Associate Project Engineer, Advanced Energy Systems

New York Power Authority

Associate Project Engineer managing utility-scale solar PV projects in New York. Overseeing project lifecycle from initiation to closeout ensuring compliance with all regulations.

Posted 5/5/2026full-timeWhite Plains • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $92,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for Project Management for all stages of the project lifecycle from initiation through close out for projects and/or programs.
Manage and implement multiple projects and modifications concurrently.
Partner and coordinate with all in-house as well as external resources for all activities related to the project.
Develop & manage design documents/specifications, project presentations, Trustee Items, project funding requests, budgets, forecasts, bid documents, evaluate bid proposals, and make award recommendations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or Energy Engineering or related field.
Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred in Project / Construction Management, preferably in the utility, commercial or related mechanical/electrical industries.
New York State Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or ability to get one within 2 years preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

Project ManagementProject Lifecycle ManagementDesign DocumentsBudgetingForecastingBid EvaluationAward RecommendationsConstruction ManagementProject ModificationsProject Presentations

Soft Skills

CoordinationCommunicationCollaborationOrganizational SkillsLeadership

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringNew York State Engineer in Training (EIT)