Principal Engineer, Electrical

　　Capital Programs

　　Job Description:

　　Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you’ll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time—and we’re looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

　　Summary

　　This role will focus on the design, development, documentation, and construction of electrical engineering projects for various NJT facilities in compliance with applicable building codes.

　　Roles and Responsibilities:

　　Helps develop scope of work with operating units, including preliminary budgets, schedules, feasibility studies and cost/benefit analyses for complex engineering projects.

　　Designs, prepares, reviews, and/or approves plans, specifications, cost estimates, and other contract documents, including those by outside consultants. Performs code reviews and insures code compliance. Coordinates as necessary with utilities and other outside review agencies.

　　Develops selective coordination, short circuit, and arc flash studies.

　　Coordinates work with other engineering and architectural disciplines

　　Responds to RFIs, reviews submittals, and executes change orders. Monitors construction progress, and coordinates with Construction Management and Building Inspectors.

　　Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

　　Baccalaureate in Electrical Engineering or related field, and 5 years of applied progressive experience.

　　AutoCAD proficiency required. REVIT experience a plus.

　　Experience with arc flash/short circuit analysis software desirable (EasyPower, ETAP, SKM, et al)

　　Must be familiar with primary distribution systems; knowledge of solar power and electric vehicle charging systems a plus.

　　Familiarity with IBC, NEC, NESC, and state & local building codes necessary

　　Demonstrated ability to analyze and modify existing electrical systems

　　Demonstrated ability to develop new electrical system models and select equipment using industry-standard software.

　　Project Management experience a plus.

　　Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

　　EIT Certification required

　　Professional Engineer license desirable

　　Physical Demands:

　　Light. Some field work may require climbing steps and/or ladders. Working Environment:

　　Office environment with some field work required At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:

　　Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Prescription, Dental, Vision, Prescription

　　Flexible Spending Account

　　Life Insurance

　　Paid Leave

　　Tuition Assistance

　　Qualified Transportation Expense Plan (QTE)

　　3 YEAR VESTED: Retirement Plan Options:

　　401(a) is a 6% employer contribution

　　401(k) at least 6% with an additional 3% company match

　　At NJ TRANSIT we support and depend upon the diversity of our staff. NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer