PSEG Long Island LLC · 2 hours ago
Principal Engineer Technical - Distribution - Asset Strategy
Hicksville, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$121K/yr - $121K/yr
8+ years expPSEG Long Island is one of the country’s largest energy companies, committed to providing safe and reliable service to millions of customers. The Principal Engineer will manage assets of the Long Island transmission and distribution systems, lead distribution engineering initiatives, and serve as a technical advisor for new engineers while ensuring compliance with reliability standards.
Electrical DistributionEnergy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop asset life cycle plans and create/update required Asset Management Plans (AM P's) for major underground distribution cable systems assets. Assess asset class performance and its impact on the system, while evaluating economic and operational risks
Responsible for the annual development, analysis, and prioritization of project lists of underground distribution cables and equipment replacements for the Asset Strategy sponsored programs. Lead the effort with the Distribution Operations Divisions to identify areas with recurring primary and/or secondary cable failures. Perform analytical evaluation of cable asset classes, cable fault history data, and cable test data to insure most cost effective capital spend and the efficient allocation of resources
Responsible for developing and supporting the highest degree of system reliability by assessing the performance of outside plant assets, in particular underground distribution primary and secondary cable systems, and implementing material and technology improvements
Evaluate emergent cable/splice failures, performing root cause analyses of subject failures, issuing findings/conclusions reports, and developing repair/replace recommendations for all such failures. Review and validate that all criteria are met for any emergent cable failures that are designated to be capital cable replacements
Provide engineering assistance to construction and operations groups in the application of present standards and the introduction of innovating technologies. Conduct site visits and provide field support to construction and operating crews. Perform construction audits of underground cable and equipment replacement projects. Support Asset Strategy related overhead distribution initiatives and capital programs, as necessary
Responsible for creating/reviewing/updating construction standards, purchase and test specifications, and procedures for underground distribution cables and related materials and equipment for the underground electric system, including the setting of criteria for acceptance testing, installation, maintenance, and operation
Perform studies related to evaluation and performance of economic and quality related material/equipment issues. Control the review and revision of existing technical documentation related to Company needs, state of the art materials, requirements of industry standards, and compliance with all codes (such as NESC, NEC, IEEE ANSI, NEMA, etc.)
Qualification
Required
BS Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
8 years prior experience with T&D Systems and/or T&D Engineering
Knowledge of electric transmission and distribution systems and equipment
Knowledge of engineering, design, and analysis of electric distribution systems
Knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC), National Electric Code (NEC) and other related guidelines to electric distribution system engineering, design and operation
Familiarity with Occupational Safety Health Act (OSHA) guidelines
Have excellent problem solving skills, and the ability to motivate all parties to focus on safety and maximize reliability
Be a proactive problem solver with high energy level and possess ability to quickly remedy problems as they arise
Ability to lead and motivate team members and the ability to effectively collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders
Ability to set direction for the organization in regards to technical issues and the attention to detail
Have excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
Possess a valid US driver's license with a safe and satisfactory driving history
Ability to respond to emergency storm and other conditions that may require field work during nights and weekends
Department of Energy's regulation 10 CFR 810 is required
Preferred
A Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, MBA or PE License preferred
At least 2 years of experience in Transmission or Distribution Engineering preferred
Experience in field supervision of Electric T&D System construction and/or maintenance preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paternal leave
Family leave programs
Behavioral health programs
401(k) with company match
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Generous paid time off
Company
PSEG Long Island LLC
PSEG Long Island operates the Long Island Power Authority’s transmission and distribution system under a long-term contract.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Scott Jennings
President and Chief Operating Officer
John Latka
Senior Vice President Electric Operations
Recent News
2025-12-30
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