Electrical Engineer Series
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Job Description
Position at New York City Transit
Job Title: Electrical Engineer Series
First Date of Posting: 5/2/2025
Last Date of Filing: Open until filled
Authority: NYCTA
Department: Subways
Division/Unit: MOW Engineering, Electrical/Power Operations Engineering.
Reports to: Director Power Operations Engineering
Work Location:130 Livingston Street, Brooklyn, NY
Hours of Work: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Candidates selected for this position may be placed in a competitive or non-competitive class position based on their qualifications. Qualified candidates who are placed in a competitive class position are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page
COMPENSATION
Electrical Engineer 1: $87,701-$110,444 (New Hire Rate: $76,260)
Electrical Engineer 2: $104,266-$125,964 (New Hire Rate: $90,667)
Electrical Engineer 3: $116,636-$137,501 (New Hire Rate: $101,422)
RESPONSIBILITIES
The position will support the Power Engineering group that provides technical support for the Power operating group that maintains 230 substations. Support testing of substation equipment. Represent the Engineering group at departmental meetings, review approve/disapprove contractor submittals, test reports, test procedures, and FMIs.
Propose Stray current mitigation and corrosion control methods.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License and four years of full‐time
experience in electrical engineering. A master's degree in electrical engineering from an
accredited college will be accepted as equivalent to one year of the full‐time experience
in electrical engineering.
- In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in
Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last
three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.
DESIRED SKILLS
- Candidate must possess the ability to design electrical system as mentioned above including preparation of technical specifications of substation equipment, 3rd Rail and power cables.
- Thorough knowledge of Substation equipment, Negative return system, Corrosion and Stray current issues.
- Full knowledge of NYCT Subway system, Yards, shops, and Transit Railcars
- Work as a team player.
SELECTION METHOD
Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.
All appointments, with the exception of the Department of Subways employees on MABSTOA payroll, will be made on the NYCT payroll.
OTHER INFORMATION
Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.