Lead High-Power RF Systems Engineer

Argonne National Laboratory; United States; On-site; USD 162,750 - 253,890; Full time

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory is seeking a highly skilled Electrical Engineer specialized in high-power RF systems. The position involves designing, developing, and maintaining RF systems for particle accelerators while ensuring operational reliability and leading R&D efforts.

A successful candidate will have extensive experience in high-power RF technologies and solid-state RF amplifiers. The expected salary range for this role is between $162,750 and $253,890. This full-time position embodies Argonne’s commitment to impact, safety, integrity, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience or equivalent in high-power RF system design and operation.
• Hands-on experience with LDMOS solid-state RF amplifiers.
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain high-power RF systems for particle accelerators.
• Lead R&D programs related to high-power RF systems.
• Provide engineering support to operation and analysis group.

Skills

High-power RF system design

Circuit simulation software

Interlock systems design

Troubleshooting RF systems

Electrical and electronics analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree with 15+ years experience or equivalent

Master's degree with 12+ years experience

PhD with 10+ years experience

Tools

Solid-state RF amplifier devices

Waveguide transmission systems

AC Power Distribution Systems

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory is seeking a highly skilled Electrical Engineer specialized in high-power RF systems. The position involves designing, developing, and maintaining RF systems for particle accelerators while ensuring operational reliability and leading R&D efforts.

A successful candidate will have extensive experience in high-power RF technologies and solid-state RF amplifiers. The expected salary range for this role is between $162,750 and $253,890. This full-time position embodies Argonne’s commitment to impact, safety, integrity, and teamwork.