Supervisor of Power Engineering

About the Department

The Supervisor of Power Engineering will assist the Deputy Director of Power in directing and controlling the Power Engineering group's work, providing engineering services across all aspects of the Power Department, including utility/substation operations, system control, traction power, facility electrical services, records, and documentation.

Position Duties

• Responsible for conferring with the Deputy Director on problems involving normal operations, changes in plans and procedures, and projected future development.
• Schedule and assign daily work tasks for up to twenty (20) engineering personnel; monitor performance and progress; coach/mentor; and report status to the Deputy Director.
• Maintain proper discipline of personnel under their supervision regarding rule violations, poor work performance, absenteeism, and other conditions requiring employee discipline.
• Manage inspection, testing, and analysis activities for materials and equipment used by the Power Systems Maintenance Departments.
• Lead a team and supervise the preparation and updating of power operating plans, charts, maps, graphs, prints, and records.
• Oversee the preparation of field surveys, studies, designs and specifications, working drawings and reports as required. Assist in maintaining close coordination with the Authority's engineers, consultants, and Capital Delivery regarding design and construction of all new and updated power systems.
• Provide input on the maintainability of proposed installations and the reliability of products and methods to be employed.
• Periodically inspect construction of new power equipment to ensure that the finished facility conforms to recommended maintenance and repair standards and applicable codes.
• Responsible for the development and maintenance of department-wide Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), design standards, and equipment specifications.
• Oversee the management of department electrical assets, including preventive maintenance scope and schedules, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Drive a company or personal vehicle to work locations and to assist at emergencies and/or events as needed.
• Respond to each inquiry, whether from a customer, vendor, or co­worker in a professional and courteous manner.
• Work any and all shifts and/or locations as assigned or directed.
• Respond or report to work as directed by supervisory personnel for emergencies, extreme weather conditions, or any other abnormal conditions that impair service or the safety of service, twenty­ four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
• Uphold the rights and interests of the Authority while building and maintaining an effective and productive relationship with employees.
• Assist in the management of a workforce by ensuring the fair and consistent application and strict adherence to the rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the Authority, including the EEO, Anti-Discrimination, Anti-Harassment, and Anti-Retaliation policies.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.

Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department- or location-specific functions.

Supervision

• Responsible for approximately eleven (11) direct reports and manages the Power Engineering work throughput, including contractors that work as an extension of PSM.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Five (5) years of recent experience in the design, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of power systems, including overhead and underground utilities.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience managing a team, including but not limited to motivation and performance management.
• Experience with AC distribution systems and high voltage. Familiarity with DC distribution systems.
• Effective organizational, analytical, confidentiality, multi­tasking, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Word, Excel, Database, PeopleSoft, or Mainframe applications.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information in an appropriate manner.
• Excellent customer service, conflict resolution, writing, and speaking skills.
• Ability to work any and all shifts and/or locations as assigned or directed.
• Ability to supervise and work effectively with a diverse workforce.
• Ability to provide internal and external customers with a courteous and professional experience.

Substitutions

• A bachelor's degree in Engineering in a non-electrical discipline with the demonstrated ability to comprehend power/electrical systems, and additional years of experience in the design, maintenance,e and construction of overhead and underground power lines and equipment.

Other Qualifications

• None.

Benefits

Employment Benefits at the MBTA

Full-Time Employees:

The MBTA offers comprehensive benefits packages. Types of benefits offered at the MBTA are subject to the union affiliation / Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) of the position to which you apply. Benefits that may apply to your position include the following:

• Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life (basic and supplemental), and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, Personal Days, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Retirement: Pension or deferred compensation 401(a), plus MBTA contributions
• Complimentary pass for travel on the MBTA transit system (bus, train, ferry, and Commuter Rail)
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10,000 per year)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) for student loans
• Commuter Choice Parking Program: Pre-tax benefits for parking
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre-tax benefits for healthcare-related expenses
• Discounted tickets for concerts, movies, travel / vacation, etc. via TicketsAtWork.com
• Shopping discounts via GovX.com
• Verizon and AT&T service discounts
• And more...

Disclaimer:

The above information is meant to be a general overview of the benefit programs offered by the MBTA, which may or may not apply to a specific position. This summary is not a contract and is not meant to change the provisions of union contracts or Authority policies and does not establish a binding practice. Please contact the assigned Recruiter directly or email [email protected] for more information.

The MBTA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

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Agency Information

EmployerMassachusetts Bay Transportation AuthorityAddress 10 Park Plaza

Boston, Massachusetts, 02116 Phone(617) 222-3200
Website https://www.mbta.com