Project Engineer I

New York Power Authority; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Power Authority is seeking a Project Engineer to support the revitalization of the New York State Canal System. This role entails leading project management activities, ensuring compliance with various regulations, and collaborating with external resources to deliver projects effectively.

Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with at least 4 years of experience. The position offers a competitive salary range and is pivotal in enhancing local infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Project/Construction Management.
• One or more relevant certifications preferred (EIT, PMP, etc.).
• Proven success in managing technical and commercial aspects of projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage all stages of project lifecycle from initiation to close out.
• Oversee and coordinate resources related to the project.
• Develop and manage design documents and project specifications.
• Review and contribute to all project documentation.

Skills

Project management of electrical projects

Collaborative team-oriented skills

Ability to develop project plans

Experience with relevant codes and regulations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Summary

New York Power Authority’s Project Delivery division is seeking a Project Engineer to join their Waterway Infrastructure team, supporting the revitalization of the New York State Canal System. The candidate will have a meaningful role with a high degree of accountability for leading and executing revitalization projects, transforming the Erie Canal for the benefit of its communities. Projects will include replacement of water control structures, rehabilitation of earthen and mechanical dams, and the creation of public recreational spaces along the Canal front.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Project Management for all stages of the project lifecycle from initiation through close out for projects and/or programs and ensuring deliverables are received in compliance with schedule. Responsibilities and tasks require some support and guidance from higher‑level Project Engineer(s) or manager. Under intermittent supervision will own medium‑sized projects. Manage and implement multiple projects and modifications concurrently.
• Oversee and coordinate all in‑house as well as external resources for all activities related to the project.
• Ensure applicable licensing, environmental, permitting, safety, code compliance, construction, and requirements/input of all project stakeholders is incorporated into the project especially during initiation through design phase of the project.
• Develop & manage design documents/specifications, project presentations, Trustee Items, project funding requests, budgets, forecasts, bid documents, evaluate bid proposals, and make award recommendations.
• Partner with Construction Engineers, Engineering, Customers or Service Providers in developing/negotiating contract change orders, preparing invoices and coordinating construction sequencing and site outages, coordinate all field & design changes and quality testing/inspections.
• Review and contribute to all project documentation including drawings, technical specifications, assessment reports, asset and risk registry, budgets, forecasts, invoices, schedules, variances, etc. for the project.
• Perform occasional emergency response, including outside of normal business hours.
• Support and guide/mentor lower‑level Project Engineer(s).
• For assigned work and projects, provide supervision of maintenance department(s) staff, and contractors, and prepare and monitor the day‑to‑day work activities of the crafts. Work with planners in scheduling work activities; oversee the safety of employees. Review job packages to ensure they are complete and current prior to performance of the work. Review completed work, job packages, and work orders to verify all steps are complete and to ensure that all data/information is recorded.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Competency in project management of electrical, mechanical, structural and/or water projects specific to the electric utility, canal/waterways, building systems, distributed energy resource and/or electric vehicle industries.
• Proven success in the management of technical and commercial aspects of medium‑sized projects and programs.
• Collaborative and team‑oriented with ability to build relationships with vendors and stakeholders.
• Ability to develop project plans, timelines, and work schedules as well as coordinate among customers, contractors, permitting agencies, etc.
• Experience with applicable codes, standards, regulations, project budgets, costs, project management software and NYPA external stakeholders.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations, and complete specifications, scopes of work, reports, and interdisciplinary design packages.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or Energy Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience preferred in Project / Construction Management, preferably in the utility, commercial or related mechanical/electrical industries.
• One or more of the following preferred:
  • New York State Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or ability to get one within 2 years.
  • Project Management Professional certification or ability to obtain within 2 years.
  • Design Build Institute of America certification or ability to obtain within 2 years.
  • Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
  • Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification

Physical Requirements

• Approximately 25% travel primarily within NY State
• Willingness to enter confined spaces and climb/scale power system apparatuses.
• Ability to travel to vendor facilities (worldwide) to support construction activities and to inspect equipment fabrication and commissioning for length of time needed.
• Availability to work outside of normal business hours (including weekends) when project demands.

The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $95,000 - $119,000 (Upstate) or $110,000 - $137,000 (Downstate). The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates’ relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign‑born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal‑opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect the communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.

NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates’ disabilities, pregnancy‑related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns.