Senior Specialist (2L) DE System Design High Tension

The High Tension team within Distribution Engineerings System Design department is seeking an energetic and highly motivated Senior Specialist to ensure the safe and reliable design, construction, maintenance and operation of the Con Edison electric system. The High Tension Senior Specialist will have the opportunity to build both traditional high tension service as well services attributed to meet Company and States clean energy goals. The High Tension Senior Specialist will have the opportunity to build both traditional high tension service as well as DER installations attributed to meet Company and States clean energy goals. System Design is responsible for overall system analysis, design, standards, high tension, renewable and distributed generation analysis and interconnections. The High Tension Team will also be responsible for technical analysis, standards, and special projects, that include pilot projects for equipment to be approved for first time use on the system. The ideal candidate is a self-starter that possesses a deep sense of personal accountability, is flexible, can manage multiple diverse projects with changing priorities, can render sound business decisions, and is an effective communicator. The candidate will have the opportunity to interact with several internal and external stakeholders, including Regional Engineering, Customer Engineering, Energy Services, System Operation (District Operations), Distribution Planning, CES, MTA and other critical customers, and developers in the Distributed Energy Resource space. Successful candidates take ownership of their tasks and pursue opportunities that enhance the operation and design of the distribution system and the associated equipment. The candidate will be encouraged to think outside the box and implement innovative solutions. The candidate will also have the opportunity to be part of a culture where knowledge transfer and information sharing is encouraged and new ideas welcomed. The candidate must understand the importance of our commitment to safety, operational excellence, and enhancing the customer experience. The selected candidate must demonstrate a high energy level, eagerness to learn, and promote a positive work ethic in support of our Corporate Values and Standards of Business Conduct.

Required Education/Experience
- Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 3 years of related operations or engineering work experience in areas such as Regional Engineering, Customer Engineering, Generation, Substations, Relay Protection, Substation Operations, Generating Plants, Electric Operations field organizations, or Control Center Operations/Support.

Preferred Education/Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 3 years of related operations or engineering work experience in areas such as Regional Engineering, Customer Engineering, Generation, Substations, Relay Protection, Substation Operations, Generating Plants, Electric Operations field organizations, or Control Center Operations/Support.

Relevant Work Experience
- Knowledge of substations, Underground Network and Overhead Electrical system, as well as knowledge of advanced electrical concepts, including power systems, required.
- Work experience including technical knowledge of the Con Edison electrical system, experience in performing load flow, fault analysis, voltage regulation and/or relay coordination studies, required.
- Ability to effectively interact with both internal and external customers, support staff and various levels of management, required.
- Ability to interpret electrical diagrams, drawings, and customer site plans, required.
- Ability to learn and gain understanding of high tension design, including equipment and relay protection requirements, required.
- Possess knowledge and/or experience in the physical installation, maintenance, testing/evaluation/approval of electrical equipment, preferably to also including Field experience involving the electric distribution system or medium voltage switchgear, preferred.
- Knowledge of electrical equipment and industry standards related to switchgear, preferred.
- Experience writing Engineering specifications, Operating Procedures, performing root cause analysis, and issuing engineering reports, preferred.
- Knowledge of distributed generation interconnection designs, preferred.

Skills and Abilities
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.
- Demonstrated written communication skills
- Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
- Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
- Demonstrated problem solving skills
- Demonstrated analytical skills
- Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
- Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
- Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
- Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty

Licenses and Certifications
- Driver's License Required
- Other: Professional Engineer (PE) Preferred

Additional Physical Demands
- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Support the Distribution Engineering Situation Room as required.
- Must be able and willing to travel within Company service territory, as needed.
- Must be able to drive company and/or personal vehicle, as needed.
- Must be able to work rotating shifts and/or extended hours as operational needs and/or emergencies dictate, as needed.
- Must be able to work in an underground or overhead distribution environment.
- Must be able to respond to field request and emergencies during off hours.
- Must be able to travel to vendor sites, field locations, and attend conferences.
- Field visits may require walking, ladder climbing, or manhole entry.
- Position requires working in and out and around substations under construction and/or in service.
- Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment as required, during visits to various work sites.
- Must be able to work in all weather conditions.