Electrical Engineer II/Electrical Engineer I (P7/P9)
Brookhaven National Laboratory
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Posted: 19-Apr-23
Location: Upton, New York
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 7540_en-us
The Modernization Project Office (MPO) is seeking an experienced electrical engineering professional with a minimum of seven years of power and low voltage design engineering experience in commercial and institutional building applications.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform layout and design of lighting, power distribution systems (less than 600 volts), lighting controls, grounding, voice/data (copper and fiber optic) communications, and fire alarm for construction and renovation projects across the Lab
Analyze complex engineering problems and offer effective and efficient resolutions to management/project manager in a timely manner while working on several projects at once
Develop electrical construction bid documents including single line and three-line drawings, relaying schematics, equipment layouts, underground distribution duct banks, equipment schedules, conduit routing, distribution, and motor control schemes
Perform construction related activities including the review of shop drawing submittals and preparation of Request for Information (RFI) responses
Prepare detailed cost estimates, perform calculations, conduct site visits before and during construction to identify issues and recommend field modifications depending on site conditions
Provide assistance to project managers
The selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate professional level dependent upon depth and breadth of relevant knowledge and skills, as well as years of relevant experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
At least seven (7) years progressively responsible experience in power systems design
Experience in the layout and design of lighting, power distribution systems (less than 600 volts), lighting controls, grounding, voice / data (copper and fiber optic) communications, and fire alarm for industrial, commercial, and laboratory projects.
Experience with the AE design process and the development of detailed specifications leading to construction documents
Broad knowledge of building electrical systems and knowledge of control systems associated with HVAC systems and building environmental controls
Detailed knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC- NFPA 70) and other NFPA codes relevant to power systems, safety and applicable industry and client standards
Knowledge in the preparation of load calculations, short-circuit availability, arc flash mitigation, motor-starting, and other electrical power distribution and lighting calculations to support the design projects
Knowledge of lighting and power system design, including sizing of transformers, panelboards, switchgear, feeders, and control systems associated with starters, VFD's, for HVAC systems
Excellent teamwork and customer communications skills
Proficient in the use of AutoCAD to produce design drawings and sketches
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Advanced degree (such as Masters' degree in Electrical Engineering) and/or a professional engineering license or Engineer-In-Training status in New York State
Project Management Professional Certification
Ability to model drawings in Revit
Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:
Hand / eye coordination
Mocerate lifting (up to 30 lbs)
Ability to climb a ladder to worik at heights greater than 5 feet.
OTHER INFORMATION:
Valid NYS Driver's License is required
Visa spoonsorship wil not be offered for this position
This is an on-site position eligible for consideration of flexible work arrangement (hybrid telework) at the discretion of the department manager
At Brookhaven National Laboratory, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:
Brookhaven National Laboratory is a multipurpose research institution funded primarily by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science. Located on the center of Long Island, New York, Brookhaven Lab brings world-class facilities and expertise to the most exciting and important questions in basic and applied science—from the birth of our universe to the sustainable energy technology of tomorrow. We operate cutting-edge large-scale facilities for studies in physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, applied science, and a wide range of advanced technologies. The Laboratory's almost 3,000 scientists, engineers, and support staff are joined each year by more than 4,000 visiting researchers from around the world. Our award-winning history, including seven Nobel Prizes, stretches back to 1947, and we continue to unravel mysteries from the nanoscale to the cosmic scale, and everything in between. Brookhaven is operated and managed by Brookhaven Science Associates, which was founded by the Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University, and Battelle, a nonprofit applied science and technology organization.
