High Power Electrical Engineer III

Jefferson Lab; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Lab in Newport News, VA seeks a High Power Electrical Engineer III to lead the design and maintenance of RF high voltage power supplies and to manage klystron procurement for CEBAF and related accelerators. The role requires hands-on engineering leadership and strong safety discipline.

The position calls for 10+ years in HV power systems, RF/analog/digital electronics, and DOE/DOD lab experience, with a Bachelor's (Master's preferred) in Electrical Engineering.

Qualifications

• 10+ years demonstrated experience with design, operation and maintenance of high voltage power supplies, power electronics or electrical energy conversion.
• 4+ years working in RF, analog or digital electronics and
• Experience in a DOE or DOD laboratory environment is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain RF high voltage power supplies in the CEBAF accelerator.
• Coordinate procurement of RF amplifiers (Klystrons) for CEBAF and other Jefferson Lab accelerators.
• Develop and lead a preventive maintenance plan for installed RF power supplies.
• Lead and direct junior engineers and electronic technicians in completing tasks.
• Track system obsolescence issues and present solutions verbally and in technical notes.
• Provide on-call technical support in emergent situations.
• Follow Jefferson Lab work planning tools and EHS guidelines (LOTO).
• Ensure designs follow AES project design guidelines and meet safety standards.

Skills

Power electronics

RF electronics

Electrical engineering

Project management

DOE/DOD lab experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree Electrical Engineering

Tools

Klystrons

RF power supplies

Job description

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Title: High Power Electrical Engineer III

Location: Newport News, Virginia, US, 23606

Category: Engineering and Design

At Jefferson Lab,you’llchampioncutting-edgescience and operational excellence while shaping the future of discovery. Join us and make your mark – where excellence meets purpose, andgreat mindstruly matter.

The good-faith pay range for this role is $118,400 - $169,850 per year. Actual compensation may vary and may be above the posted range based on factors such as a candidate's skills, experience, education, certifications, and work location.

Company-provided relocation assistance will not be offered for this position.

What your job will be like:

As a staff three electrical engineer, the candidate will lead the design and maintenance of the RF system High Voltage power supplies. In addition they will manage and coordinate high power amplifier (Klystrons) procurement. The engineer will analyze system obsolescence and make recommendations and reports for new power systems. They will plan and lead preventive maintenance activities on existing CEBAF RF power supplies. It is expected the individual will follow Jefferson Lab work planning and safety guidelines. Candidate must have applicable experience with high voltage power supplies, power electronics, or voltage conversion. A solid background in electrical engineering with experience in one of these three areas, RF, analog or digital electronics is preferred. Experience in DOE or DOD laboratory environment is helpful. Incumbent must have a confident attitude and be prepared to defend or deliver tough choices.

In this job you will:

• Responsible for the design and maintenance of RF high voltage power supplies installed in the CEBAF accelerator.


• Working with Jefferson Lab procurement and CEBAF division management coordinate, manage and procure RF amplifiers (Klystrons) for CEBAF and other Jefferson Lab accelerators. .


• Develop and lead a preventive maintenance plan for the CEBAF installed RF power supplies.


• Lead and direct junior engineers and electronic technicians in completing these tasks.


• Track system obsolesce issues. Present solutions both verbally and through technical notes.


• Supports \"on call\" technical support in emergent situations


• Follow and use Jefferson Lab work planning tools and EHS guidelines (LOTO).

Additional Responsibilities

• Ensure designs follow AES project design guidelines and meet engineering and safety standards.

Experience

• Required: 10 or more years Demonstrated experience with the design, operation and maintenance of high voltage power supplies, power electronics or electrical energy conversion.


• Required: 4 or more years Working background in either, RF, analog or digital electronics And


• Preferred: 3 or more years Working in a laboratory enviornment (Govt. or Commercial) And


• Preferred: 3 or more years Managing projects in excess of $500k. And

Education

• Required: Bachelor's Degree Electrical Engineering


• Preferred: Master's Degree Electrical Engineering

Experience and Education Exchange

Education above the minimum may be substituted for experience. Relevant experience may not be substituted for education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to write reports and present technical information (both internal and external).


• Confident self starter who likes getting their hands dirty.

About Jefferson Lab

Join a community with a common purpose of solving the most challenging scientific and engineering problems of our time. The Jefferson Lab campusis located insoutheasternVirginiaamidst a vibrant and growing technology community.

A career at Jefferson Lab is more than a job. You will be part of “big science” and work alongside top scientists and engineers from around the world unlocking the secrets of our visible universe. Managed by SURATech, LLC, Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is entering an exciting period of mission growth and is seeking new team members ready to apply their skills and passion to have an impact. You could call it work, or you could call it a mission. We call it a challenge. We do things that will change the world.

Total Rewards at Jefferson Lab

At Jefferson Lab, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave)


• Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs


• Live near the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay region with access to nearby beaches, mountains, and all major metropolitan centers on the East Coast

SURATech, LLC manages and operates the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab). SURATech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SURATech is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities (unless doing so will result in an undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or contact Human Resources by calling [phone] and selecting option 1 between 8 am – 5 pm EST to provide the nature of your request.

Employment with SURATech is conditional upon DOE approval if at any time during your employment you are participating in a Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Program or Affiliated activity. Generally, such programs/activities include any foreign-state-sponsored attempt to acquire U.S.-funded scientific research through programs run or funded by the government that target scientists, engineers, students, academics, researchers, and entrepreneurs of all nationalities working or educated in the United States. This includes positions or appointments, both domestic and foreign, titled academic, professional, or institutional appointments whether or not remuneration is received and whether full-time, part-time or voluntary.

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