Sr Associate IT Engineer

PSEG.com; Hancocks Bridge (NJ); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

PSEG Services Corp in New Jersey is seeking a Technology Engineer to support the Nuclear Real-Time Systems (Operations Technology) team. The role covers the full system life cycle—design, coding, testing, implementing, and supporting application software and systems.

Sr Associate IT Engineers work with Analysts and Product Managers to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Development or support assignments may occur.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or Information Sciences.
• 0–3 years of IT work experience typically needed.
• Ability to learn new business and technical concepts.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Able to create technical and non-technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes end-user needs and designs, develops and tests solutions.
• Translates business requirements to application requirements with analysts.
• Creates process flowcharts and diagrams.
• Develops technical workflows using modeling techniques.
• Ensures security and QA standards and analyzes root causes of defects.
• Maintains system performance and SLAs.
• Configures servers/desktops/networks and supports multiple OS.
• Performs 24/7 on-call support on a weekly rotation.

Skills

Ability to learn new concepts

Problem solving

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Documentation

Independent work

Linux knowledge

ESP certification

10 CFR 810 access

DOE 10 CFR 810 compliance

Nuclear site access

OT cyber security

Requirements translation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or Information Sciences

Tools

Linux

Windows

OpenVMS

Unix

Cisco networking

Job description

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Requisition: 84364
PSEG Company: PSEG Services Corp
Salary Range: $ 67,200 - $ 106,400
Work Location Category: Hybrid
We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.
Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.

We offer a flexible work environment designed to balance employee needs with collaboration and operational excellence. Roles fall into two categories:

• Onsite: Employees work onsite daily.
• Hybrid: A blend of remote and onsite work, with at least three onsite days per week required.

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits from day one, designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, parental leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Summary

The Technology Engineer supports the Nuclear Real-Time Systems (Operations Technology) team. The role is involved in the full system life cycle and responsible for designing, coding, testing, implementing and supporting application software and systems. Sr Associate IT Engineers work closely with Analysts and Product Managers to understand the business requirements that drive the analysis and physical design of technical solutions. Sr Associate IT Engineers may be assigned to either development or support functions. Development involves installing new systems and upgrades whereas support involves maintenance or issue resolution to existing applications and systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Analyzes end-user needs and designs, develops and tests solutions to satisfy demand.
• Partners with business analysts to translate business requirements to application requirements.
• Creates process flowcharts, diagrams, and other related documentation;
• Develops technical workflows using different modeling techniques
• Ensures that the design and system implementation meets security and QA standards. Suggests fixes to issues by doing a thorough analysis of root cause and impact of the defect
• Analyzes system reports to ensure that the functionality and performance meets all product and service level requirements.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot servers, desktops, networks (Cisco), operating systems, and virtual hosts using a disciplined development process. Works on tasks that require skills in multiple technical environments and knowledge of a specific business area.
• Support engineering modifications, technical evaluations, and OT fleet peer-group collaboration. Applies operation break fixes and other proactive maintenance activities until permanent solutions can be implemented. Supports and participates in the maintenance of plant process computers, physical security systems, and other nuclear OT systems.
• Conduct cyber security monitoring, periodic activities, incident response, and support NRC inspections.
• Perform system programming, analysis, and troubleshooting across multiple platforms (Windows, Linux/Unix, OpenVMS).
• 24/7 support of critical operation system on a weekly rotating basis.

Job Specific Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or Information Sciences.
  Typically requires 0-3 years of work experience in Information Technology.
• Ability to learn new business and technical concepts.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Flexible and willing to accept a change in priorities as necessary.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of the practical application of role specific engineering science and technology including applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Ability to create both technical and non-technical end-user documentation.
• Ability to work independently with individual and team goals as guidance.
• Familiarity with Linux Operating Systems Key Skills and Knowledge.
• Ability to obtain ESP (Engineering Support Population) certification.
• Ability to obtain 10 CFR 810 access and maintain fitness-for-duty requirements.
• Compliance with the Department of Energy's regulation 10 CFR 810 is required
• Must meet Nuclear requirements for unescorted site access.
• Additional experience with mission-critical OT environments or cyber security controls.
• Experience with translating business requirements into system functional and non-functional requirements.
• Demonstrated understanding of projects from the perspective of both client and business.

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during emergency restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.
For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre‑employment testing, testing for cause, and post‑incident/accident testing.
Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG Long Island (PSEGLI) employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries other than PSEGLI, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to PSEG, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG new hires. Similarly, for PSEG employees who accept job opportunities with PSEGLI, your benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of PSEGLI.

PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.
PSEG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973‑430‑3845 or email [e-mail].
If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email [e-mail]. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.
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