Job Description 

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Senior Electrical Engineer or designee, the Electrical Engineer I will be responsible for overseeing, evaluating, and supervising maintenance and testing of electrical equipment within the MassDOT Highway System distribution network including all associated contracted work. This includes, but is not limited to, 15kV and 480-volt electrical distribution systems and equipment, emergency standby generator systems, UPS systems, pumping stations, building HVAC and tunnel ventilation systems, the pumping systems, Tunnel Ventilation, High Voltage Switchgear and Generators. The Electrical Engineer I will provide day to day support and oversight of normal maintenance activities including troubleshooting assistance. The Electrical Engineer I will review Electrical Project drawings and specifications and identify any all discrepancies. The discrepancies will be forwarded to the Sr. Electrical Engineer for review and subsequent submission to the project manager, design engineer and engineer of record as applicable.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Verify system testing to ensure program performance and adherence to system requirements.
• Coordinate schedule for all electrical system testing along with testing of the System Control and Data Acquisition device points for electrical building systems.
• Perform Electrical project site visits as directed to confirm work is in accordance with conformed drawings and specifications.
• Assist D6 Facilities Engineering with maintenance problems.
• Provide troubleshooting/technical support for preventative and corrective work order related issues.
• Coordinate with city, municipal, state, and other outside agencies as necessary.
• Respond to facilities, roadway and tunnel incidents and emergencies 24/7.
• Support other Facilities and D6 Sections.
• Oversee and manage service contracts
• Ensure proper safety procedures are being followed and perform other job-related functions as required.
• Must have the ability to work at heights on buildings, bridges and roadways and work in close proximity to live traffic on roads and tunnels.
• Must possess reasonable physical aptitude to perform the required duties and responsibilities.

This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired at MassDOT. Current MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's first paycheck. 2) $2,000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employee’s probationary period.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.

MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.  

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.

Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.   

Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in electrical engineering work, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

1. An Associate's degree with a major in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.*
2. A Bachelors or higher degree with a major in electrical engineering may be substituted for required experience.*

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

• For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.
• For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857‐368‐4722.
• For a disability‐related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857‐274‐1935.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.