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Parsons Corporation Associate Engineer-Electrical in New York, New York
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Job Description:
Parsons is one of the world’s largest transportation planning, engineering, and construction firms. We have an extensive portfolio of diverse transportation projects including rail and transit, road and highway, bridge and tunnel, and aviation infrastructure. Parsons expertise encompasses all phases of transportation engineering operations - from the initial planning stage through final design, construction, and commissioning. Parsons has the people and power to move the world.
We are seeking an Entry level Electrical Engineer to work in our New York/New Jersey transportation market. Our Electrical Engineers, while specializing in moveable bridge rehabilitation and design, support a diverse project portfolio including bridge electrical infrastructure design, low and medium voltage switchgear, infrastructure generator selection and evaluation, roadway lighting design, field inspection, movable bridge/roof design, and electrical infrastructure design for transportation stations.
We work in both traditional design-bid-build and design-build/Public-Private-Partnership delivery methods. If you are a fresh graduate or an entry level Electrical Engineer looking to advance your career in technical delivery and want to be part of a dynamic and innovative team working on large transportation projects that change the urban fabric of communities, this opportunity is for you. We are looking for candidates with the ability to work in a highly flexible, team-oriented environment that have exceptional communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
This position performs a variety of electrical engineering duties, under the supervision of a Senior Electrical Engineer, including conventional and complex electrical engineering assignments applying electrical engineering design techniques and analyses. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the development of engineering computations, material quantity take-offs, estimates, surveys, and designs. Performs various engineering and design assignments requiring the application of basic principles and fundamental theories studied in a four-year university engineering program, and available data in the engineering field.
This position will be based in Parsons New York City or Newark, NJ Office, with flexible working schedule available. While the position is based in NYC our operations support projects throughout the US and Canada. Modest travel may be required from time to time.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare detailed calculations, drawings, technical specifications, procurement documents, design and installation packages, technical reports, cost estimates, detailed analyses, and other materials suitable for procurement and construction purposes.
Typical design tasks include but are not limited to:
Fixed and Moveable bridge power and control system design and inspection.
Low and Medium Voltage electrical distribution systems including protective relaying.
Roadway and tunnel lighting calculations and design.
Lightning Protection and Grounding as well as Surge Protection.
Standby power generation. Uninterruptible power supplies.
Utility-related work and utilities relocation.
Electrical equipment and infrastructure sizing and functional calculations including power systems studies.
Possible travel to supplier, client, or construction site locations to inspect various facets of work and to perform acceptance testing.
Perform stage and final inspection of electrical equipment installations both new and existing. Prepare inspection reports and design studies.
Frequently interface with other Engineering disciplines as well as other departments.
Review supplier drawing submittals, respond to field requests for information.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
BS degree in Electrical Engineering required.
0-3 years of heavy industrial/facilities electrical design related experience preferred. (Individuals working for utility companies, industrial buildings or related facilities are encouraged to apply).
Fundamental of Engineering certificate is preferred with goal to obtain a professional Engineering registration.
Electrical Engineering Design experience with moveable structures preferred.
Electrical Engineering Design experience with transportation facilities preferred.
Familiarity with Codes and Standards relating to Electrical designs preferred.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction specifications preferred.
Familiarity with computer software used in electrical design.
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/None
This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.
For more than 75 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in diverse, collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see new possibilities.
Salary Range:
$25.34 - $44.33
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.
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Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
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