Electrical Engineer III

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.

Please provide a complete accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.

Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time or equivalent part-time technical or professional experience in electrical engineering work of which (B) at least two years must have been in a professional capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions

I. An Associates degree with a major in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.*

II. A Bachelors degree with a major in electrical engineering may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.*

III.A Graduate degree with a major in electrical engineering may be substituted for a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience and one year of the required (B) experience.*

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required (B) experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Based on assignment possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operators License.

• For questions regarding the job posting please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team

• For general questions regarding MassDOT call the Human Resources Service Center at 8573684722.

• For a disabilityrelated reasonable accommodation or alternative application method call the ADACoordinator Lucy Bayard at 8572741935.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you your loved ones and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action minorities veterans and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation age disability national origin veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women Black Indigenous and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they dont meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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System Requirements

Position Summary

Incumbents of positions in this series design electrical lighting power and control systems; review plans designs and costs of proposed projects; prepare technical specifications of electrical systems; inspect the installation of electrical systems and equipment; and perform related work as required.

The basic purpose of this work is to ensure that electrical systems and equipment are properly designed placed and maintained all in accordance with sound engineering principles and practices and applicable laws rules regulations and standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

This Electrical Engineer III is responsible for the design review/comment implementation testing acceptance and specification of communications electronic and Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS). These systems include but are not limited to: IP video two-way radio fiber optic programmable logic controllers tunnel ventilation carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon gas monitoring local field controllers remote terminal units overhead and portable variable message signs security access control integrated project control system Dense Wave Division Multiplexing and ancillary communications electronic equipment. Provide high-level technical assistance for the repair and maintenance of ITS field and core systems. Engineering support of Statewide fiber optic distribution system infrastructure. Design solutions and implement replacement systems for obsolete equipment which require integration with existing infrastructure.

• Provide project scope specifications and bid documents for core and field ITS equipment.

• Review comment and approve plans submittals and contracts generated by General Engineering Consultants (GEC) and contractors.

• Support MassDOT Highway IT Security Transit RMV and Aeronautics to provide efficient technical solutions supporting all MassDOT Agencies.

• Provide 24/7 technical expertise on the repair and maintenance of communications and electronic systems supporting life safety systems.

• Design implement and support upgrades and replacement of obsolete equipment while maintaining the Integrated Traffic Management System (ITMS) integrity.

• Provides technical expertise to support repair of communication and electronic systems including but not limited to IP Video security Intelligent Transportation Systems programmable logic controllers local field controllers ventilation remote terminal units radio carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon monitoring low point pump and storm water pump stations overhead and portable variable message signs Dense Wave Division Multiplexing high speed data transmission etc.

• Supervision of contractors general engineering consultants and technical staff during contract execution installation system start-up and repair to ensure compliance with contract terms and applicable laws and standards.

• Work with technical staff contractors GEC and vendors to ensure contracts are installed and implemented properly.

• Assist technical staff with executing maintenance programs procedures and trouble- shooting guidelines.

• Work with other agencies to share resources and technology supporting emergency response and generate cost savings.

• Develop and implement maintenance plans for ITS communications and electronic systems.

• Write letters reports or memoranda regarding electrical engineering projects plans or costs to summarize or communicate progress results problems etc.

• Provide training for engineers inspectors technicians and/interns in such areas as regulatory matters field activities engineering assessment and safety procedures to ensure understanding and compliance with agency policies and sound engineering practices.

• Prepares cost estimates of proposed projects by reviewing technical specifications for services and gathering information from records and other sources.

Unit E Sign-On Bonus

This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5000) signing bonus (Signing Bonus) if you are newly hired at MassDOT. Current MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employees first paycheck. 2) $2000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employees probationary period.

About MassDOT

The 4000 employees ofMassachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)take great pride in connecting the Commonwealths residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing implementing and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan design construct and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOTs culture and career opportunities can be found at divisions include Highway Registry of Motor Vehicles Aeronautics and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.

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