Senior Training & Development Specialist Electric Distribution

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Date: Jul 2, 2026

Location: Edison, NJ, US, 08837

Company: PSEG

Requisition: 83919
 
PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co.
 
Salary Range: $ 107,600 - $ 170,300
 
Work Location Category: Onsite
 
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. 

PSE&G is seeking a new member for the Technical Training team within the Transformation & Centralized Service organization at our Edison NJ location, and advances the training that supports a safe, skilled and efficient utility work force working in concert with a team of training professionals for PSE&G’s Substation Operator and Service Dispatcher occupational groups.
The role is responsible for conducting the instruction and learning evaluation required to provide apprentice and incumbent employees & contractor personnel (as required) with the technical skills and knowledge necessary to perform electric distribution system Service Dispatching and Substation Operations in accordance with job specifications, contract obligations, Technical Manuals and regulatory requirements with a special focus on Safety Tagging / Energy Control Procedures.
The Sr. Training & Development Specialist will be a member of relevant training committees or Occupational Work Groups. Eligible for on-call field assignments as a supervisor.  Available for field supervisory shifts.

Job Responsibilities

  • Instruct Electric Distribution courses.  Responsible for coaching and developing trainees in their classroom. Become proficient in teaching general Electric Distribution classes, such as Substation Awareness, Safety Tagging, and/or DC/AC
  • Content development updates.
  • Actively works to annually develop learning content for their courses, work with learning technology, and time management skills
  • Develop relationships with subject matter experts to identify training needs and related content.  Develop relationships with external subject matter experts to identify industry best practices
  • Use learning technology, Analysis, design, and evaluate apprentice and incumbent employee technical training
  • Understand and explain key training metrics associated with the Manager’s Dashboard
  • Be a supervisor of work by BU employees on field assignments in the Division

Job Specific Qualifications

  • High school graduate or GED
  • Minimum of 7 yrs. of relevant field experience is their specific subject matter (Occupational Work Group)
  • At least 5 years of indirect supervisory experience or 3 years of direct supervisory experience
  • Over 4 years of training/education experience in subject matter
  • Demonstrated experience in training/educating others using methodologies: analysis, design, development, evaluation, and alternative delivery methods, including eLearning or virtual instruction applications
  • Demonstrated ability to cross-train to expand skill sets and competencies into multiple topics/disciplines
  • Demonstrated experience in computer applications, including Microsoft Office software
  • Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills; capable of making effective oral presentations
  • Ability to facilitate joint union / management assessment teams
  • Project management related experience
  • Experience in Learning Management System use
  • Experience in alternative training delivery methods, including automated, computer-based or virtual / augmented reality applications
  • Provide leadership through peer-to-peer coaching/guidance for junior instructors
  • Compliance with the Department of Energy's regulation 10 CFR 810 is required

 

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. 
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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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