Technical Associate (Structural), Engineering & Planning - Distribution Engineer

Overview

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement structural designs for electrical facilities associated with the distribution system.
• Serve as a technical consultant within the Company or the industry in his/her field of specialization.
• Write, revise, and update departments specifications and documents.
• Use technical competence to develop designs for electric distribution structures.
• Approve design and fabrication details of manufacturers equipment at their production facilities.
• Perform technical and economic studies to determine the best design features of the major components that support Con Edisons electrical systems and equipment.
• Assist the Customer Service Regions in the solution of technical problems.
• Act in place of the Manager when so delegated.
• Function as expert Company witness.
• Assume full responsibility and leadership role when responding to emergency field problems in his/her field of expertise.
• Prepare and teach technical seminars related to Con Edisons distribution practices.
• Develop designs and equipment to meet the highest environmental standards.
• Handle all civil/structural and mechanical projects that are associated with the Equipment Section Distribution and S/S Equipment Primary functions include, but are not limited to, the inspection and repair recommendations and solutions for damaged underground structures.
• Perform failure analysis and be able to improve existing design for enhanced future reliability.
• Participate in the development of project scoping documents, specification preparation/revisions, and project appropriations.
• Work with internal and external customers including Electric Operation crews, Supply Chain, EH&S, Engineering groups, vendors, manufacturers and support staff and various levels of management.
• Represent the department and the group at meetings and site visits when so delegated.
• Identify areas to improve the groups performance and increase efficiency.
• Audit manufacturing facilities when required.
• Perform other tasks and assignments as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience or

• Must be able to handle multiple projects, and be detail oriented. Required
• Must be able to do research, exercise independent judgment and render sound business/technical decisions. Required
• Must possess strong communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and follow up skills and the ability to motivate people. Required
• Must be able to perform and review structural calculations in accordance with current Code practices and requirements. Required
• Must have project management skills and the ability to develop root cause analysis reports. Required
• Must be able to manage and exercise independent judgement and render sound business decisions. Required
• Proficient with MS Office suite, and OneNote software. Required
• Structural inspection experience. Preferred
• Field or supervisory experience is preferred. Preferred

• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Demonstrated written communication skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.

• Driver's License Required

• Sit or stand to answer a phone for the duration of the workday
• Sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for the duration of the workday
• Ability to read small print and symbols

• Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.
• Must be able and willing to travel within Company service territory, as needed.
• Field visits may require ladder climbing and working in underground structures.