Electrical Engineer, Assembly & Production

Salas O'Brien; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Salas O’Brien is seeking a full-time Electrical Engineer to join the ASD Project team at NNSS, focusing on the design, procurement, installation and commissioning of accelerator systems.

You will develop electrical distribution, control and diagnostic systems, review drawings with AutoCAD Electrical, and ensure compliance with NEC and UL standards while coordinating with vendors and lab partners.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering plus 10 years of experience or equivalent.
• Experience with power distribution, instrumentation, and controls in industrial settings.
• Skilled in electrical testing (oscilloscopes, meters, signal generators).
• Familiarity with NEC and UL standards.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of engineering project workflows and documentation.
• DOE security clearance eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical distribution, control, and diagnostic systems
• Create and review schematics, block diagrams, and wiring/cable drawings (AutoCAD Electrical)
• Troubleshoot and test electrical systems with general test equipment
• Support procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning
• Coordinate with vendors and technical leads
• Ensure designs meet NEC and UL standards

Skills

Power distribution

Instrumentation

Controls

Project workflows

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

Master’s degree

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

At Salas O’Brien, we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, nuclear sciences and more

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary

TechSource a Salas O’Brien Company is hiring a full-time Electrical Engineer to join the Action Officer Advanced Sources and Detector (ASD) Project team and support the design, procurement, installation, and commissioning of a ~20 MeV linear induction accelerator, known as Scorpius, used in subcritical experiments at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS). Work closely with multi-lab teams and vendors on advanced electrical engineering for accelerator systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical distribution, control, and diagnostic systems
• Create and review schematics, block diagrams, and wiring/cable drawings (AutoCAD Electrical)
• Troubleshoot and test electrical systems with general test equipment
• Support procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning
• Coordinate with vendors and technical leads
• Ensure designs meet NEC and UL standards

Qualifications And Experience

• Minimum of a degree in Engineering +10 years experience, or equivalent
• Experience with power distribution, instrumentation, and controls in industrial settings
• Skilled in electrical testing (oscilloscopes, meters, signal generators)
• Familiarity with NEC and UL standards
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills
• Knowledge of engineering project workflows and documentation
• An ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree
• Experience with linear induction accelerators
• Prior work at NNSA-designated laboratories
• Familiarity with high-radiation or high-voltage environments

Location

This position will be fully on-site at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS)

Travel

Travel to vendors and NNSS as needed

Compensation & Benefits

The expected base salary range for this role is $120,000 - $170,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

Benefits

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.