Utilities Engineer Electrical Systems, New York

Job Title

Utilities Engineer – Electrical Systems

Location

Rochester, NY | Onsite

Compensation & Schedule

• $90,000 – $120,000 • Full-time • W2 • Start date: ASAP

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid vacation and holidays

• Tuition assistance

• Professional development support

Role Impact

This position leads strategic and technical efforts to maintain, upgrade, and expand a critical high-voltage electrical distribution system within a large-scale industrial utility environment. The engineer plays a vital role in supporting system reliability, facilitating increased electrification, and ensuring compliance with electrical safety and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a long-term strategic master plan for the electrical distribution system

• Serve as lead technical expert for medium voltage (600V–34.5kV) systems including substations, transformers, switchgear, and turbines

• Provide analysis and support for low voltage (110V–600V) distribution systems and equipment

• Perform power systems analysis (load flow, short circuit, arc flash) using SKM Power Tools

• Manage projects and oversee external engineers and contractors for utility and customer-driven initiatives

• Support daily operations and maintenance of low/medium voltage systems

• Coordinate technical aspects of NYISO generator modeling and interconnect operations

• Provide electrical support for building systems (HVAC, power, lighting, IT, fire safety, UPS)

• Advise on NFPA electrical safety compliance in collaboration with EHS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

• 7–10 years in utility generation, power distribution, or energy-intensive industrial environments

• Strong background in high-voltage systems and utility interconnects

• New York State PE license required or ability to obtain

Core Tech Environment

• AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, Maximo

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Teams)

• Navisworks

• SKM Power Tools for Windows

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

Preferred Skills

• Project management experience in capital projects

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Proficiency in power system modeling and analysis

EEO / ADA Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.