Engineer - Electric Substation Design

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 82,600 - 196,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Assistance

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Job summary

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp is seeking an Electric Substation Design Engineer to manage the planning, design, and construction of electric substation projects. You will develop plans, ensure compliance with safety procedures, and collaborate with internal teams.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and exceptional technical knowledge, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Competitive salaries start in the range of $82,600 to $196,100, reflecting the complexity of the role and experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field is required.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills are essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering assignments for electric substation projects.
• Manage cost estimates and project approvals.
• Collaborate with teams to produce constructible work packages.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical knowledge in Electric Substation Design

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Travel Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Vacation

Responsibilities

As an Electric Substation Design Engineer, you will perform engineering assignments related to planning, scoping, design, and project construction management of Central Hudson’s electric substation projects. Your role includes carrying small and medium ESD projects from start to finish, managing cost estimates, work order authorization, DIG approval, equipment and site technical specifications, the bidding and selection process, equipment ordering, contractor selection, drawing markup and completion, wire‑checking, and transmittal to Substation Operations. On project completion, you will approve as‑built changes, file the project and instruction books, and perform all duties while ensuring safety for yourself, colleagues, and the public.

Your work will involve:

• Developing plans and designs that align with safety and corporate procedures.
• Demonstrating technical knowledge in Electric Substation Design and identifying innovative solutions to engineering problems.
• Collaborating with Electric System Protection and Substation Operations to carry out projects and produce constructible work packages.
• Sharing technical information, providing guidance, and training on complex topics to other employees.
• Incorporating unscheduled projects into your work plan without negatively impacting existing goals.
• Representing Central Hudson in industry activities and organizations such as NYISO, EPRI, NYSRC, and NPCC.
• Communicating issues and recommendations clearly to peers, supervisors, and managers.
• Providing support for storm restoration efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and quantitative skills.
• Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills for independent and collaborative work.
• Inter‑personal skills to maintain effective relationships with customers, colleagues, and external partners.
• Flexibility to multitask and operate under pressure in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with an innovative mindset.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred:

• Field of study focused on power.
• Experience working in the regulated utility industry.

Pay range: $82,600–$196,100.

EEO Statement

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. VEVRAA FEDERAL CONTRACTOR.