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Holiday Dinner 2013

2013-11-19T09:00:00.000-08:00

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SHPE Interview on Radio WADO Oct 2013

2013-11-18T21:45:00.002-08:00

Our SHPE interview on Radio WADO 1280AM. Special thanks to Luisa and Leony!
(Airdate: October 3, 2013)

SHPE-NYC Networking Event - Levantate and Startup

2013-06-12T13:00:00.000-07:00

Join us for our next professional networking event; Levantate and Startup - A Latino perspective on entrepreneurship in the technology world. Network with our SHPE familia of members, supporters and corporate friends as our very own SHPE members will share their experiences on entrepreneurship, technology and the New York City startup scene.

Event details
Thursday, June 27, 2013
5:30pm - 9:00pm
Registration link

Agenda
5:30pm - Networking and appetizers
6:30pm - Guest Speakers
7:30pm - more Networking!

Moderator
Tanzina Vega
Multimedia Journalist, The New York Times

Panelists
Alexander Fernandez
CEO, Streamline Media Group

Luis Miranda
Co-founder, SceneNearMe

Emil Diaz
Senior Software Engineer, CourseHorse

Adriana Henriquez
Director of Business Development, Go Green Ride

Special thanks to our host:

STEM Toy Drive 2012

2012-12-09T23:08:00.001-08:00

For the last 4 years SHPE-NYC has hosted a toy drive, in conjunction with our holiday dinner, to raise gifts for needy children in the community. Last year SHPE-NYC launched a new initiative, our STEM Toy drive, where we donated over 100 STEM toys to elementary school children in New York City.

The goal of the STEM Toy Drive is to focus our efforts on toys that will help to promote STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education among the youth within our Hispanic community. We hope these STEM toys will help to spark interest in the next generation of Engineers and Technologists!

Curious for examples of STEM Toys? SHPE-NYC has developed one of the first STEM Toys lists on Amazon and various other site. Follow the links for more details:
Toys "R" US: link
Amazon: link

We want to show kids that STEM can be fun! Do you have a suggestion for toys that should be added to our list? Leave us a comment or send us an email at: info@shpe-nyc.org

SHPE-NYC 2011 Year in Review

2011-12-28T08:49:00.000-08:00

Good morning SHPE-NYC family, friends and supporters! What was your favorite SHPE-NYC event or moment from this past year? Below are some of ours.

Holiday Banquet Speakers 2011

2011-11-30T15:37:00.001-08:00

SHPE-NYC is pleased to announce the speakers for the 2011 Annual Holiday Banquet and Toy Drive. We are thrilled that these speakers want to speak directly to our members, our families and all our supporters.

Enrique Mejorada
Vice President - Risk Management and Chief Risk Officer, PSEG

Mr. Mejorada is responsible for implementing corporate risk management strategy and evaluating and addressing risk across all PSEG businesses. Read full bio here.

Lillian Rodriguez Lopez
President, Hispanic Federation

Lillian Rodríguez López serves as President of the Hispanic Federation, a non-profit membership organization serving close to 100 Latino health and human service agencies in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania.
Read a full bio here.

Carlos D. Torres
Vice President Emergency Management, Con Edison

As the vice president of Emergency Management, Mr. Torres oversees the corporation’s focus on instituting emergency management principles in all its operations. Read full bio here.

Infographics were all the Rage this Year...

2011-11-27T14:14:00.001-08:00

...so we got one too. Shout out to our marketing consultant Alex Torres!

SHPE-NYC 2011 - Infographic

Let us know what you think in the comments below or share some of your favorite infographics from 2011.

SHPE-NYC 2011 Scholarship Application

2011-11-22T15:20:00.000-08:00

The SHPE-NYC 2011 Scholarship Application is now available!

If you are or know a student studying studying science, technology, engineering or mathematics, from one of the schools below, apply TODAY!

Scholarship awards range from $500 to $1,000.

The submission deadline is Monday, December 5th.

High Schools include:

Philip Randolph High School
Brooklyn Technical High School
Bronx Engineering Technology Academy
City Polytechnic High School
Manhattan Bridges High School

Undergraduate Colleges include:

City College of New York
Columbia University
Polytechnic Institute of New York University
Rutgers University
Stony Brook University
Hofstra University
Manhattan College
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Stevens Institute of Technology

See full details and download the application from: shpe-nyc.org/scholarship

SHPE-NYC 2011 Holiday Banquet

2011-11-22T08:10:00.000-08:00

Join us for the SHPE-NYC Annual Holiday Banquet featuring our STEM Toy Drive and Scholarship Awards!

Join us as we celebrate the holidays with our Annual Holiday Banquet. This is our premier event of the year. Don't miss out! The evening will consist of networking, dinner, inspiring speakers, scholarship awards and our STEM Toy Drive. We welcome All SHPE members, supporters, friends and family to attend!

Our Toy Drive has been a very successful component of the event for many years. The act of "giving back" is fundamental to many of our programs and activities. This year we are focusing our drive on toys that will help to promote STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) among our Hispanic youth. We hope these STEM toys will help to spark interest in the next generation of Engineers and Technologists. With your support we will continue our tradition of "giving back" for years to come. Take a moment to view the appreciative thank you notes we have received over the years from children who have benefited from our toy drives. Read more on our STEM Toy initiative here.

Our scholarship is now in it's 3rd year. The scholarship is focused on helping local college and HS students who are actively supporting the SHPE mission. You can help support our scholarship by making a donation. For more information: shpe-nyc.org/scholarship

Friday, December 9th, 6:00 – 10:00 pm

Con Edison Auditorium, 4 Irving Place, 19th Floor

New York, NY 10013

SHPE-NYC Professional Members – FREE (STEM Toy donation required)

SHPE Student Members – $5 (STEM Toy donation required)

Non-members & Guests – $25 (Toy Donation Suggested)

RSVP Today!

Note: Dress attire is business casual, no sneakers or jeans.

Announcing the SHPE-NYC STEM Toy Drive

2011-11-21T14:49:00.000-08:00

Every year SHPE-NYC hosts a toy drive, in conjunction with our holiday banquet, to raise gifts for needy children in the community. This year we are focusing our toy drive on toys that will help to promote STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) among our Hispanic youth. We hope these STEM toys will help to spark interest in the next generation of Engineers and Technologists. Your support can help grow the pipeline of children who will become future Engineers!

Looking for suggestions on STEM Toys? SHPE-NYC has developed the first STEM Toys list on Amazon: shpenyc.org/stemtoylist

We want to show kids that STEM can be fun! Do you have a suggestion for toys that should be added to our list? Leave us a comment or send us an email at: info@shpe-nyc.org

Save the date - SHPE-NYC Holiday Banquet on Dec 9th

2011-11-15T09:00:00.000-08:00

Save the Date!
SHPE-NYC Annual Holiday Banquet
featuring our STEM Toy Drive and Scholarship Awards
Friday, December 9, 2011
6:00pm - 9:00pm

SHPE-NYC member featured in PSEG corporate publication

2011-09-21T09:06:00.000-07:00

Johny Lopez: Power’s triple threat
By Melissa Ficuciello
(Originally printed in the publication: PSEG Outlook, September 2011)

In the nine short years that Johny Lopez has been with PSEG, he has hit the Power trifecta… having worked for PSEG Nuclear, PSEG Fossil, and PSEG energy resources & trade (ER&T). While a student at the University of Rochester, where he earned a biomedical engineering degree – with a mechanical engineering concentration – in 2002, Lopez was recruited for a mechanical engineering job at Salem and Hope Creek during a Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers career conference. A long-time resident of New York City (born in Colombia, South America), Lopez relocated south to Pennsville, N.J., then to Delaware, eventually settling back in Harrison, N.J.

By then, Lopez was working as a financial analyst at Hudson generating station. “During my time there, I had a mentor in the company who coached me on how to successfully transition from engineering to finance,” Lopez said. At the time, Hudson was going through approvals for the Back-end technology project, so he learned a great deal about the business. Within a few years, Lopez transitioned again to ER&T’s trading floor as an asset optimization (portfolio) analyst. There, he develops strategies with his group to optimize the most value from the $2.3 billion PJM portfolio.

“In a typical day, we work to capture the most value from our 11,600 MW generation fleet in the energy and ancillary markets,” Lopez explained. He also manages and optimizes the company position as it relates to generation, load and hedges. “There’s a great learning curve involved in capturing this very complex business model,” Lopez said. “The strategies that our group implements directly contribute to PSEG’s gross margin and have helped PSEG Power to perform well this year, as well as in 2010.”

Lopez finds that every day brings different challenges, as the market conditions change daily. this helps him stay engaged in his job. “It’s helpful to use my problem-solving skills to understand the fundamentals of the market and develop strategies to optimize our fleet,” he said.

While his on-the-job hours are filled with a fair amount of intensity and stress, Lopez likes to chill from the work day by spending time with his wife, Monica, and their 22-month-old son, Julian – as well as play soccer and watch movies. “While I work hard, I enjoy my job,” Lopez said. “My wife and family are very supportive of my work demands. So when I have time off, I try to have as much fun as possible to keep the balance.”

For the past three years, Lopez has been active with Adelante, PSEG’s Hispanic diversity employee resource group. He currently is the group’s chairperson. “Adelante promotes Hispanic growth within PSEG, as well as in the communities it serves, by hosting professional development events that improve the skill sets of our members,” Lopez said. “We also put a big emphasis on outreach activities that promote education in the Hispanic community, including public speaking at local schools and youth mentoring,” Adelante supports Hispanic Heritage month annually, which runs from Sept. 15-oct. 15. During this time, people recognize the contributions of Hispanic Americans in the U.S. and celebrate Hispanic heritage and culture.

Prior to chairing Adelante, Lopez served as president of the Society of Hispanic Professional engineers for two years, and remains a member. “As president, the chapter made significant improvements and, with the support of its board of directors, the chapter grew to the best in the nation,” Lopez said.

As PSEG continues its quest to be an employer of choice, what keeps a young professional such as Johny Lopez challenged and engaged on the job? “When I was hired nine years ago, the company offered competitive pay and had a solid reputation in the community. it has some excellent initiatives in place to attract a diverse workforce, and good rotational and development programs,” he said. “I would continue my career here as long as I felt valued and was given opportunities to keep growing professionally. Right now, there are plenty of opportunities here for those who want to take them.”

Goldman Sachs Undergraduate Engineers Summit

2011-09-19T23:19:00.000-07:00

At Goldman Sachs, diversity isn’t an initiative. It’s part of our culture. Having an inclusive environment gives us access to the best talent, without restriction. Talent that helps us find innovative solutions for clients across the globe. That’s not just a good story. It’s good business. So if you’re looking for an environment where you feel welcomed — and valued — look no further. Learn more at gs.com/careers

Goldman Sachs invites you to apply to

Goldman Sachs Undergraduate Engineers Summit

The Goldman Sachs Undergraduate Engineers Summit is a one day program for engineering students that are interested in learning about internship opportunities at the firm. The program will include an overview of the firm’s history and culture, career workshops and networking opportunities with Goldman Sachs professionals. This event is open to sophomores and juniors studying science, technology, engineering or math.

Goldman Sachs Undergraduate Engineers Summit
Date: Friday, October 7, 2011

Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Venue: GS Offices, New York City

Apply Now

To indicate an interest in participating, please apply online by Monday, September 26, 2011.

Visit our Events portal at https://goldmansachs.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/system-51/candidate and search for “Goldman Sachs Undergraduate Engineers Summit.”

Selected participants will be notified by Friday, September 30, 2011.

Questions? Contact firmwidediversityrecruiting@gs.com

PSEG Career Opportunity - Staff Engineer

2011-09-19T22:49:00.000-07:00

PSEG Career Opportunity

Staff Engineer

This is a multi-level position; the title and grade level assigned to the successful candidate will be determined by assessing skills and related experience, based upon results from the interview process.

Electric Delivery Planning seeks to recruit a highly motivated candidate who demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence and understands the vital importance of personal accountability. Work functions include power system simulation studies to determine the feasibility and scope for proposed transmission and distribution projects, Sub-transmission reinforcements and 69-kv network enhancements. Performs technical and economic studies to evaluate Substation, Switching Station and Sub-transmission load relief alternatives including the addition of capacitors, transformers or load transfers and establishes the need for new Substations and Switching Stations. Prepares an annual ten year Substation and Switching Station load forecast and defines long-term system plans and load relief programs. Guides and trains others when so directed. Reviews construction budgets for Sub-transmission and Substation load relief projects and performs engineering analysis to evaluate the timing of system reinforcements to ensure the reliability and economic operation of the transmission and distribution power system. Performs reasonably complex power system engineering studies to determine the transmission and distribution system limitations (thermal, voltage, and short-circuit) and analyzes potential operating limitations and develops operating procedures to guide system operators.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Requires a working knowledge of power flow and short circuit analysis concepts.
• Knowledge of Substation, Switching Station and Sub-transmission Planning.
• Must have fundamental knowledge and understanding of power engineering principles, including the utilization of analytical tools commonly used to analyze the performance of electrical systems.
• Must have knowledge of utility industry related tools, such as proficiency with MS Office products, PSS/E Load Flow analysis, Short Circuit analysis (ASPEN) and a working understanding of database applications.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are required.
• Must have the ability to understand and prepare one-line diagrams.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must foster an inclusive work environment and respects all aspects of diversity
• Must demonstrate and value differences in others' strengths, perspectives, approaches, and personal choices

Desired:
• MS in Electrical Engineering.
• PE License.
• Knowledge of the PJM and neighboring bulk power systems.

To Apply for this position:
Please apply directly at www.pseg.com/careers and send a copy of your cover letter and resume directly to Marisa.Chambers@pseg.com. Please mention in the email that you are from SHPE-NYC.

We would like to thank PSEG for their continued support to SHPE-NYC as a corporate sponsor.

PSEG Career Opportunity - Principal Staff Engineer

2011-09-19T22:45:00.000-07:00

PSEG Career Opportunity

Principal Staff Engineer

This is a more senior position in Electric and Gas Asset Strategy within the Asset Management and Centralized Services organization, utilizing a broad knowledge of business and engineering principles and practices acquired through progressive experience. Must demonstrate strong leadership and/or supervisory skills.

The successful candidate could be assigned to one of the following groups based on experience and business needs:

Engineering and Design:
Provide engineering support under the direction of others for electrical capital projects for switching and substations of voltage class from 4 kV to 500 kV from concept to successful completion in terms of safety, reliability, timely completion and within scope and budget. Responsibility includes, but not limited to the following: Develop scoping documents and prepare estimates based on the project schedule. Assist in the development of economical/reliable station layout and one line control drawings during initial phase of the project; assist in the development of project schedule. Calculate equipment ratings and provide input in developing specifications for equipment purchase. Ability to perform electrical calculations for substation grounding, battery sizing, lightning protection, voltage drop, short circuit analysis, Station Light & Power transformer sizing etc. Job responsibilities include on call 7 days, 24 hours response to system emergencies. Review and approve licensing packages for obtaining permits and construction drawings to assure all engineering standards, construction standards and safety codes are met. Review and provide comments and approve control and layout constructions drawings.

System Protection:
Develop protection plan, control one line, perform relay setting calculations, engineering studies, analyses and interpretations. Provide technical assistance to field personnel and provide technical assistance in implementing special programs and new techniques for existing products/technologies. Prepare specifications and standards for equipment and its installation. Expand knowledge of relay maintenance and Company operations through development programs and on-the-job training. Oversee special projects involving technical, field personnel, consultants, and contractors. Perform “trip” analysis to determine correct relay operation during failures.

System Reliability:
Operate and maintain the ESOC Energy Management System (EMS) infrastructure, the Distribution SCADA infrastructure in a manner that provides accurate system operating status. Provide effective NERC CIP compliance support, including configuration control and cyber security testing.

Electric Asset Strategy:
T&D Asset Life Cycle strategy and plan, Integration of OP, IP, Transmission overhead and underground lifecycle strategies and substation and transmission equipment ratings and design to ensure reliability. T&D System reliability analysis, T&D System Health and Risk Management, T&D System Maintenance strategy and plan. Plans include maintenance policies/strategies, design specifications, operating ratings and standards, replacement strategies and plans, assessment of risk.

Electric Technical Support:
Develop lifecycle plans and maintenance and operating standards for Inside Plant, Outside Plant, Transmission, Sub-transmission and Distribution. Define maintenance, replacement and refurbishment requirements for each asset type. Work closely with Asset Strategy to endure designs meet intended results. Provide Technical Support services involving complex Substation and Distribution Overhead and Underground power systems to strategic customers and to all four electric delivery operating divisions. Support the extensive capital infrastructure replacement program by providing engineering and technical services, equipment technical specifications, equipment ratings, manufacturing, installation and commissioning standards for new substations. Provide expertise on the operability/condition of equipment. Conduct equipment failure analysis and define subsequent corrective action.

Transmission Design and Engineering:
Design and cost estimate Electric Transmission Outside Plant. Provide UG Transmission Construction Supervision and Support. Transmission ROW specifications and control, fault evaluations, circuit ratings, Standards, material recommendations and requisitions, maintenance specifications.

Required:
• B.S in Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree or technical experience
• Five to eight years of electrical utility experience and knowledge of electrical substations and switching stations equipment, e.g., transformers, circuit breakers, medium voltage switchgear, regulators, capacitor banks, disconnect switches and associated electrical system for switching and substations and or outside plant electric distribution and/or transmission systems.
• Applicant must have effective problem-solving and decision-making skills, strong planning and organizing skills, must be adaptable and be results-oriented.
• Clear and concise writing and verbal communications skills are essential.
• On call 24/7 hours to handle emergency replacement work and assist during system emergency situation.
• Must have a valid drivers license
• Must foster an inclusive work environment and respects all aspects of diversity
• Must demonstrate and value differences in others' strengths, perspectives, approaches, and personal choices

Desired:
• Advanced degree or technical training, P.E license.
• Familiarity with utility best practices, IEEE, ASME, NESC and NEMA Standards.
• Candidate requires knowledge of company or other industry engineering and design standards.
• Experience in working on electrical layout, one line control, controls schematics for protective relays, alarms, auxiliary power, SCADA and metering circuits in order to effectively support projects.
• Experience with modern protective equipment such as microprocessor relays, substation data concentrators, digital fault recorders, etc.

To Apply for this position:
Please apply directly at www.pseg.com/careers and send a copy of your cover letter and resume directly to Marisa.Chambers@pseg.com. Please mention in the email that you are from SHPE-NYC.

We would like to thank PSEG for their continued support to SHPE-NYC as a corporate sponsor.

PSEG Career Opportunity - Principal Controls Engineer - Scheduling

2011-09-19T22:36:00.000-07:00

PSEG Career Opportunity
Principal Controls Engineer - Scheduling

This is a multi-level growth series position (Grade Level 6/7/8). The title, grade level and incentive target assigned to the successful candidate will be determined by assessing skills and related experience, learned through the interview process, as they meet the criteria defined below.

The associate in this position will provide technical/analytical and functional support in the area of project management, project controls, and construction management processes for the Delivery Projects & Construction (DP&C) Organization.

The associate in this position will possess skills and expertise in the following areas: Project Scope coordination and analysis; Project Execution Plan preparation, coordination, & monitoring, Project Estimate preparation and coordination, Work package review; Project Schedule development; Critical path analysis; Contractor coordination and management; Project management assistance; Integrated cost and scheduling; Total Project & Annual Budget development; Financial analysis; Cost accounting and forecasting; Variance analysis; Performance reporting; Project change management; Risk & Contingency planning and root cause analysis; direct supervision of internal resources engaged on project work which would include annual performance management in addition to oversight of external resources to execute project work.

Develop and implement standard cost, schedule and risk programs, processes and practices to ensure Design and Construction projects are performed in accordance with approved budgets and schedules.

Develop, coordinate, and maintain detailed project schedules for individual projects and for the DP&C project portfolio within Primavera P6. Facilitate schedule development and maintenance with the full project team (i.e. engineering, licensing and permitting, procurement, construction, etc.) Analyze schedule information and provide project teams with recommended corrective action to ensure projects meet required in service dates. Prepare detailed schedule reports as required (i.e. critical path view, baseline vs. actual view, look ahead view, milestone view, “what-if” scenarios, etc.).

Develop, coordinate and maintain financial, schedule, estimate, budget, resource, procurement and other data within Primavera P6 and other databases and query tools for individual projects and for the DP&C project portfolio. Develop, coordinate and maintain status reporting and executive dashboards for the financial aspects and schedules for DP&C projects within Primavera P6, including performance indices such as CPI, SPI, and other Key Performance Indices (KPI’s).

Maintain and apply working knowledge of PSEG Standards for Business Controls and meet management’s expectations for effective internal business controls.

Required:

BS in Engineering, Construction, or Business discipline or equivalent experience
5 to 10 years of Project Controls experience (project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring & controlling, closeout) field or home office
5 to 10 years of Project Management Scheduling concepts (Activity Definition and Sequencing, Resource Estimating, Activity Duration Estimating, CPM and Baseline analysis, Earned Value, etc.)
3 to 5 years of experience with Enterprise Portfolio Scheduling Software tools (Primavera P5, P6)
3 to 5 years Experience with ERP systems for identifying and reporting actual costs posted to projects
Experience with Cost Engineering concepts (project estimating, forecasting, cost controls and variance reporting)
Experience with Integrated Data Management Tools such as Crystal Reports, MS Excel, MS Access, Business Objects, Xcelsius, Oracle, etc.
Must be a self starter capable of seeking out project related information from Project Stakeholders.
Capable of making presentations to project stakeholders and Management.
Must have a valid drivers’ license

Desired:

Project Management Professional Certification (PMP)
Experience in a project, construction or industrial business environment
Experience in Utility Operations; Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley
Experience with Financial Analysis and Managerial Accounting with SAP
Business Planning and Budgeting experience.
Personnel management (supervisory) skills; Communications; Business and technical writing experience.
Candidates must take personal accountability for actions and results; strive for personal and departmental continuous improvement; focus on measurement of results and demonstrate PSEG Values & Behaviors.

We would like to thank PSEG for their continued support to SHPE-NYC as a corporate sponsor.

Enjoy "Ammunition: Essentials of Leadership" and support the SHPE-NYC Scholarship program at the same time

2011-07-06T15:00:00.000-07:00

At our networking event last week, our guest speaker, Alex Pelaez, offered SHPE-NYC supporters a special promotion. Alex is continuing to offer a signed copy of his latest book: "Ammunition: Essentials of Leadership" for $19.99. Proceeds of your purchase will benefit our SHPE-NYC Scholarship program for High School and College students. You can read more about the book on Amazon: http://bit.ly/1oVcrD.

To place your order, just send an email to info@shpe-nyc.org.
All orders must be in by this Sunday, July 10th, at midnight.

Additional info: Mr. Pelaez is an Executive leader, motivational speaker, published author and university educator focused on strategy and leadership concepts. Read more about Alex Pelaez here.

Northrop Grumman Opportunity - Applications Systems Engineer - Engineer Systems 2

2011-06-07T12:04:00.000-07:00

Applications Systems Engineer - Engineer Systems 2

Requisition ID: 11011746

Business Sector: Information Systems

Location: United States-New York-Brooklyn

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Relocation Assistance: No relocation assistance available

Clearance Type: None

Number of Openings: 1

Shift: 1st Shift

Description:

Join the Northrop Grumman Information Systems team of men and women that solve some of the world’s most complex technical challenges. We are currently seeking a Systems Engineer for our New York City Wireless Network (NYCWiN) project, a secure, private UMTS broadband wireless network in use by the City’s emergency response, public safety, and public service agencies. The selected candidate would be part of the NYCWiN Applications Support team, responsible for integrating and maintaining the client devices, services and web applications that run on the network.

This position requires troubleshooting and resolution of production issues, integrating and testing 3rd party hardware and software, deploying updates to existing applications, and developing solutions for unique technical challenges. Candidate will be working in a team environment and interface with interdisciplinary engineering teams as well as the customer and

user communities. If you are a creative problem solver, fast learner, and enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, this position may be right for you.

Roles and Responsibilities:

- Support the installation, testing, operation, maintenance, and repair of NYCWiN application services and devices

- Develop automated tools for monitoring application services, application health checks and standard troubleshooting tasks

- Debug application software and perform data analysis

- Perform operations and maintenance tasks including writing RCAs, RMAs, configuration and version control, application performance analysis

- Develop and execute detailed test procedures

- Build upon existing applications knowledge base

- Provide 24x7 on-call support for applications on a rotating basis

- Provide technical inputs and support information/requirements gathering activities for new application solutions

Basic Qualifications:

- Strong analytical as well as verbal and written communication skills are required.

- Candidate must possess practical working knowledge of broadband wireless data application integration and apply a balance of both hardware and software engineering skills.

- Experience with a subset of the following will be required for development of automation tools and debug efforts: .NET, ASP, VB, and C.

- Background in wireless systems or networking technologies

- Minimum 2 years experience in software development using OOP

- Experienced in .NET, VB and/or ASP language

- Experience with relational databases

- Excellent troubleshooting skills

- Must demonstrate good leadership skills

- Respond to any additional needs from NG management.

- Must be willing to travel to customer sites within the 5 boroughs when required.

- Valid driver’s license required.

Education:

- MS or BS degree (Computer Engineering or Computer Science preferred)

- MS or BS in the following areas with demonstrated software development experience/coursework may also apply: Information Systems/Security/Technology, Electrical Engineering, Physics or Mathematics

Preferred Qualifications:

- Understanding of GPS technology, client/server applications

- Knowledge of basic Linux scripting and writing SQL queries

- Experience with Windows 2003/2008 server

- Must demonstrate interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team environment

- Ability to analyze and identify patterns quickly

- Balance of analytic and intuitive decision making

- Capable of meeting demands in a stressful environment

- Excellent customer support skills

- Professional oral and written communication skills

- Understanding of TCP/IP family of protocols

- An understanding of public safety concepts of operations

Northrop Grumman Corporation is a leading global security company whose 75,000 employees provide innovative systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems and technical services to government and commercial customers worldwide.

To apply, please visit the Northrop Grumman careers site at:

http://careers.northropgrumman.com/index.html and under experienced professionals, search for req 11011746.

SHPE-NYC Board Members Give Back to CCNY LAESA-SHPE Chapter

2011-05-24T18:39:00.000-07:00

On May 13th, 2011, the CCNY LAESA-SHPE chapter celebrated their 27th Annual End of the Year Gala Banquet. Every year they come together to celebrate another successful year in LAESA-SHPE's history. Attendees included current members, professionals, faculty members, and alumni.

In recapping their awesome accomplishments throughout the year, they also reached to SHPE-NYC to highlight some our contributions to the student chapter.

Leony Rosa (pictured on the left) was the Keynote Speaker for the event. Below are the some special words the CCNY board wanted to share with Leony.

"He holds a Masters in Electrical Engineering and he is the SHPE-NYC Finance VP and also the recipient of the SHPE 2010 Professional Role Model (SHPE Technical Achievement Recognition) STAR award. As an alumni of LAESA-SHPE, he holds a special place in all our hearts, and inspires all of us."

Every year, CCNY also hands out an "Alumni of the Year" award. Congrats to our president Edward Montenegro (pictured on the right) for the award! Below are some special words the board had to describe their alumnus.

"The following individual is a very dear friend to all us here in the Executive Board. He has been with us from the very beginning guiding us every step of the way. There are not enough words to express how we feel about this person; he is a true inspiration and a role model. His wiliness to help and give back makes him an outstanding person in our eyes. We are still amazed at how he accomplishes so much. For all these reason it warms our heart to give the Alumni of the Year Award to Edward “Superman” Montenegro."

Congrats to Leony and Edward for their recognition, and most importantly, congrats to LAESA-SHPE for 27 years of dedicated service to the Hispanic Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math students at CCNY!

PSEG Career Opportunity - Director IT Strategy in Newark, NJ

2011-05-24T17:24:00.000-07:00

Req#: 12183BR
Title: Director IT Strategy
Location: Corporate Headquarters - Newark NJ (0014)
Job Function: Information Technology

This position is a direct report to the Vice President IT & Chief Information Officer and a member of the Information Technology Senior Leadership Team. Provides PSEG business units with the technology vision and leadership to assure the timely, innovative and cost-effective use of technology in order to achieve the firm’s desired outcomes, improve business productivity and enable business growth. Develop a strategic technology direction, long-term IT investment strategy, and a business applications/technology architecture aligned with business objectives and strategy to propel the company forward. Establish strong credibility and rapport, and develop relationships with the internal lines of business to promote trust and confidence in the technology leadership team. Establish value-enabling architecture management processes required to meet business objectives. Coordinate technology strategic planning, actively seeking ways to leverage the integration of business processes with applicable emerging technologies in order to improve and streamline operations and services in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related technical discipline
• At least fifteen years experience in the technology field, with solid experience in a senior management role leading a staff at least of ten senior technologists
• At least five years of experience in project management of major development projects
• Significant experience and knowledge in implementing computing architectures and networked computing structures as an employee of a large corporation
• Short- and long-term strategic planning expertise that produced innovative technology solutions for implementation across multiple disciplines
• Creative, strategic thinker/problem solver; ability to exercise independent judgment and creative problem-solving techniques in a highly complex environment using leading-edge technology and/or integrating diverse user systems
• Excellent oral and written communications skills with technical and non-technical clients; demonstrated ability to present and discuss complex technical information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others, and gains understanding and approval
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiating, and marketing skills to work with users, senior management, and external personnel on significant matters, often requiring coordinated activity across organizational lines
• Strong relationship building and relationship management skills, along with the ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse personalities across the organization on a variety of cross-functional projects
• Exceptional project management skills, effectively arranging resources and managing multiple small to large projects in a cross-functional environment

Desired characteristics:
• Graduate degree in Business or Management
• Knowledge of the Energy industry
• In depth experience with SAP, Trading systems. Risk management, and large enterprise systems

Please apply directly at www.pseg.com/careers and send a copy of your cover letter and
resume directly to Marisa.Chambers@pseg.com.

*Please mention in the email that you are from SHPE-NYC.

About US

The energy of Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) is our people! We offer employees opportunities to build careers working with skilled and dedicated people on some of the most important challenges of our time. We respect all aspects of diversity, valuing others’ strengths, perspectives, and approaches. PSEG, a diversified energy holding company with over $28 billion in assets, is one of the nation’s leading wholesale energy producers and most reliable electric and gas transmission and delivery utilities. PSEG has received numerous recognition awards for performance, safety, community support, diversity and the environment.

Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.

PSEG 2011 Career Opportunity - Staff Engineer (12232)

2011-05-12T07:48:00.000-07:00

This is a multi-level position; the title, grade level, and PIP target assigned to the successful candidate will be determined by assessing skills and related experience, based upon results from the interview process.

Note: Recent college graduates are encouraged to apply.

There are multiple positions available.

Work as an engineer in Electric and Gas Asset Strategy within the Asset Management and Centralized Services organization, utilizing a broad knowledge of business

and engineering principles and practices acquired through progressive experience.

The successful candidate could be assigned to one of the following groups based on experience and business needs:

Engineering and Design:

Provide engineering support under the direction of others for electrical capital projects for switching and substations of voltage class from 4 kV to 500 kV from

concept to successful completion in terms of safety, reliability, timely completion and within scope and budget.

Responsibility includes, but not limited to: Develop scoping documents and prepare estimates based on the project schedule. Assist in the development of

economical/reliable station layout and one line control drawings during initial phase of the project; assist in the development of project schedule. Calculate

equipment ratings and provide input in developing specifications for equipment purchase.

Ability to perform electrical calculations for substation grounding, battery sizing, lightning protection, voltage drop, short circuit analysis, Station Light & Power

transformer sizing etc. Job responsibilities include on call 7 days, 24 hours response to system emergencies.

Review and approve licensing packages for obtaining permits and construction drawings to assure all engineering standards, construction standards and safety codes

are met. Review and provide comments and approve control and layout constructions drawings.

System Protection:

Develop protection plan, control one line, perform relay setting calculations, engineering studies, analyses and interpretations. Provide technical assistance to field

personnel and provide technical assistance in implementing special programs and new techniques for existing products/technologies. Prepare specifications and

standards for equipment and its installation. Expand knowledge of relay maintenance and Company operations through development programs and on-the-job

training. Oversee special projects involving technical, field personnel, consultants, and contractors. Perform “trip” analysis to determine correct relay operation during

failures.

System Reliability:

Operate and maintain the ESOC Energy Management System (EMS) infrastructure, the Distribution SCADA infrastructure in a manner that provides accurate system

operating status. Provide effective NERC CIP compliance support, including configuration control and cyber security testing.

Electric Asset Strategy:

T&D Asset Life Cycle strategy and plan, Integration of OP, IP, Transmission overhead and underground lifecycle strategies and substation and transmission

equipment ratings and design to ensure reliability. T&D System reliability analysis, T&D System Health and Risk Management, T&D System Maintenance strategy and

plan. Plans include maintenance policies/strategies, design specifications, operating ratings and standards, replacement strategies and plans, assessment of risk.

Electric Technical Support:

Develop lifecycle plans and maintenance and operating standards for Inside Plant, Outside Plant, Transmission, Sub-transmission and Distribution. Define

maintenance, replacement and refurbishment requirements for each asset type. Work closely with Asset Strategy to endure designs meet intended results. Provide

Technical Support services involving complex Substation and Distribution Overhead and Underground power systems to strategic customers and to all four electric

delivery operating divisions. Support the extensive capital infrastructure replacement program by providing engineering and technical services, equipment technical

specifications, equipment ratings, manufacturing, installation and commissioning standards for new substations. Provide expertise on the operability/condition of

equipment. Conduct equipment failure analysis and define subsequent corrective action.

Transmission Design / Engineering:

Design and cost estimate Electric Transmission Outside Plant. Provide UG Transmission Construction Supervision and Support. Transmission ROW specifications and

control, fault evaluations, circuit ratings, Standards, material recommendations and requisitions, maintenance specifications.

Required:

• B.S in Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree or technical experience

• 0-5 years of electrical utility or plant experience and knowledge of electrical substations and switching stations equipment, e.g., transformers, circuit breakers,

medium voltage switchgear, regulators, capacitor banks, disconnect switches and associated electrical system for switching and substations and or outside plant

electric distribution and/or transmission systems.

• Applicant must have effective problem-solving and decision-making skills, strong planning and organizing skills, must be adaptable and be results-oriented.

• Clear and concise writing and verbal communications skills are essential.

• On call 24/7 hours to handle emergency replacement work and assist during system emergency situation.

• Must have a valid drivers license

• Must foster an inclusive work environment and respects all aspects of diversity

• Must demonstrate and value differences in others' strengths, perspectives, approaches, and personal choices

Desired:
• Advanced technical training or P.E license
• Familiarity with utility best practices, IEEE, ASME, NESC and NEMA Standards.
• Candidate requires knowledge of company or other industry engineering and design standards.
• Experience in working on electrical layout, one line control, controls schematics for protective relays, alarms, auxiliary power, SCADA and metering circuits in order
to effectively support projects.
• Experience with modern protective equipment such as microprocessor relays, substation data concentrators, digital fault recorders, etc.

To apply for this position:

Go to the PSEG career website
Search by keyword for "12232"
Apply online
Lastly, please email Marisa.Chambers@pseg.com including job title "Staff Engineer" (12232) and a copy of your resume. Please note that you are from SHPE-NYC.

SHPE-NYC Member earns PMP Certification

2011-05-07T09:14:00.000-07:00

Below is an excerpt from SHPE-NYC member Javier De Carlos, who has recently earned his PMP certification. Javier attended the SHPE National sponsored Management Growth Training (MGT) in 2010.

Every time I reach a new accomplishment I like to take a moment to think of the path that enabled me to achieve the goal. SHPE was the main catalyst in my PMP Certification. SHPE is comprised of excellent people and the best career fairs I've ever attended. I am a proud SHPE member since 2009, and have attended many of their high level professional development programs. I was accepted to attend the 2010 Management Growth Training, and it was the most motivational course I have ever attended.

The PMP is not just a mandatory certification in some job positions, it is also the best way to protect the Project Manager profession. It demonstrates that you have the knowledge and required professional experience. In my case, my university degree and professional experience has been augmented by my PMP Certification, as I continue to navigate my career path.

Javier De Carlos

SHPE-NYC Member

PMP

SHPE-NYC Awarded Most Valuable Professional Chapter at ETLC

2011-03-24T13:17:00.000-07:00

The Eastern Technical Leadership Conference took place this past weekend, March 17 to 21, at the University of Central Florida. Students and professionals from regions 4 and 7 took part in various technical and developmental workshops designed to enhance their skill sets and create future leaders. Participants had the opportunity to meet with sponsoring companies during the career fair which included, Morgan Stanley, P&G, Johnson and Johnson, W.L. Gore and Associates, and others.

Pilar Montoya, SHPE National CEO, hosted the Gala Banquet on Saturday evening where she motivated members to take their first step in reaching for their dreams. The keynote speech was given by past president of SHPE and current Board Chair of SHPE Foundation, Diana Gomez. She spoke about her family and past experiences which helped her become the leader she is today.

Several local chapters received recognition at the Gala banquet for outstanding achievements. Jose Fernandez, President of SHE at Rutgers University, received the award for Outstanding Chapter Region 4 on behalf of Rutgers. Daisy Gallegos, President of the SHPE chapter at NJIT, received the Most Valuable Student Member award for Region 4. The hosting chapter of the ETLC conference, SHPE UCF, won the Shark Pride Award for the second consecutive year. All three chapter representatives are shown below. CONGRATS!!!

Members of the SHPE-NYC Professional Chapter accepted the award for Region 4 Most Valuable Professional Chapter.

SHPE College Student Ana Avila Speaks at Manhattan College

2011-03-04T09:08:00.000-08:00

When Manhattan College president Brennan O'Donnell wanted a student to describe a typical student's life to the Manhattan College alumni at the college's 2011 De LaSalle Award and annual fundraiser, he turned to chemical engineering senior and Manhattan College SHPE president, Ana Avila. This year's audience at this year's dinner at the Pierre Hotel included New York City Police Commissioner Ray Kelly, former Coned CEO Eugene McGrath, Chairman of the Board and CEO and President of Valero Energy Bill Klesse, and various other current and former CEO's of major companies. Following her introduction by former FOX-TV anchor Jim Ryan and Mr. O'Donnel, Ana spoke gracefully as she described her personal and educational experiences as a Manhattan College student. Ana kept her composure despite being under the pressure of speaking in front of over 600 alumni, the press, CEO's, and a malfunctioning audio system. Kudos to Ana for a well received speech, and for giving thanks to the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers for being positive influence on her life."

On the reason as why Ana was chosen to speak at this event:

"The reason as to why I was chosen is because I had already spoken at a past event for the Fall Open house. The school liked the way I spoke, and I was told I spoke very naturally in front of parents and prospective high school students. This is something that honestly I marvel at, because all I can feel when I get in front of a crowd is the obnoxious pounding of my heart. I was the girl in high school that would turn tomato red whenever she needed to speak in class, but now with the help of SHPE and the Manhattan College family, I am able to speak to people, on a one to one basis, or in a large group."

Congrats Ana!

PSEG 2011 Career Opportunities

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PSEG currently has multiple openings from experienced professionals to those graduating in 2010/2011. Review the positions below and contact info@shpe-nyc.org if you are interested. Please include the reference number and job title in the email.

We would also like to thank PSEG for being a SHPE-NYC corporate sponsor this year.