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The Modernization Project Office (MPO) is seeking an entry-level electrical engineer to assist project managers and senior electrical engineers with electrical engineering tasks and provide general electrical engineering and project management support for design and construction projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in the layout and design of electrical systems, including normal and emergency switchboards/switchgears, motor control centers, panel boards, disconnect switches, motor connections (ie:starters/VFD, etc).
- Support electrical calculations such as load analysis, equipment sizing, and coordination of overcurrent protection in accordance with NEC requirements.
- Apply engineering principles to solve routine to moderately complex problems, escalating more complex issues to senior engineers as needed.
- Support the development of design documents, specifications, and detailed risers.
- Assist in preparation of project estimates and review contractor proposal.
- Participate in construction-phase related activities including the review of shop drawing submittals, preparation of Request for Information (RFI) responses, and associated tracking and record keeping.
- Conduct site visits with the design team before and during construction, assisting in documenting identified issues and support field modifications workflows.
- Assist with project management in coordinating with external A/E consultants and tracking deliverables.
- Support contractors and MPO field inspectors on site to ensure adherence to contract documents and compliance with BNL policies and procedures.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field) from an accredited university.
- Basic understanding of building electrical systems, including grounding, lighting, lighting controls, and fire alarm systems.
- Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC - NFPA 70) and other applicable codes and standards.
- Exposure to power distribution design concepts, including load calculations and short-circuit analysis (academic or internship experience acceptable).
- Ability to support the preparation of electrical design documents, including single-line diagrams, layouts, and schematics under supervision.
- Solid problem-solving skills with the ability to learn and apply engineering principles to project work.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with guidance from senior engineers.
- Good written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD (coursework or internship experience acceptable).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- 1–2 years of relevant internship or professional experience in electrical design.
- Familiarity with Revit or other BIM software.
- Exposure to electrical analysis software (e.g., SKM, ETAP, EasyPower, or similar).
- Basic understanding of medium- and low-voltage systems.
- Exposure to lighting design or photometric tools (e.g., AGi32, Lumen).
- Interest in pursuing Professional Engineer (PE) licensure (FE/EIT certification is a plus).
- Exposure to low-voltage systems (telecom, security, AV).
Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:
- Able to climb ladders to heights greater than 4 ft.
- Able to wear safety protection equipment/PPE, including use of a respirator, if necessary.
OTHER INFORMATION:
- Due to the need for unescorted access to controlled areas of the laboratory, this position is limited to U.S. citizens in accordance with site security requirements.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $80600 - $128950 year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.
Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to employee success and we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Review more information at BNL | Benefits Program
Brookhaven National Laboratory requires all non-badged personnel including visitors to produce a REAL-ID or REAL-ID compliant documentation to access Brookhaven National Laboratory – view more information at www.bnl.gov/real-id. This is due to nationwide identification requirements for federal site access as required by the federal REAL ID Act. Those not in possession of a REAL ID-compliant document will not be permitted to access the site which includes access to the Laboratory for interviews.
About us
Brookhaven National Laboratory delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation’s future. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University. BSA salutes our veterans and active military members with careers that leverage the skills and unique experience they gained while serving our country, learn more at BNL | Opportunities for Veterans at Brookhaven National Laboratory.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Guided by our core values of integrity, responsibility, innovation, respect, and teamwork, Brookhaven Science Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer-Vets/Disabled. We are committed to fostering a respectful and collaborative environment that fuels scientific discovery. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. VEVRAA Federal Contractor
BSA employees are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation at the time of hire for review by Brookhaven. The full text of the Order may be found at: https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0486.1-BOrder-a/@@images/file
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Modernization Project Office (MPO) is seeking an entry-level electrical engineer to assist project managers and senior electrical engineers with electrical engineering tasks and provide general electrical engineering and project management support for design and construction projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in the layout and design of electrical systems, including normal and emergency switchboards/switchgears, motor control centers, panel boards, disconnect switches, motor connections (ie:starters/VFD, etc).
- Support electrical calculations such as load analysis, equipment sizing, and coordination of overcurrent protection in accordance with NEC requirements.
- Apply engineering principles to solve routine to moderately complex problems, escalating more complex issues to senior engineers as needed.
- Support the development of design documents, specifications, and detailed risers.
- Assist in preparation of project estimates and review contractor proposal.
- Participate in construction-phase related activities including the review of shop drawing submittals, preparation of Request for Information (RFI) responses, and associated tracking and record keeping.
- Conduct site visits with the design team before and during construction, assisting in documenting identified issues and support field modifications workflows.
- Assist with project management in coordinating with external A/E consultants and tracking deliverables.
- Support contractors and MPO field inspectors on site to ensure adherence to contract documents and compliance with BNL policies and procedures.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field) from an accredited university.
- Basic understanding of building electrical systems, including grounding, lighting, lighting controls, and fire alarm systems.
- Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC - NFPA 70) and other applicable codes and standards.
- Exposure to power distribution design concepts, including load calculations and short-circuit analysis (academic or internship experience acceptable).
- Ability to support the preparation of electrical design documents, including single-line diagrams, layouts, and schematics under supervision.
- Solid problem-solving skills with the ability to learn and apply engineering principles to project work.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with guidance from senior engineers.
- Good written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD (coursework or internship experience acceptable).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- 1–2 years of relevant internship or professional experience in electrical design.
- Familiarity with Revit or other BIM software.
- Exposure to electrical analysis software (e.g., SKM, ETAP, EasyPower, or similar).
- Basic understanding of medium- and low-voltage systems.
- Exposure to lighting design or photometric tools (e.g., AGi32, Lumen).
- Interest in pursuing Professional Engineer (PE) licensure (FE/EIT certification is a plus).
- Exposure to low-voltage systems (telecom, security, AV).
Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:
- Able to climb ladders to heights greater than 4 ft.
- Able to wear safety protection equipment/PPE, including use of a respirator, if necessary.
OTHER INFORMATION:
- Due to the need for unescorted access to controlled areas of the laboratory, this position is limited to U.S. citizens in accordance with site security requirements.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $80600 - $128950 year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.
Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to employee success and we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Review more information at BNL | Benefits Program
Brookhaven National Laboratory requires all non-badged personnel including visitors to produce a REAL-ID or REAL-ID compliant documentation to access Brookhaven National Laboratory – view more information at www.bnl.gov/real-id. This is due to nationwide identification requirements for federal site access as required by the federal REAL ID Act. Those not in possession of a REAL ID-compliant document will not be permitted to access the site which includes access to the Laboratory for interviews.
About us
Brookhaven National Laboratory delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation’s future. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University. BSA salutes our veterans and active military members with careers that leverage the skills and unique experience they gained while serving our country, learn more at BNL | Opportunities for Veterans at Brookhaven National Laboratory.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Guided by our core values of integrity, responsibility, innovation, respect, and teamwork, Brookhaven Science Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer-Vets/Disabled. We are committed to fostering a respectful and collaborative environment that fuels scientific discovery. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. VEVRAA Federal Contractor
BSA employees are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation at the time of hire for review by Brookhaven. The full text of the Order may be found at: https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0486.1-BOrder-a/@@images/file
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Which science and research companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in New York?
New York hosts a wide range of science and research employers with documented STEM OPT sponsorship activity. Pharmaceutical companies such as Pfizer and Bristol Myers Squibb maintain significant research operations in the state, alongside biotech firms, environmental science consultancies, and clinical research organizations. Major academic medical centers including Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Weill Cornell Medicine also hire OPT-authorized research staff regularly.
Which cities in New York have the most science and research F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
New York City concentrates the largest share of science and research STEM OPT positions, particularly in biomedical research, pharmaceutical development, and environmental science. The Hudson Valley region, including Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow, has a notable cluster of life sciences employers. Albany and Buffalo also offer opportunities in public health research, materials science, and university-affiliated research programs at institutions such as SUNY and the University at Buffalo.
What types of science and research roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that qualify generally fall under STEM-designated Classification of Instructional Programs codes recognized by the Department of Homeland Security. In science and research, these commonly include positions such as research scientist, computational biologist, chemist, environmental scientist, data scientist within research settings, and laboratory research associate. The position must be directly related to the student's STEM degree field, and the employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to participate in the 24-month STEM OPT extension program.
How do I find science and research F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 STEM OPT job seekers and filters science and research positions in New York by verified sponsorship history, so you can focus on employers who have previously supported OPT authorization rather than applying broadly. You can filter by industry, location, and visa type to surface relevant openings at pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, and biotech employers across the state without guessing about sponsorship eligibility.
Are there any New York-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in science and research?
New York State has a strong cluster of life sciences and academic research employers, many of whom are experienced with STEM OPT authorization and E-Verify compliance. However, not every research role at a New York institution will qualify: the position must align with your specific STEM degree field, and your Designated School Official must recommend the extension before work begins. New York City employers in regulated industries such as clinical research may also require additional credentialing beyond STEM OPT authorization.