Power Engineer I: Design, QA & Field Support

Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA); Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Pension plan

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan assistance

Free SEPTA pass

Job summary

SEPTA in Philadelphia is hiring an entry-level Engineer I (Power) within the Engineering, Maintenance, and Construction (EM&C) Division. The Power Department handles power and electrical infrastructure, researching energy storage, EVs, and renewables.

This role supports design reviews, inspections, and project coordination while aligning with SEPTA safety policies. A BS in Power/Electrical Engineering and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Power or Electrical Engineering required.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills required.
• Excellent PC skills including Microsoft Office applications required.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD version 14 or higher required.
• Must be able to work flexible work shift assignments based on project stages, including varied or on-call shifts, holidays and/or weekend as needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Internal SAM employees are eligible to apply for open positions after six months from their date of assignment; performance and discipline reviews apply.

Responsibilities

• Document major design concepts, approaches and agreements with project parties.
• Assist Project Engineering with progress reports and submittals.
• Assist Project Engineer in project management tasks.
• Maintain a diary/log of contractor hours, weather, changes, and site observations.
• Comply with safety policies and report hazards.
• Assist in Engineering design and analysis in assigned field.
• Assist in investigations/field surveys.
• Review drawings for accuracy and coordinate with other groups.
• Assist in preliminary planning layouts.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Flexible schedule

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor of Science in Power or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD 14+

Job description

SEPTA in Philadelphia is hiring an entry-level Engineer I (Power) within the Engineering, Maintenance, and Construction (EM&C) Division. The Power Department handles power and electrical infrastructure, researching energy storage, EVs, and renewables.

This role supports design reviews, inspections, and project coordination while aligning with SEPTA safety policies. A BS in Power/Electrical Engineering and strong communication skills are required.