Power Systems Manager DIII-D National Fusion Facility

General Atomics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics in San Diego seeks an experienced electrical engineer to lead the design, operation, and maintenance of high- and medium-voltage power systems in fusion research facilities. You will coordinate with operations, diagnostics, and controls teams to support facility objectives and ensure reliable electrical delivery for experiments.

You will manage staff, technicians, and contractors, develop project schedules and budgets, and ensure compliance with DOE and NFPA safety standards

Responsibilities

• Manage high-voltage and medium-voltage electrical distribution systems supporting fusion operations.
• Ensure reliable operation of pulsed-power, power-conversion, switchgear, transformer, grounding, and protection systems.
• Lead planning and execution of electrical infrastructure upgrades for experimental campaigns and facility modernization.
• Direct troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of power-system failures.
• Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

Job description

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.Lead the engineering, operation, maintenance, and strategic development of electrical power systems supporting tokamak operations, plasma-heating systems, diagnostics, controls, and facility infrastructure. Ensure safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of electrical power for fusion experiments while managing engineering staff, contractors, budgets, and system upgrades.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage high-voltage and medium-voltage electrical distribution systems supporting fusion operations.
• Ensure reliable operation of pulsed-power, power-conversion, switchgear, transformer, grounding, and protection systems.
• Lead planning and execution of electrical infrastructure upgrades for experimental campaigns and facility modernization.
• Direct troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of power-system failures.
• Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Manage electrical engineering staff, technicians, and contractors.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, and technical specifications.
• Ensure compliance with DOE, OSHA, NFPA, and applicable electrical safety standards.
• Coordinate with operations, controls, diagnostics, and experimental science teams to support facility objectives.
• Participate in design reviews, hazard analyses, and readiness assessments for new systems and upgrades.
• Support long-term strategy for power-system reliability, availability, and capacity growth.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.