Electrical Engineer - Active Clearance Required

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in Livermore, CA seeks an Electrical Engineer to work on radiofrequency systems, pulsed power, and microelectronics within the Materials Engineering Division (MED). You will perform hands-on lab testing, analyze data with engineering software, and write control software for pulsed power and RF systems.

You will design circuits with SPICE-based tools and PCB layout software, collaborating in a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Hands-on lab testing of electromagnetic devices and components.
• Experience with pulsed power and RF systems.
• Ability to analyze data and communicate results clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on lab testing to collect data from high-voltage pulsed power systems.
• Analyze test results using engineering software and document findings for senior staff.
• Write control software for pulsed power and RF systems.
• Design electrical circuits and devices using circuit solvers and PCB tools.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet program objectives.
• Adhere to safety and facility oversight guidelines during demonstrations and experiments.

Skills

RF systems

Pulsed power

Electronics testing

Lab automation

Tools

SPICE-based circuit solvers

PCB design tools

Job description

Company Description

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability.

Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defence empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Job Description

We have an opening for an exceptional Electrical Engineer to work on projects in support of programs in radiofrequency systems, pulsed power systems, and microelectronics. You will be an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting a project utilizing unique, high-powered microwave sources. This will include providing technical support to characterization and effects testing on various electronic targets. This position is in the Materials Engineering Division (MED) of the Engineering Directorate.

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

This position will be filled at eitherlevel based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

In this role you will

• Perform hands-on work in a laboratory setting to test and collect data from electromagnetic devices and components, including high voltage and current pulsed power systems, under general direction and oversight from senior engineering and scientific staff.
• Perform and document analyses of test results using engineering software tools and communicate findings to senior engineering and scientific staff.
• Writing control software for pulsed power and Radio Frequency (RF) systems that
• Design electrical circuits and electromagnetic devices using engineering software, including (but not limited to) SPICE-based circuit solvers and printed circuit board design and layout tools.
• Work cooperatively within a multi-disciplinary team to contribute to the fulfillment of program objectives.
• Using well defined guidelines, adhere to the highest standards of personnel safety and facility oversight while participating in the execution of high-value, high-consequence demonstrations and experiments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities at the SES.2 Level

• Under minimal direction, apply advanced knowledge in the domains of complex electrical engineering, microwave RF or related fields leading to engineering solutions.
• Contribute to the fulfillment of project and organizational goals, acting as a point of contact, mentoring and