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PSEG Associate Engineer in Bethpage, New York

Requisition : 81584

PSEG Company : PSEG Long Island

Salary Range : $ 63,500 - $ 100,500

Work Location Category : Hybrid Fixed

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 are roles that have specific onsite requirements and are typically onsite daily.

Hybrid fixed are roles that are a blend of onsite work/in-person interactions with some ability to work remotely and require employees to live within a commutable distance and be onsite fixed days each week.

Hybrid flexible are roles that can be performed remotely but require some level of onsite work/in-person interactions on a regular basis, require employees to live within a commutable distance and, since business needs vary by position and may change over time, managers will set expectations and flexibility regarding where and when work is performed.

Fully remote are roles that can be performed remotely, require employees to live in approved states and will have purpose-driven in-person interactions on occasion.

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, 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 (including vacation, scheduled holidays, and floating holidays).

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

The P&C Engineer will provide project management support to the Project Managers and may be assigned smaller projects to manage at the discretion of the senior project manager. Participate in the development and implementation of project management process improvements across the company. Coordinate communication and exchange of information between the project manager, project control, engineering, procurement, construction and contractors.

Coordinate all internal and external communication relative to project on behalf of the project managers. Assist in the development of project schedule and estimates resource and material requirements; maintain respective planning and scheduling updates throughout the life of the project. Work closely with the Project Manager to prepare reports detailing project costs, progress, risks and opportunities for review by senior management. Provide support to coordinate quality program requirements and adhere to company standards, procedures and safety programs.

Job Responsibilities

Major duties and responsibilities (include and are not limited to):

Solves straight forward project management problems; analyzes possible solutions and assesses each using standard procedures. Assist other project managers & teams in project tracking & control (e.g. CPM schedule, cost, resources) collecting individual project status information & developing project updates for management review.

Prepare and maintain project management records and documentation as required. Work with Project Coordinator (License & Permitting) to obtain regulatory and municipal permits as required.

Provide the necessary support as outlined in PSEGLI Project Management (PM) Playbook (e.g. project charter, project scope document, project execution plan, project close out report, etc.).

May serve as Project Manager on smaller projects and take a lead role on straightforward projects. Applies team effectiveness skills; contributes to the achievement of team goals.

Collaborate with the project team to implement and control the project (e.g. Weekly status report, project sponsor updates, and team communications).

Responds to standard and non-standard requests from customers; investigates with assistance from project managers as needed. Works with guidance from the team to assess and identify solutions to standard and non-standard requests.

Perform straight forward project management analyses to apply specific skills and knowledge to meet project requirements.

Support project managers with project start-up activities including but not limited to:

Setup necessary data storage procedures.

Assist in development of Project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Project Budgets, Project Schedules, and Project Management Plan.

Provide project execution and control support to project managers including but not limited to:

Assist with development of monthly project reports.

Maintain project budgets and provide periodic status to the project manager.

Review time, expense and accounting reports for accuracy, reviewing subcontractor invoices, maintaining budget tracking information, and see that invoices are prepared according to corporate and client specifications.

Support the maintenance of the project schedules and provide status of actual vs. plan.

Track outstanding project receivables and when necessary assist project managers to research and resolve issues related to payment of invoices,

Enter project-related data into corporate accounting and project management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, MS SharePoint, etc.). Work with project managers to track execution of work plans, including tracking project deliverable dates and issuing reminders to team members when appropriate. Assist project managers with effective facilitation of team and client meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, tracking action items, and proactively following up on action items. Provide project closure support to project managers including but not limited to supporting the PM with ensuring project team member evaluations are performed. Draft project description for future projects. Archive project documents according to local procedures. Ensures compliance to regulatory guidelines, procedures and PSEGLI’s safety policies

Job Specific Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

• A minimum of 0-2 years of relevant engineering experience

• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications

• Clear and concise writing and verbal communications skills

• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills; strong planning and organizing skills; adaptable and results-oriented

• Possess leadership skills, professionalism and customer/client focus

• As the job requires driving to Company locations and off-site assignments and events, must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license with a safe and satisfactory driving history

Preferred / Desired Skills:

• Electrical utility experience

• Familiarity with the transmission and distribution systems

• Able to read / understand electrical one lines

Minimum Years of Experience

0 years of experience

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering

Certifications

None Noted

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.

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

As an employee of PSE&G or PSEG LI, 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 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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Diversity at PSEG: Equal Opportunity Employer

PSEG is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions, including but not limited to, hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, training, and/or compensation, on the basis of merit. Employment decisions are based on an individual’s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. PSEG's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, the actual sex of the individual, or the gender identity or gender expression), race, color, religion, including religious dress practices and religious grooming practices, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws, ordinances, or regulations.

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If you have a disability and need assistance submitting your resume, applying for a position or registering for a test, please call 973-430-3845. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.

PSEG is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and co-workers.

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