Senior Electrical Power Operations Engineer

Brookhaven Science Associates, LLC; Upton (NY); On-site; USD 129,850 - 210,767; Full time

Job summary

Brookhaven Science Associates, LLC is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to design and maintain high-voltage electrical systems at Brookhaven National Laboratory. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 10 years' experience in power systems engineering.

This role involves preparing specifications, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating with various departments. The position offers a competitive salary range of $129,850 - $210,767 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in electrical power systems engineering.
• Experience with overhead and underground electrical transmission systems.
• Ability to analyze data and write technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain large‑scale electrical systems.
• Prepare drawings and specifications for maintenance.
• Conduct safety procedures and training.

Skills

Electrical distribution systems

Project management

Technical report writing

Electrical design software (ETAP, AutoCAD)

Power system analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

AutoCAD

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Design, maintain, and operate large‑scale electrical transmission and distribution systems, including medium and low voltage power.
• Prepare drawings and contract bid specifications for planned maintenance and outages at utility plants and buildings.
• Layout and design electrical equipment such as switchboards, motor control centers, panel boards, disconnect switches, motor starters, and VFDs.
• Review and execute safety procedures, conduct operations safely, and participate in safety programs (e.g., confined space, lock‑out/tag‑out).
• Write or review electrical switching and safety procedures for line crew personnel.
• Scope projects to maintain electric power distribution systems and present electrical safety training to management and collective bargaining employees.
• Procure electrical service contracts (e.g., load tap changer maintenance, dissolved gas analysis, relay maintenance, third‑party testing).
• Serve as subject‑matter expert (SME) for electrical work above 600V, supervise and inspect in‑house electrical installations, and supervise contractors to meet contract specifications.
• Estimate materials, costs, and staffing requirements for projects.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external utilities to ensure reliable power delivery to all site facilities.
• Perform system analysis, load studies, and fault‑current calculations to support infrastructure planning and upgrades.
• Support design and review of electrical systems for new construction and renovation projects.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., NFPA70, NFPA70E, IEEEC2, OSHA1910.269).
• Develop and maintain electrical system documentation, including single‑line diagrams, manhole drawings, and duct bank drawings.
• Respond to electrical system issues and outages, providing technical guidance and root‑cause analysis.
• Collaborate with other departments and divisions to integrate electrical systems into broader infrastructure projects.
• Participate in capital project planning, utility master planning, and budget planning; support commissioning, testing, and acceptance of new installations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 10years’ experience in electrical power systems engineering, preferably in a campus, utility, or industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems, protective relaying, and power system analysis.
• Experience with overhead and underground 69kV, 13.8kV, 2.4kV, 480V, and 208V transmission and distribution systems.
• Preparation, review, and approval of electrical system design documents (one‑lines, three‑lines, DC control schematics, short‑circuit and voltage‑drop calculations).
• Project management skills and experience managing multiple projects.
• Familiarity with electrical design software (e.g., ETAP, SKM PowerTools, AutoCAD) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to read and interpret underground utility drawings, one‑line electrical diagrams, and P&I drawings.
• 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, written and oral communication skills; ability to analyze data, write technical reports, and develop work packages.
• Must be able to read, write, and verbally communicate in English; hold a valid NYS Driver’s license.
• Must be available on occasion outside normal working hours to support power outages or planned maintenance.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 15years’ experience in electrical power systems engineering, with at least five (5) years as a licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• Experience with electrical SCADA systems and the operation of centralized chilled water, steam, and water treatment plants.
• Familiarity with substation maintenance procedures and equipment such as vacuum breakers, SF6 circuit breakers, transformers, and battery systems.

Environmental, Safety, and Health, Considerations

• Standing, bending, and lifting up to 20lbs.
• Ability to enter confined spaces and climb fixed and portable ladders to heights up to 10ft.
• Use of personal protective equipment; work outdoors (cold) or indoors (hot) environments.
• Use of private car may be required at certain times; occasional travel may be required for training, meetings, conferences, or events.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

• Brookhaven Science Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer – Vets/Disabled.
• We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
• To perform essential job functions and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Brookhaven National Laboratory requires all non‑badged personnel, including visitors, to produce a REAL‑ID or REAL‑ID compliant documentation to access Brookhaven National Laboratory. Those without a REAL‑ID compliant document will not be permitted to access the site, including for interviews.

Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation. This is a multi‑level role; the full salary range for this position is $129,850 ‑ $210,767 per year.