Senior High-Power RF & HV Engineer

Jefferson Lab; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Lab in Newport News, VA seeks a High Power Electrical Engineer III to lead the design and maintenance of RF high voltage power supplies and to manage klystron procurement for CEBAF and related accelerators. The role requires hands-on engineering leadership and strong safety discipline.

The position calls for 10+ years in HV power systems, RF/analog/digital electronics, and DOE/DOD lab experience, with a Bachelor's (Master's preferred) in Electrical Engineering.

Qualifications

• 10+ years demonstrated experience with design, operation and maintenance of high voltage power supplies, power electronics or electrical energy conversion.
• 4+ years working in RF, analog or digital electronics and
• Experience in a DOE or DOD laboratory environment is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain RF high voltage power supplies in the CEBAF accelerator.
• Coordinate procurement of RF amplifiers (Klystrons) for CEBAF and other Jefferson Lab accelerators.
• Develop and lead a preventive maintenance plan for installed RF power supplies.
• Lead and direct junior engineers and electronic technicians in completing tasks.
• Track system obsolescence issues and present solutions verbally and in technical notes.
• Provide on-call technical support in emergent situations.
• Follow Jefferson Lab work planning tools and EHS guidelines (LOTO).
• Ensure designs follow AES project design guidelines and meet safety standards.

Skills

Power electronics

RF electronics

Electrical engineering

Project management

DOE/DOD lab experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree Electrical Engineering

Tools

Klystrons

RF power supplies

Job description

Jefferson Lab in Newport News, VA seeks a High Power Electrical Engineer III to lead the design and maintenance of RF high voltage power supplies and to manage klystron procurement for CEBAF and related accelerators. The role requires hands-on engineering leadership and strong safety discipline.

The position calls for 10+ years in HV power systems, RF/analog/digital electronics, and DOE/DOD lab experience, with a Bachelor's (Master's preferred) in Electrical Engineering.