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PSEG 5105 Principal Engineer - Technical in South Plainfield, New Jersey

Requisition : 79014

PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co.

Salary Range : $ 114,500 - $ 188,100

Incentive : PIP 15%

Work Location Category : Hybrid

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 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 senior position in System Protection within the P&C organization, utilizing a broad knowledge of utility business experience, engineering principles and practices acquired through progressive experience and education. Requires a strong technical background in system protection, relaying and controls to develop and implement protective relaying policies for existing and new transmission and distribution projects. Good leadership skills required to lead a team of associates and contractors to ensure successful completion of relay settings for high voltage electrical substations and switching stations up to 500KV.

Job Responsibilities

Perform commissioning and start-up engineering for inside plant construction projects in the Delivery Project and Construction Management Organization (P&CM). Provide leadership and technical expertise through the application of engineering tools, processes and procedures to manage the successful commissioning/start-up activities for a portfolio of projects. Develop standard commissioning and testing practices for high voltage equipment and associated protective relays and controls equipment. Manage start-up engineering requirements for equipment check-out and testing for standard application and repeatability. Provide technical support to Construction Specialists and ensure compliance in regards to established methods for commissioning. Works closely with System Protection, Design/Engineering and the Major Equipment Group to ensure all necessary checks and testing are performed and verified acceptable prior to equipment being placed into service. Ensure that all cut-over procedures and write-ups are completed in a comprehensive and consistent manner so that uniform procedures are followed throughout the group. Conduct and lead major, complex or non-routine field testing/start-up activities and tie-ins. Ability to perform independent field verification of proper testing procedures and results. Review and approve test data and reports to ensure major equipment is ready for service. Conduct or participate in pre-energization walk through meetings. Interface with Relay Supervisors/Technicians to ensure proper testing of protective relays and circuits. The successful candidate must exhibit expertise of computer based engineering and business applications. Must possess demonstrated professionalism and leadership skills to drive improvements in present/established methods of testing and associated practices for the Safe and reliable energization of high voltage equipment. Must possess and use strong oral and written communication skills.

Location: This position is located out of the South Plainfield, NJ facility.

• Candidate must foster an inclusive work environment and respect all aspects of diversity

•Successful candidate must demonstrate and value differences in others' strengths, perspectives, approaches, and personal choices.

•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.

•PSEG is proud to be an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status

Job Specific Qualifications

Required:

•Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience directly related to substation design, engineering and construction.

• 8 years of experience in substation design, engineering and construction.

• Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of protective relays and controls systems.

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

• Must foster an inclusive work environment and respects all aspects of diversity

• Must demonstrate and value differences in others' strengths, perspectives, approaches, and personal choi

Desired:

Advanced degree or technical training, P.E license.

Masters Degree in Engineering, Professional Engineer’s License and/or advanced power systems courses/training.

Minimum Years of Experience

8 years of experience

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Certifications

None Noted

Disclaimer

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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 (https://sharepoint.pseg.com/Pages/Home.aspx) by clicking on the emPower icon, then selecting careers. This site (PSEG Careers and Job Openings (https://corporate.pseg.com/careers) ) is strictly for candidates who are not currently PSEG employees, with the exception of PSEG employees who do not have company email addresses.

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.

ADDITIONAL EEO/AA INFORMATION (Click link below)

Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf)

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

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.

Need to request an accommodation?

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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