Electrical Engineer Series
Description
Title: Electrical Engineer Series | First Date of Posting: April 24, 2026 |
Last Date of Filing: Open until filled | Authority: NYCTA |
Department: Subways Division/Unit: MOW Engineering/Electro-Mechanical Engineering | Reports to: Senior Director, Infrastructure Engineering |
Work Location: 130 Livingston Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201 | Hours of Work: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
Candidates selected for this position may be placed in a competitive or non-competitive class position based on their qualifications. Qualified candidates who are placed in a competitive class position are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page
COMPENSATION
- Assistant Electrical Engineer: $76,279.00
- Electrical Engineer 1: $90,551.00
- Electrical Engineer 2: $107,655.00
- Electrical Engineer 3: $120,427.00
RESPONSIBILITIES
This position is responsible for providing electrical engineering support for all Infrastructure Operations, including Buildings, Facilities, Stations, Yards and Barns. Responsibilities will also include providing electrical designs for facilities electrical distribution systems, developing specifications, scopes, project profiles, design drawings, estimates, and onsite technical field support for Infrastructure in-house and operating divisions. In addition, this position will require expertise in Electrical Systems which includes electrical power distribution system, Utility services, Generators, ATS and UPS Systems., having knowledge of applicable code and standards such as NEC and NYS code, Review and provide approvals for Electrical Distribution Bulletins for all Capital Contract projects in construction phases ensuring electrical systems standards, Installation means & methods, electrical equipment standards are implemented as per NYCT, NEC, NFPA & applicable NYS code standards & Design Guidelines,. The selected incumbent will represent the Sr. Director or section engineer in charge of the Electro-Mechanical section. The selected incumbent will also represent Sr. Director, ACO, CEO, in high level meetings with DOS & other departments.
This position is responsible for providing electrical engineering support for all Infrastructure Operations, including Buildings, Facilities, Stations, Yards and Barns. Responsibilities will also include providing electrical designs for facilities electrical distribution systems, developing specifications, scopes, project profiles, design drawings, estimates, and onsite technical field support for Infrastructure in-house and operating divisions. In addition, this position will require expertise in Electrical Systems which includes electrical power distribution system, Utility services, Generators, ATS and UPS Systems., having knowledge of applicable code and standards such as NEC and NYS code, Review and provide approvals for Electrical Distribution Bulletins for all Capital Contract projects in construction phases ensuring electrical systems standards, Installation means & methods, electrical equipment standards are implemented as per NYCT, NEC, NFPA & applicable NYS code standards & Design Guidelines,. The selected incumbent will represent the Sr. Director or section engineer in charge of the Electro-Mechanical section. The selected incumbent will also represent Sr. Director, ACO, CEO, in high level meetings with DOS & other departments.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Assistant Electrical Engineer:
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in electrical or electronic
engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in electrical
engineering work; or
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in electrical or electronic
engineering technology and three years of full-time satisfactory experience in
electrical engineering work; or
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a master’s degree from
an accredited college in electrical or electronic engineering.
Electrical Engineer Series I, II, III:
A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License and four years of full‐time
experience in electrical engineering. A master's degree in electrical engineering from an
accredited college will be accepted as equivalent to one year of the full‐time experience
in electrical engineering.
experience in electrical engineering. A master's degree in electrical engineering from an
accredited college will be accepted as equivalent to one year of the full‐time experience
in electrical engineering.
**In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in
Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last
three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.
Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last
three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.
DESIRED SKILLS
- Candidate must possess the ability to design electrical systems as mentioned above including preparation of technical specifications.
- knowledge of NYCT Subway system, Yards, shops, and Transit Railcars
- Work as a team player. Proficient with MicroStation CAD
SELECTION METHOD
Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.
All appointments, with the exception of the Department of Subways employees on MABSTOA payroll, will be made on the NYCT payroll.
OTHER INFORMATION
Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.