Company Name: Brooksource
Location: Rye, NY, United States (Hybrid, requires relocation to Rye, NY 10580)
Job Type: Full-time, Contract-to-Hire
Salary Range: $30.00 – $35.00 hourly
Industry: Engineering / Energy (specifically Electric Utility)
Job Overview
Brooksource is a leading IT services and consulting firm dedicated to connecting top technical talent with impactful projects for premier organizations. We are seeking a highly motivated and technically curious Associate Engineer – Electric Distribution to join our team, supporting a critical client within the Energy / Electric Utility sector in Rye, NY. This Entry-Level to Mid-Level contract-to-hire role offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to the design, reliability, and operational efficiency of vital electric distribution systems.
As an Associate Engineer, you will play a crucial role in collaborating with local designers, reviewing engineering plans, and ensuring adherence to safety and environmental regulations. You will apply your foundational engineering knowledge to analyze system performance, assist in capital budgeting, and support emergency response efforts. If you are eager to learn, possess strong analytical skills, and are passionate about contributing to the integrity of essential electric infrastructure, Brooksource invites you to apply.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Apply a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Energy, Math, Physics, or Computer Science to all engineering duties.
- Leverage understanding and potentially experience working with a unionized workforce.
- Engage with engineering-related projects and distribution electrical equipment, applying theoretical knowledge to practical applications.
- Utilize understanding of various computer systems and software applications, including Work Management System, Logica, and Demand Aggregator.
- Apply general knowledge of engineering drawings and map reading for system analysis.
- Demonstrate excellent organizational, analytical, and technical skills in all tasks.
- Utilize strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact diplomatically with internal and external stakeholders at various levels of management.
- Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations and environmental protection in all system designs and modifications.
- Collaborate closely with local designers to design and reinforce electrical distribution systems.
- Provide clear instruction and guidance for service determination and construction layouts.
- Review and approve distribution layouts, B&A’s, and feeder sequences for accuracy and compliance.
- Ensure all plans and drawings strictly comply with operating procedures and specifications.
- Prepare essential documents for major projects and assist in the Capital Budget preparation process.
- Monitor project progress to ensure timely completion within budget constraints.
- Establish and maintain comprehensive tracking reports for performance metrics.
- Evaluate feeder ratings and assess the impact of new business projects on existing equipment.
- Analyze distribution reliability data and evaluate proposed projects for improvements.
- Supervise the effective use of computer applications for engineering tasks.
- Assess training needs and implement corrective actions as required.
- Conduct thorough root cause analysis of outages and identify opportunities for system improvement.
- Track and update distribution maps and diagrams to maintain accurate system records.
- Provide crucial support during storms, contingencies, or customer outages, contributing to rapid restoration efforts.
- Monitor and provide engineering analysis during emergency events, supporting informed decision-making.
- Represent the company professionally in meetings with various stakeholders.
- Possess knowledge of programming languages (desirable) to support analytical or automation efforts.
Qualifications
- Experience Level: Entry-Level to Mid-Level (Associate Engineer title, implies foundational experience is sufficient, supported by “Bachelor’s Degree” as primary requirement).
- Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Energy, Math, Physics, or Computer Science.
- Required Skills:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Energy, Math, Physics, or Computer Science.
- Experience working with a unionized workforce.
- Experience with engineering-related projects and distribution electrical equipment.
- Understanding of various computer systems and software applications, including Work Management System, Logica, and Demand Aggregator.
- General knowledge of engineering drawings and map reading.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and technical skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact diplomatically with internal and external stakeholders at various levels of management.
- Ability to ensure adherence to safety regulations and environmental protection in system designs.
- Collaborative skills with local designers to design and reinforce electrical distribution systems.
- Proven ability to provide instruction and guidance for service determination and construction layouts.
- Skilled in reviewing and approving distribution layouts, B&A’s, and feeder sequences.
- Ability to ensure plans and drawings comply with operating procedures and specifications.
- Experience preparing documents for major projects and assisting in Capital Budget preparation.
- Proficient in monitoring project progress to ensure timely completion within budget.
- Capability to establish and maintain tracking reports for performance metrics.
- Skilled in evaluating feeder ratings and impact of new business projects on equipment.
- Experience analyzing distribution reliability and evaluating proposed projects.
- Ability to supervise use of computer applications for engineering tasks.
- Proven ability to assess training needs and implementing corrective actions.
- Skilled in conducting root cause analysis of outages and identifying improvement opportunities.
- Ability to track and update distribution maps and diagrams.
- Proven ability to provide support during storms, contingencies, or customer outages.
- Capable of monitoring and providing engineering analysis during emergency events.
- Ability to represent the company in meetings with stakeholders.
- Knowledge of programming languages (desirable).
Salary and Benefits
This Full-time, Contract-to-Hire Associate Engineer (Electric Distribution) position offers a competitive hourly salary ranging from $30.00 – $35.00 hourly. Brooksource is dedicated to supporting our consultants, providing comprehensive benefits during the contract phase and a clear path to potential full-time employment with our client. Benefits typically include health, dental, and vision insurance options, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive team environment focused on your long-term success in the energy sector.
Working Conditions
This is a Full-time, Contract-to-Hire Hybrid position based in Rye, NY, United States, requiring relocation to Rye, NY 10580 if not already within commutable distance. You will split your time between working from home and being on-site at the client’s facility. The role involves working within a professional office and potentially field environments, collaborating closely with local designers and various operational teams. The environment is dynamic and requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You will be expected to provide support during storms, contingencies, or customer outages, which may involve irregular hours.
Why Work with Us
Join Brooksource and become an essential part of a forward-thinking company that’s truly making a difference in the automotive industry. We are a technology-driven organization that values transparency, efficiency, and continuous innovation. As a Vehicle Condition Inspector, your meticulous work and keen eye for detail directly contribute to the trust and confidence that define our brand and empower thousands of transactions daily within the digital marketplace and auto auctions.
At ACV, we foster a supportive and collaborative environment where your expertise is recognized, and your growth is encouraged. You’ll gain valuable experience in a rapidly evolving sector and be part of a team that’s constantly striving to improve and expand our groundbreaking digital marketplace. If you’re an automotive enthusiast with a meticulous eye and a desire to contribute to a rapidly transforming industry, ACV Auctions offers a rewarding career path where you can make a real impact on the future of wholesale auto sales.
