under general supervision of the Section Manager of Transmission & Substation Engineering, accomplishes dynamic civil and structural engineering contribution requiring design, engineering and project management skills, as well as significant individual intuition. The scope of responsibilities involves the design and application of utility grade overhead transmission systems and electric substations for the Company. The Senior Engineer shall also provide unprecedented participation and representation for the Company at industry meetings.

Core Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Civil Engineer for Overhead Transmission Projects. Prepare material, equipment and construction labor specifications for overhead transmission projects.
• Provides exceptional support to the Section Manager.
• Employ transmission and structural engineering design software such as PLS-CADD, PLS-Tower, PLS-Pole, RISA-3D, RISA-Foot and EPRIs FAD under supervision of the Section Manager.
• Understands and implements civil engineering site development practices such as site planning, grading, excavation, drainage, roadways as related to overhead transmission facilities and right-of-ways.
• Maximize diagnostic tool application such as MS Project, as well as other financial and project management tools used by Transmission & Substation Engineering to effectually oversee construction projects.
• Avidly reviews, analyzes, and prepares layouts and preliminary designs for each project to determine best practices and designs.
• Achieve preliminary engineering cost estimating and creatively develop project design alternatives as necessary.
• Serve as Project Engineer for all assigned overhead transmission engineering projects while managing lower-level engineers, consultants and contractors. Work closely with manufacturers, contractors, and suppliers relative to their proposals, project performance, specification of materials, and processing of invoices for payment in accordance with their performance under contract.
• Assist the EHV (Extra high Voltage) Line Operations by reviewing and/or proposing designs for maintenance projects.
• Work with EHV personnel to analyze overhead transmission system problems, assist in system testing, and develop feasibility studies and required solutions to solve system problems as they arise.
• Collaborate alongside the Real Estate Department, New Business and Community Affairs in reviewing right-of-way encroachments.
• Formulate sketches to be used as the design guide for the Design Drafters in the preparation of standards and project construction drawings.
• Provide departmental updates on the current status and progress of projects, including the update of the Living Budget.
• Keeps informed and up to date of the latest industry standards and developments in the overhead transmission engineering and construction field.
• Attends departmental meetings and serves on committees as required.
• May be required to supervise civil engineers for all transmission projects assigned and coordinate internal and external resources for interdepartmental projects.
• Participate in the Companys Emergency Response Plan through a designated storm assignment.
• Performs other related assignments as required.

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree Civil Engineering and 8 years of engineering work experience in Transmission Design is required. or
• Master's Degree Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 6 years of engineering work experience or applicable utility experience is required.

Preferred Education/Experience

• Master's Degree Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 6 years of engineering work experience or applicable utility experience is required.

Relevant Work Experience

• Familiarity with electrical systems and electric overhead transmission and substation construction. Required
• Proficient in the design of high voltage transmission systems and components. Required
• Understands civil engineering and structural theory, construction and operation of a modern electric power system. Required
• Is familiar with civil engineering and structural design of concrete, steel and wood structures and foundations. Required
• Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments and deadlines. Required
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills, and have the ability to effectively interact with customers, support staff, and various levels of management. Required
• Strong analytical, technical and interpersonal skills. Required
• Demonstrated the ability to work on a team with other employees. Required
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Windows environments is required Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Project. Required
• Must show ability to apply good individual judgment, initiative, creativity and decision making in the handling of assignments. Required

Licenses and Certifications

• Driver's License Required
• Other: P.E. License Preferrederred Preferred
• Other: Engineer-In-Training Preferred

Additional Physical Demands

• Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.
• Must be able and willing to travel to and within the Corporate service territory and for occasional out-of-area business meetings/conferences.

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.