Staff Engineer/APM

The Staff Engineer / Assistant Project Manager (APM) provides critical engineering, project co-ordination, and technical leadership support for the planning, design, and execution of electric distribution and transmission projects. This role supports both customer-driven service installa-tions (residential, commercial, and developer projects) and company-driven capital and ex-pense projects focused on system reinforcement, reliability, and modernization. This position requires strong technical expertise in electric utility systems, the ability to coor-dinate cross-functional resources, and direct interaction with customers, contractors, consult-ing engineers, operations, and project management teams. The Staff Engineer / APM operates in both office and field environments and plays a key role in delivering projects safely, on budget, and on schedule. Key Responsibilities Engineering & Technical Support • Provide technical engineering support for the design, operation, and expansion of the elec-tric distribution system, including customer-owned and utility-owned infrastructure. • Perform engineering evaluations, load studies, system impact analyses, and economic as-sessments related to electric service requests and system operations. • Provide technical consultation to internal stakeholders and external customers regarding service design, constructability, and operational feasibility. • Review and approve distribution designs, material selections, and construction methods for compliance with utility standards and regulatory requirements. Project Planning, Budgeting & Controls • Support the development, execution, and tracking of Division Work Plans for capital and expense projects. • Assist the Lead Supervisor and Project Management teams in managing the full project lifecycle, from scoping and design through bidding, construction, and closeout. • Participate in the project bid cycle, including scope development, coordination with Pro-curement and T&D Project Management, contractor support, and award recommendations. • Assist in the development of annual budgets, cost forecasts, and variance analyses for as-signed project portfolios. • Track schedule and financial performance to ensure alignment with approved work plans and regulatory commitments. Work Order, Design & Portfolio Oversight • Review and approve Work Orders prepared by Planners and Designers for technical accura-cy, scope alignment, and budget compliance. • Ensure completion of the Capital Work Plan portfolio, including: o Major Capital Projects o Public Works Projects o System Conversions & Reinforcements o Exit Feeder Projects o Power Asset Management (PAM) Programs o Other large infrastructure initiatives • Provide technical guidance to internal teams and external partners for both PSEG-owned and customer-owned equipment. Leadership, Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement • Demonstrate the ability to lead, motivate, and technically guide team members while fos-tering collaboration across engineering, operations, construction, and external partners. • Set technical direction for assigned projects and contribute to broader organizational engi-neering strategy. • Participate in and represent the organization at safety meetings, technical briefings, and professional society events as directed by leadership. • Provide expert testimony or regulatory support when required. • Maintain a strong customer-focused mindset, ensuring high service levels while protecting system reliability and safety. Field Support & Storm Response • Perform field site visits to verify design conditions, support construction activities, and re-solve complex technical issues. • Participate in storm restoration and emergency response efforts, including off-hour work, extended shifts, and field operations support as required. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (Electrical Engineer-ing strongly preferred). • Minimum of 4 years of relevant engineering and/or operations experience supporting elec-tric distribution and/or transmission systems. • Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); ability to rap-idly learn new utility systems. • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to inter-act with all organizational levels and external stakeholders. • Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and results-oriented mindset. • Demonstrated leadership skills, professionalism, and customer/client focus. • Valid U.S. driver's license with a safe and satisfactory driving history. • Willingness and ability to travel locally and regionally to attend meetings and field sites. • Ability to respond to storm/emergency conditions, including nights, weekends, and ex-tended work schedules as required. Preferred Qualifications • Experience supporting regulated electric utilities in a planning, engineering, or project management capacity. • Working knowledge of distribution automation, feeder analysis, substations, service design, and load forecasting. • Experience with capital program management, public works coordination, and large-scale infrastructure programs. • Familiarity with utility asset management, GIS platforms, and project management systems. Core Competencies • Electric Utility Engineering & Operations • Capital Project Execution & Controls • Budgeting, Forecasting & Cost Management • Technical Leadership & Team Development • Stakeholder & Customer Engagement • Regulatory & Safety Compliance • Field Engineering & Constructability • Emergency & Storm Response Operations Working Conditions • Combination of office and active field environments. • Exposure to energized electrical systems, construction zones, traffic, and adverse weather conditions. • Extended hours may be required during storm restoration and emergency events.

Created: 2026-03-10