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Job Description
We have an opening for a Licensed Electrical Engineer who will prepare construction documents for new construction remodeling and modifications of facilities and infrastructure at LLNL. This position is in the Project Management Office (PMO).
The Project Management Office (PMO) provides LLNL with engineering design estimating construction and project management services. PMO provides infrastructure services to enable cutting-edge research and development in the areas of defense technologies global security laser science bioscience and more. PMO offers cradle to grave infrastructure services to achieve reliable delivery of completed projects with priority on safety collaboration and a workforce working toward our shared vision.
You will
- Conduct the designing cutting-edge electrical systems for a variety of building projects including power distribution lighting grounding and ensuring they meet the highest standards for safety and efficiency.
- Develop detailed technical drawings specifications and calculations (e.g. load flow branch short circuit arc flash system reliability relay coordination motor starting etc.).
- Review designs prepared by subcontracted engineers for code compliance and constructability.
- Determine functional electrical requirements for new or modified specialized equipment and support systems perform electrical engineering calculations for short-circuit analysis of facility power distribution systems and arc flash safety analysis using SKM and Agi32 for lighting.
- Utilize your expertise and independent judgement in the National Electric Code (NEC) to craft electrical solutions for new constructions remodels and expansions transforming conventional office and laboratory spaces into state-of-the-art facilities supporting the laboratory mission.
- Represent the Project Management Organization in providing solutions to a diverse range of moderate to complex facility electrical technical issues and/or problems. Foster cooperative relationships with stakeholders and partner with top electrical supply vendors to specify and procure electrical components.
- Lead multiple complex electrical projects managing everything from technical criteria and budgets to schedules and deliverables. Perform independent technical tasks associated with the engineering planning design and construction of projects associated with LLNLs electrical infrastructure.
- Provide engineering support during construction by reviewing submittals and shop drawings responding to contractor questions evaluating change order requests resolving field problems and performing inspections. Support LLNL electricians and field crews by resolving field questions helping to coordinate the selection procurement and delivery of construction materials.
- Use AutoCAD and Revit to prepare electrical construction packages.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional job responsibilities at the TSS.4 level
- Develop construction documents for designs including construction drawings construction specifications and procurement specifications for the pre-purchase of LLNL furnished equipment. Analyze construction documents prepared by both internal staff and external A/E firms and ensure conformance with applicable Building Codes and LLNL Standards.
- Prepare procurement documents for the subcontracting of outside consultant Architectural/Engineering (A/E) services to supplement internal engineering capability. Manage the outside A/E contracts including preparing project scopes technical criteria engineering design estimates and schedules.
Qualifications :
- Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
- Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or an equivalent combination of education and at least ten years of electrical engineering design experience in an architectural/engineering consulting firm.
- Professional registration as an Electrical Engineer.
- Advanced knowledge and experience in design work with the application of electrical power distribution system components such as transformers switchgears switchboards distribution panelboards motor control centers automatic transfer switches uninterrupted power sources backup generators lighting and grounding systems.
- Experience preparing electrical one-line diagrams load studies branch and short-circuit analysis arc flash calculations electrical building layouts area classification drawings and size relative electrical equipment.
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate in a team environment and present technical information to project managers and stakeholders.
- Advanced knowledge in the following:
- California Electrical Code and Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24).
- National Electrical Code (NEC).
- 12 and 13.8kV electrical utility systems.
- Software Skills
- Experience using AutoCAD and Revit to prepare design drawings.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
Additional Qualifications at the TSS.4 Level
- Familiarity with the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101) and the Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace (NFPA 70E)
Qualifications We Desire
- Experience using SKM Power Tools and Agi32 for lighting studies and design.
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Position Information
This is a Career Indefinite position open to Lab employees and external candidates.
Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
- Included in 2025 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
- Flexible Benefits Package
- 401(k)
- Relocation Assistance
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
- Our values - visit Clearance
This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.
Pre-Employment Drug Test
External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
