Electrical Engineer

The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities seeks an Electrical Engineer. This job involves electrical engineering work in planning for operations and implementing projects in the power generation and/or transmission/distribution of electric energy at the Board of Public Utilities. It includes supervising the operation and maintenance of high pressure steam boilers, turbine-generators, an LM 6000 gas turbine and auxiliary equipment. May also supervise the maintenance and repair of electrical distribution lines, substations and T&D infrastructure. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the T&D Manager or Power Plant Supervisor.

Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and at least one academic course in power systems at time of application is required. Such a course must include knowledge and theory of transmission, distribution or generation of power. In addition, at least four (4) years of relevant job experience is desired but not required. City of Jamestown residents will be given preference among equally qualified candidates. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Interested, qualified candidates should send resume and salary requirements to:

David W. Watkins, Director of Human Resources
P.O. Box 700
Jamestown, NY 14702-0700

or by e-mail to:
dwatkins@jamestownbpu.com