Assistant Engineer

Central Hudson; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Life and travel insurance

Tuition assistance

Wellness reimbursement program

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Central Hudson is seeking Assistant Engineers to join our Electric and Gas Engineering teams, or the ERDP. An Assistant Engineer performs engineering work for planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of our electric and natural gas systems with safety and modernization in mind.

Responsibilities include developing long-term plans, reviewing facility performance, and supporting capital projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment; safety-focused.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Completes and performs engineering work for electric and/or gas transmission and distribution infrastructure/facilities.
• Develops long term plans for the electric and gas transmission and distribution systems including distribution automation and integration of renewable resources.
• Reviews and investigates performance of the company’s electric and/or gas facilities and recommends remedial measures.
• Analyzes and optimizes inspection and maintenance of the electric and gas transmission and distribution systems.
• Develops and recommends statements of engineering practices, service standards, and equipment capability standards to be used as a basis for system reinforcement, design, and operation.
• Develops, supports and/or oversees and prioritizes capital projects and programs.
• Explores planning methods and procedures of the electric and gas systems.
• Improves distribution design standards and system planning practices.
• Provides technical support for gas & electric operations.
• Assists with projects and other tasks as needed.
• ERDP rotates through four assignments across gas and electric operations over two years.
• Supports storm/emergency restoration efforts.

Skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Safety minded

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benefits :

• Competitive compensation

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with substantial company match

• Life and travel insurance

• Tuition assistance

• Wellness reimbursement program

• Paid holidays and vacation

What is an Assistant Engineer?

Central Hudson is seeking Assistant Engineers to join our Electric Engineering team, Gas Engineering team, or Engineering Rotational Development Program (ERDP). An Assistant Engineer performs engineering assignments related to the planning, scoping, design, construction, operation, maintenance and performance of the company’s electric and natural gas systems while factoring in safety, required codes and standards, innovation, and modernization.

What does an Assistant Engineer do?

• Completes and performs engineering work for electric and/or gas transmission and distribution infrastructure/facilities

• Develops long term plans for the electric and gas transmission and distribution systems including distribution automation and integration of renewable resources

• Reviews and investigates performance of the company’s electric and/or gas facilities and recommends remedial measures

• Analyzes and optimizes inspection and maintenance of the electric and gas transmission and distribution systems

• Develops and recommends statements of engineering practices, service standards, and equipment capability standards to be used as a basis for system reinforcement, design, and operation

• Develops, supports and/or oversees and prioritizes capital projects and programs

• Explores planning methods and procedures of the electric and gas systems

• Improves distribution design standards and system planning practices

• Provides technical support for gas & electric operations

• Assists with projects and other tasks as needed

• Engineers in the ERDP complete the work outlined above while participating in four rotational assignments in key operational and strategic areas of our utility in both gas and electric over a two-year period.

• Supports storm/emergency restoration efforts

What does it take to be an Assistant Engineer?

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the ability to learn new computer software programs quickly

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Strong analytical, organizational, and quantitative skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills with innovation in mind

• Flexibility to multitask and operate in a fast-paced environment

• Must perform all tasks safely and design with safety in mind

• Valid driver’s license

Preferred:

• Field of study in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering

• Knowledge of and/or experience in the electric and gas utility industry

Applications will be accepted until September 9, 2026.

This position has a career path which allows for advancement opportunities within a job series.Pay range: $82,600 – $115,500

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, arrest or conviction record, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy-related condition, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance employment in individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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