Electrical Power Systems Engineer

3 weeks ago

Upton, United States Brookhaven LAB Full time

Job Summary:

The Electrical Power Design and Operations Expert will be responsible for the engineering and operations/maintenance of the BNL transmission and distribution systems. This position will work closely with the Energy & Utilities Division Manager to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the electrical power systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, maintenance, and operation of large-scale facilities and systems including medium and low voltage electrical power transmission and distribution systems.
  • Develops drawings and contract bid specifications for electrical power systems.
  • Assists in the planned maintenance and outages on equipment located in utility plants and buildings.
  • Participates in reviewing and executing safety procedures, conduct of operations in a safe and conscientious manner, following safety rules, procedures, and actively participating in safety programs.
  • Writes or reviews electrical switching and safety procedures for line crew personnel.
  • Assists the supervisors of the utility plants in routine maintenance and repairs as necessary to keep the plant operating at optimal efficiency.
  • Identifies and scopes projects to ensure maintenance of electric power distribution system.
  • Creates and presents electrical safety training to both management and collective bargaining employees.
  • Performs arc flash hazard analysis of electrical equipment in buildings and utility plants.
  • Procures electrical service contracts such as load tap changer inspections, dissolved gas analysis and third-party testing as required.
  • Serves as subject matter expert (SME) for electrical work above 600V.
  • Supervises and/or inspects in-house electrical installations and modifications to electrical distribution systems above 600V.
  • Identifies the need for subcontractor support, develops those contracts and maintains ongoing relationships with the subcontractors.
  • Determines work plans and resources necessary to achieve operational targets; prepares operations budget estimates and participates in plant budget preparation process.
  • Estimates materials, costs, and staffing requirements.
  • May supervise service and maintenance contractors to ensure that work is performed in accordance with contract specifications.

Requirements:

  • Requires a bachelor's degree in electrical or facilities engineering and a minimum of seven (7) years of broad facilities and operations experience, with knowledge of the building trades applicable to design, operations, and maintenance.
  • Experience with overhead and underground 69kV, 13.8kV, and 2.4kV, 480V, 208V transmission and distribution systems.
  • Understanding of building system design and construction.
  • Preparation, review, and approval of electrical system design documents including one-lines, three-lines, DC control schematics, short circuit and voltage drop calculations.
  • Experience and knowledge of the following: NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code, IEEE C2 - National Electrical Safety Code, NFPA 70E- Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, OSHA 1910.269.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to read and interpret underground utility drawings, one-line electrical diagrams, and P&I drawings.
  • Requires some experience with protective relay selection, relay settings, coordination studies, equipment testing, and start-up problem resolution.
  • Ability to use AutoCAD to produce design drawings, modify drawings, and create as-built drawings.
  • Excellent teamwork, effective written and oral communication skills are required; must be able to analyze data, write technical reports, and develop work packages.
  • Ability to read and understand underground utility maps.
  • Must be able to occasionally work weekends or nights.
  • Must be able to read, write, and verbally communicate in English.
  • Must have a valid NYS Driver's license.
  • Must be available on occasion outside normal working hours to support power outages or planned maintenance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Arc Flash Calculation Software SKM Power Tools for Windows.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural and mechanical drawings.
  • Experience with electrical SCADA systems.
  • Experience in the electrical operation of centralized chilled water plants, steam plants, water supply and treatment, and sewage treatment plants.
  • Engineer-In-Training or Professional Engineer status in New York State.
  • Familiarity with substation maintenance procedures and equipment such as vacuum breakers, SF6 circuit breakers, transformers, battery systems, etc.

About Us:

Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation's future. BNL is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University. BSA salutes our veterans and active military members with careers that leverage the skills and unique experience they gained while serving our country, learn more at BNL | Opportunities for Veterans at Brookhaven National Laboratory.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Brookhaven Science Associates is an equal opportunity employer that values inclusion and diversity at our Lab. We are committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. BSA takes affirmative action in support of its policy and to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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