Electrical Safety Lead

The Electrical Safety Lead provides managerial and technical leadership for the Laboratory’s electrical safety programs, supporting operations and research & development activities. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and continually improving electrical safety policies, training, and field support. The position serves as the subject matter expert (SME) and Electrical Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations. The Electrical Safety Lead collaborates across the Laboratory to promote a culture of safety and operational excellence, with a focus on managing the 10 CFR 851 Occupational Safety Portfolio within the Environmental, Safety, and Health (ESH) Directorate.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Management & Leadership

• Develop, update, and implement electrical safety policies, program descriptions, and plans.
• Manage the Hazardous Energy Control and Electrical Safety programs, ensuring effective field implementation.
• Lead and mentor the electrical safety team, providing direction and guidance for program initiatives and field activities.
• Coordinate and support the Electrical Safety Committee, serving as secretary and facilitating program communication.
• Utilize digital tools, including Microsoft 365 and AI solutions, to enhance program efficiency and productivity.
• Oversee internal assessments and audits to evaluate program health and drive continual improvement.

Training & Education

• Lead the Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) program, ensuring compliance and competency across the Laboratory.
• Develop and deliver classroom, hands-on, and web-based electrical safety training, applying instructional design principles.
• Mentor and train workers in electrical safety practices, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.

Safety Oversight & Compliance

• Serve as the site AHJ and Electrical Field Lead, interpreting and applying relevant codes and standards (e.g., NEC, NESC, NFPA 70E).
• Conduct inspections of new and modified electrical installations as a Certified Electrical Inspector.
• Perform OSHA compliance evaluations, electrical safety audits, and risk assessments.
• Provide clarifications and interpretations of electrical safety requirements to stakeholders.
• Support design reviews and hazard assessments for experiments and systems, including high-voltage, battery, capacitor, and radio frequency applications.

Incident Management

• Lead or participate in investigations of electrical incidents, analyze data, and recommend preventive measures.

Collaboration & Communication

• Communicate safety challenges and solutions effectively to workers, management, and stakeholders.
• Consult with line management on compliance strategies and program improvements.
• Foster teamwork and model Laboratory core values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.
• Steward laboratory resources to optimize safety program outcomes.

This job description documents the general nature of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties and responsibilities required of job incumbent. Consequently, job incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Electrical Proficiencies Requirement

• Extensive knowledge of low, medium, and high-voltage AC/DC systems, including accelerator-related systems.
• Experience applying NEC, NESC, and other relevant standards through plan review and inspection.
• Proficiency in electrical safety for batteries, capacitors, and radio frequency systems.
• Familiarity with applicable standards and regulations (NFPA 70E, NFPA 70B, IEEE, NESC, NEC, IBC, DOE 10 CFR 851, OSHA).
• Experience interpreting blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Experience assessing electrical hazards and risks in research and operational environments.

Program & Training Experience Requirements

• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing electrical safety programs, conducting assessments, and leading audits.
• Proficiency in delivering various training formats and mentoring personnel.
• Ability to review and monitor safety program implementation through documentation and field verification.

Communication & Leadership Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Ability to make sound judgments, maintain effective relationships, and lead a team of electrical safety specialists.
• Commitment to safety, integrity, teamwork, and customer service.
• Ability to model Argonne’s core values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Administrative & Analytical Skills Requirements

• Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook).
• Ability to prepare reports, track performance metrics, conduct presentations, and maintain inspection records.
• Strong problem-solving and data analysis skills for program improvement.

Education & Certifications Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Electronics, or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience; or
• Master’s degree in Electrical Technology, Engineering, or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience
• Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional (CESCP) or Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP), or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
• Certified Electrical Inspector License.
• NFPA 70E certificate of completion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience in electrical utility, industrial/manufacturing, or research and development environments.
• Leadership experience in managing electrical safety programs.
• Experience working with government organizations.
• IBEW Union Electrician License or equivalent.

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