Protective Systems Engineer - PLC/FPGA for Accelerator

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with nationwide network

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching plus annual contributions

Flexible schedules and time off (PTO)

Onsite gyms and wellness programs

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking an Engineer for the Accelerator Operations Group. This role involves designing and implementing safety-critical interlock systems and supporting PLC-based controls. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and two years of relevant experience. The position offers medical and dental insurance, 401(k) matching, and relocation packages. Security clearance is required, and U.S. citizenship is necessary.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing analog and digital electronic circuits.
• Skilled in troubleshooting complex systems using oscilloscopes, DVMs, and function generators.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Ability to obtain a Q clearance (U.S. citizenship typically required).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support critical personnel and equipment protection systems.
• Design, test, implement, and document new and upgraded protective systems.
• Troubleshoot and develop digital, analog, and mixed-signal electronics.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams for system installations.

Skills

Designing analog and digital electronic circuits

Troubleshooting complex systems

Reading and interpreting schematics

Programming languages (embedded C, Verilog/VHDL)

FPGA and microcontroller development

CAD/ECAD software (AutoCAD, Mentor Graphics, Altium Designer)

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

DVMs

Function generators

PCB design

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking an Engineer for the Accelerator Operations Group. This role involves designing and implementing safety-critical interlock systems and supporting PLC-based controls. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and two years of relevant experience. The position offers medical and dental insurance, 401(k) matching, and relocation packages. Security clearance is required, and U.S. citizenship is necessary.