Los Alamos National Laboratory · 2 days ago
Facility Electrical System Engineer 2/3
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$104K/yr - $172K/yr
3+ years expLos Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a skilled professional to join their Engineering Services Division as a Facility Electrical System Engineer. The role involves developing, maintaining, and applying engineering capabilities to provide innovative solutions for facility electrical systems, including power distribution and safety management.
Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Follow the LANL Conduct of Engineering (CoE) Program in support of facility modifications and facility configuration management
Assess, maintain, and upgrade facility power distribution systems
Lead the development and review of electrical engineering and designs for new and replacement equipment
Interface and coordinate with other engineering disciplines and the customer(s) to establish design requirements, scope, schedule, and cost
Qualify as Electrical Safety Officer and support work planning, hazard control, and abnormal event responses and investigation
Evaluate complex electrical challenges, identify risks, and develop creative solutions
Provide insights on electrical safety, power quality, system protection, and reliability improvements
Lead technical discussions, mentor junior engineers, and drive process improvements
Manage long-term operational and strategic planning for facility reinvestment and asset management
Qualification
Required
Combined experience related to the engineering, calculations, and design of facility electrical system, structures and components such as switchgear, switchboards, MCCs, motor starters / VFDs, Small UPS, panelboards, feeders, branch circuits, and short circuit analysis
Knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering principles, design guides and relevant standards
Experience in system and equipment installation and maintenance in accordance with National Codes and Standards such as IBC, IEBC, IEEE, NEC, and NFPA
Knowledge of engineering work planning, design change control and coordination
Knowledge of basic project engineering practices
Excellent verbal and written communication
Position requires a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and a minimum three (3) years of practical experience to the degree necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above
Preferred
Fundamentals of Engineer (FE) is desirable at the Engineer 2 level
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) is desirable at the Engineer 3 level
Demonstrated knowledge of DOE standards applicable to electrical design implementation
Experience with SKM Powertools Software or similar electrical system analysis software
Benefits
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Company
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security, is
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2023-08-16Grant
2023-05-19Grant
2023-01-17Grant
Leadership Team
Alex Delaney
R&D Engineer, Detonation Science and Technology
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