Electrical Engineer

About the Role

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey seeks an Electrical Engineer to join the Electrical Engineering unit within the Engineering/Architecture Design Division. The role focuses on planning and design for transportation assets such as airports, ports, ferries, tunnels, bridges, rail systems, and bus terminals. Position located at 4 World Trade Center, NYC.

• Prepare preliminary and detailed estimates, design criteria for new construction of electrical projects and for alteration of existing structures and utility systems.
• Conduct preliminary conceptual design work and plan capital projects and major work programs. Provide design alternatives and associated costs for future planning and funding.
• Create contract documents – drawings, technical specifications, cost estimates, and purchase orders – that are biddable and constructible within time and budget constraints.
• Perform engineering design, technical analysis and economic studies; make recommendations ensuring technical integrity, safety, efficient operation, maintainability and sound economics.
• Coordinate projects with other design disciplines, line department facilities and outside entities (manufacturers, utilities, consulting engineers and contractors) to minimize disruption of normal facility operations.
• Maintain knowledge of state‑of‑the‑art technology and equipment such as power distribution systems, microprocessor‑based control systems, CAD, lighting, fire, security, UPS, variable speed drives, fiber‑optic network, etc.
• Prepare design documents in compliance with Code and PA Design guidelines.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of four (4) years of professional engineering experience, primarily in electrical systems design and specification writing for commercial and industrial facilities.
• Design experience with low‑voltage power distribution, lighting systems, and preparation of electrical calculations (equipment sizing, short circuit, voltage drop, load studies) and contract drawings.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Valid driver’s license.

• EIT certification or pursuing a PE license.
• Knowledge of NYSDEC/NJDEP regulations, NEPA/SEQR, and other applicable standards.
• Proven problem‑solving, decision‑making, negotiation and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Ability to lead, manage and prioritize multiple assignments across disciplines.
• Excellent organizational, independent work, and prioritization skills.
• Proficiency in preparing contract documents, drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong presentation and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by in‑depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s). Conditional offers require a background check.

Competitive benefits package and professional environment. Salary range: minimum $93,340, midpoint $121,356, maximum $149,370. Employees may work remotely up to one day per week; in‑person collaboration is generally required.

Apply by clicking “Apply Now” and submitting a resume. Veteran and military spouse applications are welcomed. Only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Port Authority of New York & New Jersey/Port Authority Trans‑Hudson (PATH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities in accordance with the ADA and related laws. Applicants may request accommodations by contacting the recruiter or emailing the Human Resources Department’s Disability Accommodation Coordinator.