Electrical Engineer

LLNL•Livermore, CA

22h•$129,150 - $196,476•Hybrid

About The Position

We have an opening for an Electrical Designer/Engineer who will prepare construction documents for new construction, remodeling, and modifications of facilities and infrastructure at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). This position is in the Design & Engineering Division within the Project Management Office (PMO). You will contribute to the planning, design, and construction of electrical systems across a variety of facilities, ensuring reliability, compliance, and efficiency. Depending on your experience and qualifications, you will join as a TSS.2 Electrical Designer or TSS.3 Electrical Engineer with increasing levels of independence, leadership, and technical scope. You will Design electrical systems for construction projects including power distribution, lighting, grounding, and associated systems. Apply the National Electrical Code (NEC), California Building and Electrical Codes, and institutional standards to design solutions supporting LLNL’s electrical infrastructure. Develop detailed technical drawings, specifications, and calculations (e.g., load flow, branch, short circuit, arc flash, etc.). Determine functional electrical requirements for new or modified specialized equipment and support systems. Provide engineering support during construction by reviewing submittals and shop drawings, responding to contractor questions, resolving field problems, and performing inspections. Use AutoCAD and Revit to prepare electrical construction packages. Perform other duties as assigned. Additional Responsibilities at the TSS.3 Level Lead moderate to complex electrical design projects, managing technical criteria, schedules, and deliverables. Utilize independent judgment in applying NEC and LLNL design standards to major infrastructure upgrades and modifications. Support procurement of LLNL-furnished electrical equipment by developing specifications and coordinating with vendors and project stakeholders. Review designs prepared by external engineers for compliance, constructability, and adherence to LLNL standards.

Requirements

Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent combination of education or an equivalent combination of education and a minimum of five years of electrical engineering design experience within an architectural or engineering consulting firm.
Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam; ability to obtain professional registration as an Electrical Engineer in the State of California within five years.
Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24).
Experience delivering electrical design and drafting services for both new construction and existing facilities, including the development of design drawings for power distribution, lighting, and grounding systems; preparation of electrical one-line diagrams; performance of load studies, short-circuit analyses, and arc flash analyses; and production of associated electrical layouts and supporting documentation.
Knowledge and experience with electrical power distribution system components such as transformers, switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, motor control centers, automatic transfer switches, uninterruptible power supplies, backup generators, lighting, and grounding systems.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate in a team environment and present technical information effectively.
Software Skills: Experience using AutoCAD and Revit; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Professional registration as an Electrical Engineer in the State of California.
Out-of-state electrical engineering professional licenses are acceptable, provided the successful candidate is willing to obtain a California Professional Engineer (PE) license through reciprocity within three months of hire
Significant experience in electrical design and project coordination for complex facility infrastructure.
Advanced knowledge of California Electrical Code, NEC, and 12/13.8kV electrical utility systems.
Demonstrated ability to lead design tasks, manage project scopes, and coordinate with cross-disciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience using SKM Power Tools, or Agi32 for electrical and lighting system analysis.
Familiarity with the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101) and the Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace (NFPA 70E).
Understanding of construction processes and integration of electrical systems into large-scale infrastructure projects.
Knowledge of energy-efficient design practices and sustainable technologies.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Prior internship or professional experience in an Architecture/Engineering (A/E) firm or similar organization.

Responsibilities

Design electrical systems for construction projects including power distribution, lighting, grounding, and associated systems.
Apply the National Electrical Code (NEC), California Building and Electrical Codes, and institutional standards to design solutions supporting LLNL’s electrical infrastructure.
Develop detailed technical drawings, specifications, and calculations (e.g., load flow, branch, short circuit, arc flash, etc.).
Determine functional electrical requirements for new or modified specialized equipment and support systems.
Provide engineering support during construction by reviewing submittals and shop drawings, responding to contractor questions, resolving field problems, and performing inspections.
Use AutoCAD and Revit to prepare electrical construction packages.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Lead moderate to complex electrical design projects, managing technical criteria, schedules, and deliverables.
Utilize independent judgment in applying NEC and LLNL design standards to major infrastructure upgrades and modifications.
Support procurement of LLNL-furnished electrical equipment by developing specifications and coordinating with vendors and project stakeholders.
Review designs prepared by external engineers for compliance, constructability, and adherence to LLNL standards.