Electrical Engineer

Berkeley Lab; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Berkeley Lab as an Electrical Engineer to manage cabling for the ALS-U upgrade project. You’ll design and implement solutions, ensure compliance, and engage with various stakeholders. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, at least 2 years of experience in electrical engineering, and proficiency in relevant CAD tools. This full-time role offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
• Experience with design implementation of experimental electronic systems.
• Proficiency in CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Manage ALS cable plant and address cabling needs.
• Create routing plans and cable tray designs.
• Ensure NEC compliance and collaborate with stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Engineering Judgment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Creo Parametric

Job description

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Base pay range

$98,904.00/yr - $166,932.00/yr

Berkeley Lab’s (LBNL) Engineering Division is hiring an Electrical Engineer for the ALS-U upgrade project. This role involves managing the ALS cable plant, coordinating with subsystem leads to address cabling needs, creating routing plans and cable tray designs, ensuring National Electrical Code (NEC) compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to meet project objectives and installation requirements.

What You Will Do:

• Support AC and cabling distribution design, installation planning, and routing for various systems, directing other personnel as needed.
• Provide documentation, including drawings, schematics, parts lists, specifications, and revision control per LBNL, ALS-U, and ALS requirements.
• Work on a variety of Lab projects independently developing solutions.
• Contribute to cabling design and implementation for programmatic and experimental systems, ensuring NEC compliance.
• Interact with internal and external stakeholders with a customer-focused approach.
• Analyze equipment, conduct testing, and update software/documentation.
• Manage project cost, schedule, estimates, procurements, and lead installation, integration, and testing efforts.
• Select components based on specifications and reliability.
• Adhere to Berkeley Lab’s Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) policies and maintain up-to-date training.
• Coordinate electronic and mechanical resources for tasks/projects.
• Improve documentation and procedures.
• Guide technical staff.

What is Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent knowledge/training) in Electrical Engineering or a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant electrical engineering experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with design/implementation of experimental electronics systems, including NEC compliance, rack layouts, and cabling plans.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) and 3D CAD software (e.g., Creo Parametric).
• Knowledge of NEC code for AC distribution and programmatic equipment in industrial settings.
• Ability to manage projects and contractor electrical design/installation.
• Strong engineering judgment in selecting work methods and techniques.
• Excellent communications skills with the ability to work effectively with a team of scientists, engineers, technicians, and students.

Desired Qualifications:

• A Master’s Degree (or equivalent knowledge/training) in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Familiarity with procurement processes, including bid documentation for high-value purchases.

Notes:

• Appointment Type: This is a full time, exempt from overtime pay (monthly paid), 2 year (benefits eligible), Term appointment with the possibility of extension or conversion to Career appointment based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs.
• Salary Information: This position is expected to pay $111,000 - $136,000 annually, which fits within the full salary range of $98,904 - $166,932 annually for job code E20.2. Salary for this position will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification and experience, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, certifications, and aligned with the internal peer group.
• Background Check: 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.
• Work Modality: This position will be performed onsite at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, located at 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720. Work schedules are dependent on business needs. Starting May 7, a REAL ID or other acceptable form of identification is required to access Berkeley Lab sites (for more information click here).

Want to learn more about working at Berkeley Lab? Please visit: careers.lbl.gov

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: The foundation of Berkeley Lab is our Stewardship Values: Team Science, Service, Trust, Innovation, and Respect; and we strive to build community with these shared values and commitments. Berkeley Lab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We heartily welcome applications from all who could contribute to the Lab's mission of leading scientific discovery, excellence, and professionalism. In support of our rich global community, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under State and Federal law.

Berkeley Lab is a University of California employer. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

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Job function

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  Engineering, Science, and Research

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  Research Services, Engines and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing, and Engineering Services

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