Senior Electrical Engineer

Location: Upton, New York, United States; onsite work with construction site visits. This position is limited to U.S. citizens because unescorted access to controlled laboratory areas is required.

Salary: $113,050–$180,900 per year

Company

hirify.global is a multidisciplinary U.S. Department of Energy laboratory focused on discovery science and transformative technology.

What you will do

• Design electrical equipment and power distribution systems, including switchgear, motor control centers, panelboards, motor starters, variable-frequency drives, and related equipment.
• Prepare load, short-circuit, arc-flash, motor-starting, lighting, and other electrical calculations to validate system capacity, protection, and equipment sizing.
• Develop design documents, specifications, risers, single-line and three-line drawings, equipment layouts, schedules, conduit routing, and construction bid documents.
• Support construction through shop drawing reviews, RFI responses, site visits, field modifications, and contractor coordination.
• Assist project managers with scope validation, budget and milestone tracking, contract reviews, and procedural documentation across multiple projects.
• Review and mentor junior engineers’ designs and ensure compliance with codes, contract documents, and laboratory policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university or college.
• At least seven years of progressively responsible electrical systems design experience with project management experience in commercial and institutional buildings.
• Broad knowledge of building electrical systems, including grounding, lighting, lighting controls, and fire alarm systems.
• Detailed knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC/NFPA 70), relevant NFPA codes, and applicable industry and client standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• U.S. citizenship is required for unescorted access to controlled laboratory areas; a valid driver’s license is also required. Ability to climb ladders above four feet and wear required PPE, including a respirator if necessary.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional engineering license in New York State.
• Proficiency in Revit and SKM, Lumen, or comparable electrical calculation software.
• Knowledge of medium-voltage distribution and transmission.
• Experience with low-voltage telecom, security, and audiovisual design documents.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employment at a multidisciplinary national laboratory.
• Comprehensive employee benefits program.
• Work focused on facilities modernization supporting scientific research.
• Collaborative environment guided by integrity, responsibility, innovation, respect, and teamwork.