Civil/Structural Engineer I

The Engineering team is seeking a Civil Engineer I to help the Power Authority accomplish its strategy of driving the clean energy transformation through emissions-free generation. In this role, the civil engineer will lead research, design, and development activities to improve NYPA's energy infrastructure. This includes providing design and construction support for a variety of civil engineering projects related to NYPA's power generation assets which can include projects related to roads, dams, buildings, renewables, site engineering and geotechnical engineering . In addition, the role ensures that all Civil/Structural engineering standards associated with facilities and assets are maintained and ensures that standards of quality, cost, safety, reliability, timeliness, and performance are met throughout all engineering activities.

• Provide lead engineer function in support of a limited range of design modification projects, equipment applications and failure research, engineering studies, and operations and maintenance activities.
• Perform site visits to complete field inspections, condition assessments, and equipment evaluations and develop basic technical recommendations
• Perform occasional emergency response, including outside of normal business hours.
• Independently coordinate cross disciplinary activities for the successful development and execution of projects.
• Select and apply codes, standards, and procedures to work tasks appropriately.
• Perform inspections and evaluations to ensure engineering requirements and Authority specifications are satisfied.
• Provide direction and review in the development of the project engineering documents and submittals.

• Competency in the design, operation, and maintenance of structural and water systems specific to the electric utility industry.
• Fundamental knowledge of Civil Engineering systems and materials used for Civil Engineering design.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative and team-oriented with ability to build relationships with vendors and stakeholders.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations, and complete specifications, scopes of work, reports, and interdisciplinary design packages.
• Ability to coordinate the technical and commercial aspects of projects.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Working experience with a Civil/Structural, design software such as STAADPro, Risa, MathCad, PLS CADD, HEC-RAS software preferred.
• Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Other disciplines may be considered)
• Minimum of four (5) years of related work experience preferred.
• New York State Engineer in Training certification preferred.
• Driver's license required.

• Approximately 25% travel primarily within NY State.
• Ability to access all areas of the plant and conduct physical evaluations of grounds and equipment including ability to climb and work at high elevations and in confined spaces, walk a significant distance, sometimes on uneven ground, and perform occasional minor lifting.