Instrument Electrical Engineer – Beamline Power & Controls

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical and retirement plans

Flexible work hours

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory seeks an Instrument Support Electrical Engineer to support HFIR neutron scattering instruments and related infrastructure in Oak Ridge, TN. Responsibilities include hands-on electrical design, troubleshooting, and documentation to ensure safe, reliable operation.

The role requires a BS in electrical engineering or related field and at least 5 years of experience in electrical power distribution design, panel layouts, and field installations.

Qualifications

• A BS degree in electrical engineering, electrical engineering technology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical power distribution design, panel layout, or industrial/facility electrical systems, including field troubleshooting and installation.
• Working knowledge of electrical engineering principles, electrical codes, and applicable industry standards.
• Experience interpreting and developing electrical drawings and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems - panel layouts, wiring schematics, cable assemblies, and equipment specifications.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical cabinets, power distribution systems, circuit boards, and embedded control hardware to ensure compliant, reliable field installations.
• Evaluate electrical hardware and verify sizing, load ratings, and calculations against applicable codes and standards (NEC, UL).
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including electrical drawings, schematics, test plans, and work instructions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to execute work in compliance with HFIR Neutron Scattering work control, configuration management, and safety requirements.
• Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.

Skills

Power distribution design

Panel layouts

Troubleshooting

Electrical drawings

Education

BS in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Oak Ridge National Laboratory seeks an Instrument Support Electrical Engineer to support HFIR neutron scattering instruments and related infrastructure in Oak Ridge, TN. Responsibilities include hands-on electrical design, troubleshooting, and documentation to ensure safe, reliable operation.

The role requires a BS in electrical engineering or related field and at least 5 years of experience in electrical power distribution design, panel layouts, and field installations.