Location: White Plains,NY, USA
Electrical Design SupervisorLocation:White Plains, USSummaryThe Design Supervisor coordinates and oversees design and drafting activities related to his/her technical discipline. The Supervisor provides technical guidance to Designers and CAD Operators and collaborates with other disciplines and site personnel, in the development of design drawing packages as required for successful implementation of Engineering projects ranging from minor O&M modifications to multimillion dollar capital projects. The Supervisor ensures design documents meet NYPA quality, regulatory compliance and technical standards. The Supervisor is a key contributor in the complex technical environment of multidiscipline design development and supervises both NYPA staff and contractor resources required to support the organization's deliverables.#LI-VB1ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and supervise the daily activities of team members assigned to design projects.Review work for technical accuracy and completeness.Ensure compliance with NYPA's configuration management policies and procedures.Monitor progress from project initiation to task closure and generates status reports.Provide technical guidance to team members in the development of design packages and staff developmentSet priorities for team members and make necessary resource adjustments to successfully accomplish deliverables on time and within budgetary constraints.Provide man-hour estimates for proposed projects.Collaborate with supervisors, other Engineering disciplines and site personnel.Accountable for the project team's performance in achieving goals, schedule compliance milestones and other objectives.Prepare performance reviews for team members.Review and approve staff timesheets.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrated experience in a leadership/supervisory role and/or as a key contributor to the successful completion of major technical projects. Proven ability to adjust to changing priorities both independently and collaboratively.Knowledge of fundamental engineering principles, construction techniques, design standards, technical and regulatory requirements and generally accepted drafting practices.Specific technical expertise in one or more design engineering disciplines.Ability to logically develop plans and schedule work to address business and operational needs.Ability to coordinate inter-discipline technical interfaces to successfully achieve project goals and deliverables.Strong communication and interpersonal skills are necessary to interact with others within the organization. Verbal/written communication skills must be at a level where the incumbent can request data, organize technical information and alert others of potential technical design conflicts.Multi-tasking and flexibility are required to accommodate changing priorities to meet the needs of the organization.Ability to resolve personnel problems, schedule conflicts, mobilize contractor and NYPA resources and make necessary adjustments to complete assigned projects on schedule and within budgetary constraints.Working knowledge and experience with AutoCAD applications, engineering document management systems and plotting equipment.Proficient in interviewing techniques and managing contractor resources.Education, Experience and CertificationsAssociate Degree in a related disciplineMinimum of 4 years experience in design and drafting with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a utility companyFour years of related experience as a designer or senior designer may be substituted for an Associate Degree.Bachelor's degree in Engineering may be substitute for 2 years experience.Physical RequirementsApproximately 15% travel throughout New York State to NYPA's operating facilities.The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $118,920.00 - $163,510.00. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates' relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates' disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email ...@nypa.gov .New York is Powered by YouWe are a team of over 1,900 energy technologists, IT specialists, business experts, hydro engineers, and other professionals leading the energy revolution. 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