Senior Manager Project Engineering

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Date: Jun 5, 2026

Location: South Plainfield, NJ, US, 07080

Company: PSEG

Requisition: 83842
 
PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co.
 
Salary Range: $ 137,000 - $ 224,400
 
Work Location Category: Hybrid Fixed
 
We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.
Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.

 

We know life isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither is work. That’s why we offer flexible work options depending on the role.
In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of three work location categories:
1. Onsite – roles where employees are expected to be onsite daily.
2. Hybrid fixed – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work fixed days each week 
3. Hybrid flexible – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work, but the onsite requirements have greater flexibility. (i.e. 5-8 days a month vs. set days each week).

 

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits from day one, designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, parental leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

 

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

 

Job Summary

At this time, only current PSEG employees are being considered. 

Responsible and accountable for the life cycle management of Project Engineering and Commissioning performance associated with multiple Electric T&D Projects from time of conception through completion and turnover to operations.  Lead and ensure that engineering, design, and commissioning objectives are achieved within approved scopes, budgets, schedules, and safely. This position is a Hybrid position.  This position will report to the PSE&G office at 40 Cragwood Road, South Plainfield a minimum of three days per week in person for the full workday.

Job Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering conceptual studies for project scope and constructability in concert with planning and project management teams.
  • Maintain project engineering plans and schedules for adherence to department balanced scorecard targets, conduct project reviews, resolve issues and ensure that the project engineering plans are professionally and comprehensively planned and executed.
  • As required, represent the Company before the General Public and Public Officials and Planning/Zoning Boards and other Regulatory Bodies, including testimony, to gain necessary project approvals.
  • Oversee testing and commissioning team/activities to ensure alignment with station/equipment design and standards.
  • Lead and direct project engineers and commissioning engineers in their performance of assigned projects and job duties, including scope development, project estimating, engineering, design, testing, and commissioning.
  • Responsible and accountable for adherence to budgets, schedules, and balance including scorecard milestones, and safety targets.
  • Lead and manage a group of engineers and provide coaching, mentoring, guidance, and performance appraisals.
  • During storm/outage restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions that are different from normal operations and may be outside of your regular work schedule. You may also be required to work in an alternate location.

Job Specific Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in substation design and engineering
  • Experience with overseeing electrical equipment testing and commissioning activities including reviewing electrical test results
  • Prior PSE&G leadership experience with MAST direct reports
  • Demonstrated ability to hire, coach, mentor, and develop both the technical and professional skills of direct reports
  • Extensive knowledge of applicable codes (e.g., ANSI, IEEE, ASTM, etc) and extensive knowledge of Company and Industry substation engineering and design standards
  • Extensive knowledge of design, construction, and operation of all substation equipment
  • Demonstrated ability to solve complex engineering problems through mature judgment, creativity, and originality, by utilizing and adapting a broad knowledge of engineering principles and practices acquired through progressive experience
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience working in the NEMS system and oversight of engineering financial records and transactions
  • Experience working with Plant Accounting and ensuring SOX compliance
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience working in the McLaren Work Manager System
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience of ensuring NERC CIP 13 regulatory requirements
  • Demonstrated experience maintaining a safe working environment and implementing safety related improvements
  • Strong knowledge of the PSE&G Project Lifecycle from Project Origination through Closeout including all Engineering and Commissioning responsibilities
  • Available for 24/7/365 emergency response
  • Must possess valid driver’s license

    Desired:
  • PE License or advanced degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering
  • Knowledge and experience using substation design software relating to Arc Flash, Grounding, Lightning, Bus Design, Lighting (Illumination), Conductor Sizing and Rating, Cable Pulling
  • Experience reviewing engineering calculation reports
  • Experience with drafting software such as MicroStation or AutoCAD

 

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

 

As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during emergency 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. 
Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. 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 a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG Long Island (PSEGLI) employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries other than PSEGLI, you will be treated as a new hire.  Please note that as a new hire to PSEG, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG new hires. Similarly, for PSEG employees who accept job opportunities with PSEGLI, your benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of PSEGLI. 

 

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. 
PSEG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email accommodations@pseg.com.
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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