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Assistant Electrical Engineer - DPW

Suffolk County, NY
Yaphank, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2025

Are you passionate about electrical engineering and eager to make a meaningful impact on public infrastructure? Suffolk County DPW is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer to join our dedicated team. If you're looking for an opportunity to work on exciting projects, grow professionally, and enjoy a supportive work environment, this is the role for you!

Join Our Team at the Suffolk County Department of Public Works (DPW) : Building a Better Future Together!

Key Elements Of The Role :

  • Assist in the design, construction, inspection, and maintenance of public works projects.
  • Prepare engineering plans, cost estimates, and material quantities for improvements.
  • Conduct load studies and recommend upgrades to County electrical services.
  • Act as a resident electrical engineer on construction projects, ensuring compliance with specifications.
  • Supervise inspections and maintain up-to-date electrical drawings, specifications, and equipment instructions.
  • Investigate and address faulty operations of electrical equipment to ensure proper functionality.

What You Bring :

  • Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles, construction specifications, and engineering drafting.
  • Proficiency in technical computations, cost estimation, and the use of engineering instruments.
  • Ability to write and interpret technical specifications, plans, and construction documents.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Benefits For You Now And Your Future

  • Health Insurance : Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Pension
  • Paid Time Off : Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays.
  • Work-Life Balance : County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance.
  • Overall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers.

  • This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time
  • Sponsorship is not available for this role
  • Salary : $59,038 per year

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    OPEN COMPETITIVE

    Either :

    a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, and two (2) years of experience in design and / or installation of electrical systems and equipment; or

    b) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and six (6) years of experience in design and / or installation of electrical systems and equipment; or

    c) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of a) and b).

    FURTHER POSITION DETAILS :

  • Thorough knowledge of construction specifications and of their application to public works
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and instruments used in engineering drafting
  • Through knowledge of mathematics and application to electrical engineering computation
  • Good knowledge of the principles and practices of electrical engineering
  • skill in the use of engineering instruments and equipment
  • Ability to perform difficult technical computations to make estimates and tests, and to compile engineering data and statistics
  • Ability to make difficult and technical engineering drawings
  • Ability to write technical engineering specifications
  • Ability to read and interpret construction plans and gain compliance with specifications in a tactful and impartial manner
  • Ability to supervise assistants in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors and the general public
  • Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
  • Why Join Suffolk County DPW?

  • Impactful Work : Play a pivotal role in enhancing public infrastructure.
  • Exciting Projects : Collaborate on diverse and meaningful public works initiatives.
  • Professional Growth : Enjoy opportunities for advancement and skill development in a supportive environment.
  • Work-Life Balance : We prioritize your well-being and provide an optimal work-life integration.
  • This Role Is A Provisional Appointment

    A provisional appointment, which occurs only in the competitive class, is a temporary appointment to a position for which no eligible list exists or for which an eligible list exists with fewer than three candidates who are willing to accept the position. In order to become permanent, the employee who is provisionally appointed must take the next examination for the position in question. The appointment to the position is then made from among the three highest scoring passing candidates who indicate their willingness to accept the position. Civil Service law does not compel the appointing authority to choose the provisional employee should he or she be one of the three candidates

    Additional details regarding a Provisional Appointment can be reviewed at :

    https : / / www.suffolkcountyny.gov / Departments / Civil-Service / faqs

    Suffolk County's Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity :

  • Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
  • We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.
  • We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.
  • Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

    Salary : $59,038

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