Lead High-Power RF Engineer for Accelerators

Argonne National Laboratory

Lemont (IL)

On-site

USD 162,750 - 253,890

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, Illinois, is seeking an Electrical/Electronics Engineer to design and maintain high-power RF systems for particle accelerator applications. Candidates should possess significant experience in RF technology, particularly with solid-state RF amplifiers.

This full-time position requires a strong background in engineering with a focus on reliability and performance analysis, allowing for impactful scientific contributions in a collaborative environment.

The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $162,750.00 to $253,890.00, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and 15+ years’ experience, Master's degree and 12+ years, PhD and 10+ years, or equivalent.
  • Experience in high‑power RF system design with emphasis on multi‑kilowatt solid‑state RF power amplifiers.
  • Ability to model Argonne’s core values: impact, safety, respect, integrity, teamwork.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement high‑power RF systems for particle accelerators.
  • Lead R&D programs related to high‑power RF systems and devices.
  • Analyze RF system performance to improve reliability.

Skills

High-power RF system design
Circuit simulation software
Solid-state RF power amplifiers
Troubleshooting and debugging RF systems
Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Master's degree
PhD
Bachelor's degree

Tools

LDMOS RF power amplifiers
Waveguide transmission systems
Circuit simulation software tools

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, Illinois, is seeking an Electrical/Electronics Engineer to design and maintain high-power RF systems for particle accelerator applications. Candidates should possess significant experience in RF technology, particularly with solid-state RF amplifiers.

This full-time position requires a strong background in engineering with a focus on reliability and performance analysis, allowing for impactful scientific contributions in a collaborative environment.

The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $162,750.00 to $253,890.00, alongside comprehensive benefits.

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