You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job.

Electrical Safety Engineer

The NSLS-II electrical safety professional will serve as the NSLS-II electrical safety field professional and will provide expertise to NSLS-II staff and help enhance the NSLS-II electrical safety program . 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the guidance of the NSLS-II Electrical Engineering Group and under the supervision of the NSLS-II Environment, Safety, Health & Quality (ESH&Q) Manager:
  • Act as primary field contact for the NSLS-II Accelerator and Photon Sciences Divisions in all matters related to electrical safety
  • Conduct Equipment Inspections
  • Conduct electrical engineering calculations (load calculations, Incident energy calculations, wire sizing, etc.)
  • Provide coaching and mentoring to staff in electrical safety implementation
  • Conduct work observations, obtain feedback from working groups, and support the BNL Electrical Safety Subject Matter Experts in administering changes to BNL’s Electrical Safety/LOTO Programs
  • Communicate results of Electrical Safety implementation analysis to NSLS-II senior managers through presentations, email, and newsletters
  • Participate in the development of NSLS-II electrical safety procedures.
Position Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 3 years of experience in the design and/or installation of electrical distribution systems and scientific electrical components
  • Working knowledge of external standards related to electrical safety such as NFPA 70, 70B, & 70E and OSHA
  • Experience in implementing practices and procedures used to safeguard employees when performing work on electrical equipment to include electrical Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
  • Ability to develop immediate and long-term programmatic and field-based solutions to assist staff when preparing for work on electrical equipment and systems
  • Ability to read schematics and electrical distribution (one-line) diagrams
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office 
  • Demonstrated ability to present ideas and concepts orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner to communicate technical information and interact with individuals with diverse backgrounds and levels of understanding including senior management, engineers, scientists, and trade workers
  • Must be a positive driver for change regarding NSLS-II’s commitment to safety and compliance
  • Demonstrated interpersonal and time management skills
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering
  • In-depth knowledge of external standards related to electrical safety
  • Experience working in an Accelerator or Nuclear Reactor environment
  • New York State Professional Engineer License or other professional certification
Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:
  • Climb a ladder (A-frame) and work from heights (< 5’)
  • Lifting < 15 pounds
  • Prolonged walking and standing (facility inspections)
  • Good eyesight (near, far and normal color/depth perception)
  • Normal hearing
  • Normal hand/eye coordination
  • Use of hand tools and monitoring devices (e.g., electric multimeter) required