Electrical Safety Engineer 5

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory•Richland, WA

6h•$173,400 - $274,100•Onsite

About The Position

The Worker Safety and Health Program is seeking a motivated and experienced professional to be part of our Electrical Safety team. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, supporting cutting-edge science and contributing to unique, vital safety programmatic areas. This work involves complex and high-hazard research analysis to identify electrical risks and appropriate safe operations. The ideal candidate is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and mitigating electrical hazards in complex systems to ensure safety and regulatory compliance throughout the product lifecycle. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting cutting-edge science by analyzing and enhancing our Safety Engineering Team. The ideal candidate will be a senior electrical engineer who demonstrates a strong commitment to fostering a robust safety culture through both leadership and active demonstration. The candidate will also have experience with high-hazard risk identification and analysis, as well as complex project assessments.

Requirements

BS/BA and 9+ years of relevant work experience -OR- MS/MA and 7+ years of relevant work experience -OR- PhD with 5+ years of relevant experience
U.S. Citizenship
Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B.
Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the applicant selected for hire is subject to pre-employment drug testing, and post-employment random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP).
Mandatory Requirements: Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar preferred.
Professional Engineering License.
Experience with Department of Energy AHJ requirements.
Proven ability to analyze complex electrical systems.
Experience with Electrical Safety Standards, including NFPA 70 and 70E.
In-depth knowledge of DC power systems.
Experience with design and installation of building power distribution systems.
Ability to perform and review power system studies, including arc flash hazard evaluations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders and effectively present complex information.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and foster a culture of open communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

Conducting hazards analysis of complex electrical systems involving multiple high-hazard components, both nuclear and non-nuclear.
Provide direct technical assistance in identifying, evaluating, and controlling workplace and research electrical hazards.
Produces thorough quality reviews, assessments, analysis, and hazard assessments.
Verifies contractor assurance activities through performance management are complete.
Acts as an Electrical Authority having Jurisdiction in support of PNNL business and research.
Provides implementation methods for various requirements.
Interface effectively with staff and management at all levels, as well as external stakeholders, including DOE-PNSO.
Champion a strong safety culture through active participation, mentorship, and effective communication.
Enable cutting-edge research in a safe and responsible manner.
Implement Safety Programs: Oversee, implement, and assess the Electrical Safety Program as a subject matter expert.
Hazard Identification and Risk Management: Establish systems and procedures to identify, evaluate, and control research electrical hazards, conducting risk assessments, identifying appropriate electrical safety directives to be implemented, and recommending mitigation strategies.
Analysis and Assessment: Lead and conduct various electrical safety analyses, assessments, and evaluations of system designs, modifications, operations, and procedures to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
Compliance and Regulatory Affairs: Implement all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, codes, DOE Orders, and Standards, and qualify as the AHJ.
Contractor Assurance: Complete all contractor assurance activities to verify programmatic compliance, effectiveness, and overall health through a variety of tools and methods.
Stakeholder Engagement: Effectively interface and collaborate with research staff and management at all levels, internal and external customers (including DOE-PNSO line management and EHS&S staff), and regulatory bodies.
Quality Assurance and Improvement: Drive continuous improvement in safety programs and processes by monitoring performance, analyzing metrics, and implementing assurance activities.