Principal Staff Engineer

Date: Nov 21, 2024

Location: Elizabeth, NJ, US

Company: PSEG

Requisition: 80199

PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co.    

Salary Range: $ 101,600 - $ 160,900 

Incentive: PIP 15%   

Work Location Category: Onsite  

 

PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories: onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.

We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer a retirement program, 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement and a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year.

PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.

Job Summary

This is a leader-level engineering position (Grade Level 28) with the expectation of being able to function in a group leader/team leader role, overseeing the work and performance of other MAST associates and/or engineering technicians. Perform engineering and serve as technical lead through the application of engineering and business knowledge. Manage functions of day-to-day operations in all areas of Electric Distribution.

Job Responsibilities

•    Function at a Principal Staff Engineer level, within the Electric Operations organization, utilizing a broad knowledge of business and engineering principles and practices acquired through progressive experience and education. This is a field engineering position with an emphasis on operations, construction, and maintenance environments. This includes applying broad knowledge and experience with electric transmission and distribution operations, familiarity with inside/outside plant assets and experience interpreting electrical and/or civil construction drawings. Duties will include oversight and support of supervision of field forces, supervision/direction of craft/construction and/or engineering personnel in a union environment, work management, project management, as well as other technical, administrative, and leadership duties.
•    Other specific areas of focus include: customer inquiries, system planning and reinforcement, “outside plant” engineering of overhead and underground facilities, street lighting, mapping/record management, new business, and facility relocations; coordination and participation in division workload scheduling, estimating project costs, monitoring project costs and implementing controls as required; facilitate and apply process improvement techniques to address gaps identified within Electric Operations; administer the Company/Union labor agreement in accordance with Company policy; represent the Company in negotiating with municipalities, outside contractors, and customers; function as a key team member in the storm restoration processes and be available for scheduled or call-out overtime. Must possess demonstrated leadership skills, professionalism, and customer/client focus. Must possess strong oral and written communication skills.

 

Job Specific Qualifications

Required:
•    Bachelor's degree in Engineering (mechanical, electrical, civil, industrial) or other STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) related discipline, or  in lieu of a degree, high school diploma with 6 years of related experience.
•    At least 6 years of experience within utility industry, which may include electric transmission and distribution operations, familiarity with inside/outside plant assets and/or experience in interpreting electrical or civil construction drawings.

•    Thorough knowledge of business and engineering principles and practices.
•    Knowledge of applicable industry standards (IEEE, NESC, NEC, ANSI, DOT, OSHA, etc.) and practices.
•    Ability to work independently on most technical issues.
•    Experience directly supervising craft/construction personnel.
•    Demonstrated ability to manage medium to large projects.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and effective decision-making abilities
•    Strong planning and organizing skills; must be adaptable to dynamic situations and be results-oriented.
•    Clearly demonstrated individual and team leadership on critical projects or initiatives.
•    Valid U.S. driver's license.
Desired:
•    Advanced degree in Business Management or Engineering.
•    3-5 years of experience managing small to moderate projects.
•    Proficient in reading one-line controls diagrams and Outside Plant Construction Prints.
•    Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Minimum Years of Experience

6 years of experience

Disclaimer

Certain positions at the Company may require you to have access to Part 810-Controlled Information.  Under the law, the Company is limited in who it can share this information with and in certain circumstances it is necessary to obtain specific authorization before the Company can share this information.  Accordingly, if the position does require access to this information, you must complete a 10 CFR Part 810 Export Control Compliance Nationality Request Form, a copy of which will be provided to you by Talent Acquisition if an offer is made.  If there is a need for specific authorization, due to the time it takes to obtain authorization from the government, we will likely not be able to further proceed with an offer.

PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.

 

As an employee of PSEG you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.

 

For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing. For employees in federally regulated roles (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations), this also includes random testing. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and/or medically, it is prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role are subject to drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for such a positive result.

 

PSEG employees must apply for jobs internally through emPower which can be accessed through sharepoint.pseg.com by clicking on the emPower icon, then selecting careers. This site is strictly for candidates who are not currently PSEG employees, with the exception of PSEG employees who do not have company email addresses.

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If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email accommodations@pseg.com. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.

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