Staff Services Engineer, Electronics

About the Role

At the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, we’re seeking a motivated  Staff Services Engineer – Electronics to join our  Electrical Engineering design unit ,  a team positioned within the Engineering/Architecture Design Division. This group supports planning and design for a wide range of transportation assets, including airports, ports, ferries, tunnels, bridges, rail systems, and bus terminals.  The electrical design group provides engineering design services and prepares preliminary and final documents for innovative planning, design, construction, and operation of the most critical electrical and electronics assets within the Port Authority facilities.

Reporting to a Principal Electrical Engineer – Electronics, the Staff Services Engineer - Electronics  will be responsible to deliver Electronics Systems Design Services in the preparation of electronic and radio system engineering studies, master plans, detailed system designs, contract drawings, technical specifications and construction cost estimates. The incumbent shall evaluate project and technical scopes of work, develop design criteria and assumptions, budgets and schedules for delivering design services in support of assigned projects; provide technical advice and assistance to facility and other PA personnel in matters related to electronics engineering; audit electronics engineering designs performed by consultants; prepare technical proposals, complete detailed design coordination efforts, produce schedule and budget reports, and provide briefings to senior staff.   This position is located at 4WTC.

Electronics and Communications systems are stand-alone, or integrations of multiple systems deployed via networked architectures. Systems generally include:

- Integrated Digital Camera-based Surveillance Systems
- Integrated Security Systems including Access Control and Intrusion Detection
- Analog Communications including copper and fiber optic cabling
- Digital Communications with various networking and other protocols, Public Address Systems, Visual Paging Systems
- Alarm Monitoring and Control Systems

Radio Systems include:

- Land/Mobile Two-Way Radio Systems
- Emergency Responder Radio Communications Systems (ERRCS) (also known as In-Building Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS)
- Radio Dispatch Console Systems
- Simulcast Radio Systems
- Digital Trunked Radio Systems
- Microwave Radio Communication Systems
- Commercial and unlicensed Wireless Communication Systems

Responsibilities:

- Assist with the preparation of engineering designs including preparation of proposals, design coordination, schedule and budget reporting and briefings to senior staff.
- Prepare preliminary and detailed estimates, design criteria for new construction of electronics projects and designs for the alteration of existing electronics equipment and systems. Review criteria including tolerances, dimensions, shapes and sizes, and determine the properties required in materials and feasible construction methods.
- Development of preliminary conceptual electronics system design work and planning for Capital Projects and Major Work Programs. Provide the Client Department with design alternatives and associated costs, for future planning and funding of projects.
- Preparation of Contract Documents consisting of drawings, technical specifications, construction cost estimates, and purchase orders. Produce biddable and constructible Contract Documents to meet the requirements of the Client Department within time schedules and budgets.
- Perform detailed system engineering design, including technical analysis and associated economic studies and make recommendations. Ensure technical integrity, safety, efficient operation, maintainability and sound economics of the projects.
- Preparation of scope of work and design criteria for all projects involving consultants. Audit consultant’s design. Ensure that consultant’s design conforms to scope of work, codes, P.A. standards and cost is kept within budget.
- Provide technical assistance to facilities. Ensure safe and reliable operation of facilities.
- Maintain knowledge of State-of-the-Art technology and equipment in all electronics systems.
- Participate in field commissioning, testing including startup and troubleshooting of Electronic Systems. Ensure technical integrity, contract compliance safety, efficient operation, maintainability, and minimum downtime of the systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, from an accredited college or university, with sufficient exposure to Industrial Electronics and Communications Systems
- A minimum of six years of demonstrated experience in providing complete, professional engineering design deliverables and support services with focus on detailed Electronic, Communication, and Radio Systems designs, technical specification writing, and construction cost estimating for commercial and industrial facilities.
- Demonstrated experience in leading design teams in the preparation of engineering designs including preparation of proposals, design coordination, schedule reporting, budget reporting and briefing senior staff.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work independently and prioritize as required. Proficient in the use of software applications, such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams.

Desired Qualifications:

- Master’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related engineering field
- Demonstrated and working knowledge of electrical codes, radio, and technology standards
- Proven ability to lead, manage, and prioritize multiple assignments with multiple disciplines.
- Experience in preparing scopes of work and design criteria for all projects involving consultants, and auditing of consultant’s completed design work and monitoring progress for earned value.
- Experience in field commissioning, testing including startup and troubleshooting of electronic and/or radio systems.
- Experience in performing calculations such as bandwidth, system noise, link budgets, network storage, etc.
- Proficiency in preparing contract drawings such as detailed system diagrams, riser and interconnection diagrams, equipment layouts, plans, sections, details, etc.

Selection Process

The application process varies by position, but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s).   Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.

Compensation, Benefits & On-Site Collaboration Requirements:

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement. Click here for more information about benefits, our culture, and career development opportunities.

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey anticipates that the actual salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on aspects such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and internal factors. The expected compensation range for this role is:

Minimum: $ 100,256    Midpoint: $ 130,318    Maximum: $ 160,394

In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits employees to work remotely a maximum of one day per week. In-person collaboration is essential to how the Port Authority conducts business, and regular in-office days or team collaboration days may be required based on business needs.