CivilStructural Engineer I

Summary

The Engineering team is seeking a Civil Engineer I to help the Power Authority accomplish its strategy of driving the clean energy transformation through emissions-free this role the civil engineer will lead research design and development activities to improve NYPAs energy infrastructure. This includes providing design and construction support for a variety of civil engineering projects related to NYPAs power generation assets which can include projects related to roads dams buildings renewables site engineering and geotechnical addition the role ensures that all Civil/Structural engineering standards associated with facilities and assets are maintained and ensures that standards of quality cost safety reliability timeliness and performance are met throughout all engineering activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide lead engineer function in support of a limited range of design modification projects equipment applications and failure research engineering studies and operations and maintenance activities.
• Perform site visits to complete field inspections condition assessments and equipment evaluations and develop basic technical recommendations
• Perform occasional emergency response including outside of normal business hours.
• Independently coordinate cross disciplinary activities for the successful development and execution of projects.
• Select and apply codes standards and procedures to work tasks appropriately.
• Perform inspections and evaluations to ensure engineering requirements and Authority specifications are satisfied.
• Provide direction and review in the development of the project engineering documents and submittals.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Competency in the design operation and maintenance of structural and water systems specific to the electric utility industry.
• Fundamental knowledge of Civil Engineering systems and materials used for Civil Engineering design.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes standards and regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative and team-oriented with ability to build relationships with vendors and stakeholders.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations and complete specifications scopes of work reports and interdisciplinary design packages.
• Ability to coordinate the technical and commercial aspects of projects.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Working experience with a Civil/Structural design software such as STAADPro Risa MathCad PLS CADD HEC-RAS software preferred.
• Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects.

Education Experience and Certifications

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering (Other disciplines may be considered)
• Minimum of four (5) years of related work experience preferred.
• New York State Engineer in Training certification preferred.
• Drivers license required.

Physical Requirements

• Approximately 25% travel primarily within NY State.
• Ability to access all areas of the plant and conduct physical evaluations of grounds and equipment including ability to climb and work at high elevations and in confined spaces walk a significant distance sometimes on uneven ground and perform occasional minor lifting.