Associate Engineer - Distribution Engineering

Consolidated Edison, Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Consolidated Edison, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Engineering professional to join its Civil/Structural team. The engineer will review structures to ensure safe operations for existing and new installations and perform technical evaluations and update engineering specifications.

A strong understanding of structural loads, stresses, and governing codes is essential. The role involves field inspections, project management of customized solutions, and collaborating with internal and external

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of structural loads and stresses.
• Knowledge of codes governing standardized design methods.
• Ability to write and update engineering specifications.
• Experience with field inspections and data reviews.

Responsibilities

• Review structures to ensure safe operations for existing and new installations.
• Perform technical evaluations and update engineering specifications.
• Manage engineering projects requiring customized solutions and field inspections.
• Provide emergency engineering support and leadership during incidents.
• Prepare technical training or seminars on distribution system practices.

Skills

Structural analysis

Field inspections

Engineering specifications

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Job description

Distribution Engineering is looking for a highly motivated and dedicated professional to join its Civil/Structural team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the ongoing review of structures to ensure operations can perform work in a safe environment for existing and new structures. The engineer will perform technical evaluations, write and update engineering specifications.

A strong understanding of structural elements loads and stresses on these elements, and codes that govern standardized methods of design and installation is essential for this role. The engineer will work closely with internal teams to ensure sound guidance is provided when addressing concerns with internal or external customers. Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills are required, as is the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. Additional responsibilities include managing engineering projects requiring customized solutions, performing field inspections, reviewing installation designs, and preparing technical standards. They should be able to perform a failure analysis, data review, and issue resolution. The engineer will review and update specifications that pertain to structures related to distribution of electric power throughout all regions. This will also include but not limited to covers, gratings, and doors.

In times of emergency, the engineer must be prepared to provide immediate engineering support and take on a leadership role in resolving field issues. The role may also require the preparation and delivery of technical training or seminars related to distribution system practices. Overall, this is a critical position for someone eager to apply their skills to strengthen the infrastructure and support the continued advancement of the electric distribution system.