Hiring: Senior Electrical Engineer Company: Brookhaven National Laboratory Location: Upton, NY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 10:27:29 Employment Type: Contract / On-site Target Skills & Keywords : R, Systems Design About the job Required Skills: •Layout and design of electrical equipment including but not limited to normal and emergency switchboards/switchgears, motor control centers, distribution and branch panel boards, disconnect switches, motor starters/VFD, etc. •Perform calculations to validate added loads to existing electrical service and/or distribution and coordinated overcurrent protection and equipment sizing to comply with NEC. •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. •Development of design documents, specifications, and detailed risers. •Prepare and/or review detailed cost estimates and contracts. •Perform construction related activities including the review of shop drawing submittals, preparation of Request for Information (RFI) responses. •Conduct site visits before and during construction to identify issues and recommend field modifications depending on site conditions. •Perform project management duties including, but not limited to, validating project scope, tracking project budget and milestones, and ensuring procedural documentation is completed and recorded. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited University or College. •At least seven (7) years' progressively responsible experience in electrical systems design. •Broad knowledge of building electrical systems including grounding, lighting, lighting controls, fire alarm systems. •Detailed knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC- NFPA 70) and other NFPA codes relevant to power systems, fire alarm and applicable industry and client standards. •Knowledge in the preparation of specifications for the selection and installation of power distribution equipment. •Proven ability to 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. •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. •Excellent teamwork and customer communications skills are required. •Proficient in the use of AutoCAD to produce design drawings and sketches. •Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point). Compensation: •180900 year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!