Assistant Electrical Engineer - Public Parks & Projects

DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Parks & Recreation in New York City is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer to support electrical design for parks and recreation facilities at the Olmsted Center in Queens. You will develop drawings, specs and cost estimates, manage projects, coordinate with the DOT on lighting, and perform field inspections through turnover.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with related experience, with preferred AutoCAD proficiency and strong communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university with one year of full-time satisfactory experience in electrical engineering work; or
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college and a master’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university.
• A master’s degree in electrical engineering can substitute for one year of full-time experience.
• A degree in any other engineering area is not acceptable.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD preferred.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel preferred.
• Knowledge of PowerPoint, Photoshop, and 3D Rendering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform electrical engineering work of moderate difficulty, including power distribution and lighting for buildings and facilities.
• Develop electrical drawings, specifications and estimates of quantities for projects with electrical components.
• Manage electrical engineering projects, ensure Capital process is followed and keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Coordinate with DOT Division of Street Lighting for security lighting design and submittals.
• When directed, manage and review electrical consultant projects.
• Conduct field inspections before and during design and construction, and through turnover.
• Provide engineering components designs and details.
• Engage in research, investigations, studies and examinations of electrical components as needed.

Skills

Measured drawings

Technical specifications

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Photoshop

3D Rendering

Job description

Department of Parks & Recreation in New York City is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer to support electrical design for parks and recreation facilities at the Olmsted Center in Queens. You will develop drawings, specs and cost estimates, manage projects, coordinate with the DOT on lighting, and perform field inspections through turnover.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with related experience, with preferred AutoCAD proficiency and strong communication