SkillBridge Internship

DoD SkillBridge: Electrical Engineer - Radiological Work (53481)

• Business Clients Name APTIM Federal Services
• Job Opening Status In-progress
• Date Opened 07/16/2026
• Job Type SkillBridge Internship
• State/Province New York
• Country United States

Job Description

Applicants mustbe active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualifyfor the DoD SkillBridge Program.

Job Overview

Working as part of a joint venture with BWXT to form BWSR, Engineers report to the Engineering Manager in support of the Decontamination and Decommissioning (D&D) efforts at the Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory Kesselring Site in West Milton, New York. The Electrical Engineer of Radiological Work (ERW) works closely with Operations, Radiological Controls, and EH&S personnel to develop detailed work procedures and facility deactivation plans to support site wide Radiological D&D work activities. ERWs are provided training and must maintain qualifications to strict Program standards that regulate the conduct of this work. ERWs are responsible for assessing conditions associated with work assignments and determining the most efficient method of performing work that satisfies all Program and local requirements.

DoD SkillBridge Internship: Electrical Engineer SkillBridge Host Company: APTIM Federal Services SkillBridge Provider: Vets2PM LLC Location: Niskayuna, New York

Applicants mustbe active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualifyfor the DoD SkillBridge Program.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Developing and authoring technical work documents and facility electrical deactivation plans for the company's specialized workforce to safely and efficiently perform radiological and other hazardous remediation
• Participation in work scoping to understand site conditions, work to be performed, and end state
• Participating in developing project schedules
• Developing technical specifications for subcontracted work
• Developing facility characterization plans
• Overseeing and examining production/subcontractor work
• Must be aware of federal, state and local safety laws to ensure the organization complies with all current safety regulations.
• Developing Project Closeout and Release Reports

Basic Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or Science is required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Nuclear, Construction, Demolition or Remediation fields
• US Citizenship is required: no dual citizenship
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Adaptation to culture focusing on Safety and Health
• Prior Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program experience is preferred but not required
• Radiological, environmental and electrical engineering experience is preferred
• Autocad Inventor experience is preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Level L Security Clearance
• Ability to obtain and maintain radiological qualifications

About APTIM

APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.

What you can expect from APTIM

• Work that is worthy of your time and talent
• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
• A voice in making our company better
• Investment into your personal and professional development

If hired after the internship :

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $102,000 - $130,000 Per Year . Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.

Vets2PM Provides

• Mentorship and guidance via weekly SkillBridgeIntern Zoom Meetings.
• PM Fundamentals course, Resume writing, LinkedInoptimization, and interview skills course.
• Other free resources, including an electronic copyof 'How to Speak Civilian Fluently'.

Other

Not all internships include certificationtraining by Vets2PM, as many host companies includetheir own internship-focused training instead. Ifselected for an internship with Vets2PM please read yourapproval email, letter, and training plan to be sure youunderstand what is included in your internship.