Electrical Engineer - OSPO (BT-26211)
About The Position
The OSPO Electrical Engineer will support projects located in Pasadena, California, as part of the NASA/JPL MASS Subcontract. The role supports JPL Missions and Programs through the Occupational Safety Program Office (OSPO), which manages programs including Electrical Safety, Fire Protection, Industrial Hygiene, and Health Physics. OSPO develops safety policies, system procedures, and instructions to ensure compliance with NASA, federal, state, and internal requirements, and directs the Laboratory’s safety program to identify and eliminate hazards affecting employees and facilities. The engineer will conduct electrical design reviews and construction inspections, with emphasis on electrical power systems; evaluate specifications, calculations, and power-system analysis studies; and issue Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) plan approvals for facilities projects. The role also develops and maintains electrical safety compliance documentation, conducts hazard analyses, reviews and approves contractor Site-Specific Safety Plans, and advises JPL organizations and subcontractors on electrical safety requirements. The engineer interfaces with JPL Facilities, site personnel, external organizations, and NASA electrical working groups, provides technical recommendations, and supports NASA and Caltech audits and corrective actions. The position is onsite in Pasadena and offers a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. Some travel may be required, and schedules may change based on position or customer needs. The role is generally in an office environment, but may involve indoor or outdoor work depending on the task. Employees must pass a national agency check and pre-employment drug screening and participate in random drug and alcohol screenings. Some positions require clearance and extensive background verification. Salary is $135,000–$160,000, depending on education and experience.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status due to the sensitivity of customer-related information.
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline, with an emphasis in electrical power systems.
- At least 6 years of recent, related work experience.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of electrical power-system design, operation, and maintenance in commercial and/or industrial environments.
- Working knowledge of the California Electrical Code (CEC) and National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Ability to analyze and interpret electrical design drawings, including construction plans and custom electrical equipment, and specifications documentation.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with internal and external customers.
- Ability to work effectively as a team player, demonstrate strong work ethics, and follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
- Organizational and time-management skills, and ability to work outside the normal schedule and adjust schedules for peak periods and surge requirements.
- Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering in California, or active pursuit of licensure.
- Experience with AHJ plan review and inspection processes for facilities electrical installations.
- Proficiency interpreting short-circuit, device coordination, and arc-flash analyses.
- Experience conducting or supporting Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program audits and developing or reviewing LOTO written procedures and electrical switching orders.
- Prior experience supporting institutional electrical safety audits and corrective action programs.
- Knowledge of California Title 24 Energy Standards.
Responsibilities
- Perform electrical design reviews and construction inspections of JPL facilities, particularly electrical power systems.
- Evaluate specifications, calculations, and power-system analysis studies, and issue AHJ plan approvals for facilities projects.
- Develop and maintain electrical safety compliance documentation.
- Conduct hazard analyses and review and approve contractor Site-Specific Safety Plans (SSSP).
- Serve as a technical resource for JPL organizations and subcontractors on electrical safety requirements.
- Interface with JPL Facilities, site personnel, external organizations, and NASA electrical working groups.
- Provide authoritative electrical safety recommendations to protect personnel, equipment, and facilities.
- Support NASA and Caltech audits, including corrective action responses.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
- AD&D, disability benefits, and life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Vacation, sick pay, and holidays.
- Flexible work schedules when available.
- Professional training and development.
- Other benefit options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
