Lawrence Berkeley National Lab's (LBNL) Facilities Division has an opening for an Electrical Engineer Design Manager to support the continued development and evolution of critical infrastructure at Berkeley Lab, and ensure consistent implementation of the Engineering Department's core function which is to deliver mission-ready, safe, sustainable and highly reliable infrastructure and utilities to the Lab's world-class user facilities and research programs. Berkeley Lab is home to 14 Nobel Prizes, credited with the discovery of 16 elements on the periodic table and the place where over 4,000 dedicated professionals choose to work.

In this exciting role, you will serve as the Engineering Design Manager responsible for managing the design process and the preparation of project construction documents on behalf of Berkeley Lab. You will manage the technical scope and oversee the development of architecture and engineering (A/E) construction documents from all design disciplines.

What You Will Do:

• Work with scientists and facilities engineers to develop the project requirements and the basis of design.
• Collaborate with the A/E team to develop detailed construction drawings and specifications.
• Ensure a comprehensive design by coordinating document reviews by Laboratory stakeholders and LBNL's permitting authorities (Health and Safety, Building Code Official, Fire Marshal and Electrical Authority Having Jurisdiction).
• Provide engineering management to meet project goals and objectives and ensure that work is done in accordance with U.S. Department of Energy standards and LBNL requirements.
• Provide direction to the A/E, geotechnical engineer and NEPA/CEQA consultants from conceptual design through the completion of final construction drawings & specifications.
• Identify problems and coordinate the appropriate resources to quickly resolve technical issues.
• Organize and lead regular design team meetings, participate in Owner Architect Contractor meetings during construction, and oversee the RFI and Submittal process during construction.
• Support the development of commissioning requirements and commissioning scope of work, support transition to operations, and develop testing & inspection strategies.
• Deliverables for this position include resource level of effort cost estimates, detailed documentation for the basis of design, preliminary and final construction documents, planning & schedule updates, performance reporting, communications on design activities, monthly status and variance reports.
• Prepare presentations and provide status updates to management on special projects or initiatives.

What is Required:

• A minimum of 8 years related experience and a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary design teams in the preparation of construction drawings, technical specifications and engineer's cost estimates.
• Significant experience in design management, including project planning, scheduling, professional services estimates, and adherence to completion dates.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable state and national codes and standards including NFPA 70 & NFPA 70E.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Bluebeam Revu in a collaborative design review process, preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency using ProCore construction management software, preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of DOE orders preferred.
• Expert verbal and written communication, facilitation and collaboration skills necessary to effectively present, explain and advise senior management.
• Registration as a Professional Electrical Engineer in the State of California or ability to transfer a License from another state within 6 months.

Notes:

• This is a full-time career appointment, exempt (monthly paid) from overtime pay.
• This position will be hired at a level commensurate with the business needs and the skills, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate.
• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
• This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule - a combination of teleworking and performing work on site at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. Work schedules are dependent on business needs. Individuals working a hybrid schedule must reside within 150 miles of Berkeley Lab.

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