Spectrometer Support Engineer

Jefferson Lab; Newport News (VA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Lab in Newport News, Virginia, is seeking a technically skilled engineer/technician to support spectrometers and experimental equipment in Halls A and C. You will repair, upgrade, maintain, and document equipment while providing on-call support during runs in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

The role requires basic electronics knowledge, troubleshooting ability, and clear communication. Hybrid work with about 60% on-site, with competitive pay and DOE considerations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering/physics or a similar technical field is required.
• Strong analytical and numerical background with problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and explain work to the supervisor and group.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate the cryo system in hall C under supervision.
• Assist in maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of power supplies and magnet control systems.
• Assist in documentation of equipment and work.
• Be on call 24/7 on a rotation basis (1-week duration) for experimental support.

Skills

Electronics knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

Analytical background

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree Engineering/Physics/Similar technical field

Tools

MS Office

Computers

Job description

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Work Arrangement Type: Hybrid - About 60% on-site

At Jefferson Lab,you’llchampioncutting-edgescience and operational excellence while shaping the future of discovery. Join us and make your mark – where excellence meets purpose, andgreat mindstruly matter.

The good-faith pay range for this role is $73,200 - $105,050 per year. Actual compensation may vary and may be above the posted range based on factors such as candidate's skills, experience, education, certifications, and work location.

What your job will be like:

This position is part of a cross functional team dedicated to supporting the spectrometers and other experimental equipment in Halls A and C. Equipment includes, but is not limited to: high current DC power supplies, instrumentation, and controls; cryogenics instrumentation and controls; particle detector supporting electronics; and spectrometer motion. This position will involve contributing with a team of engineers and technicians in repairing, upgrading, maintaining, and documenting the equipment, including on call support during the experimental run. This position will be expected to work, with supervision, on control systems and power supplies including troubleshooting and repair, making updates to control software, and providing on-call support during the experimental run. This position will also be responsible for learning how to operate the cryogenics system in hall C and assisting SME with cryogenics operations. Candidates for this position should have a knowledge of basic electronics, familiarity with computers and basic programs such as MS Office, troubleshooting skills, and ability to think critically. Experience with PLCs, programming, or fluid dynamics is a plus. Electronics knowledge, troubleshooting skills, and understanding of pressure-flow relationship will be tested during the interview.

In this role you will:

• Learn to operate the cryo system in hall C under supervision of cryo SME.
• Assist in maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of power supplies and magnet control systems.
• Assist in documentation of equipment and work.
• Be on call 24/7 on a rotation basis (1-week duration) for experimental support.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Engineering/Physics/Similar technical field required

Experience

• none required

Experience and Education Exchange

Education above the minimum may be substituted for experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical and numerical background
• Problem solving and critical thinking ability
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing (e.g. email, memos, explanations, drawings) and explain work to their supervisor and others in the group
• Ability to effectively work independently and as part of a group

About Jefferson Lab

Join a community with a common purpose of solving the most challenging scientific and engineering problems of our time. The Jefferson Lab campusis located insoutheasternVirginiaamidst a vibrant and growing technology community.

A career at Jefferson Lab is more than a job. You will be part of “big science” and work alongside top scientists and engineers from around the world unlocking the secrets of our visible universe. Managed by SURATech, LLC, Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is entering an exciting period of mission growth and is seeking new team members ready to apply their skills and passion to have an impact. You could call it work, or you could call it a mission. We call it a challenge. We do things that will change the world.

Total Rewards at Jefferson Lab

At Jefferson Lab, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave)

Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs

Live near the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay region with access to nearby beaches,

mountains, and all major metropolitan centers on the East Coast

SURATech, LLC manages and operates the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab). SURATech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SURATech is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities (unless doing so will result in an undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or contact Human Resources by calling [phone] and selecting option 1 between 8 am – 5 pm EST to provide the nature of your request.

Employment with SURATech is conditional upon DOE approval if at any time during your employment you are participating in a Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Program or Affiliated activity. Generally, such programs/activities include any foreign-state-sponsored attempt to acquire U.S.-funded scientific research through programs run or funded by the government that target scientists, engineers, students, academics, researchers, and entrepreneurs of all nationalities working or educated in the United States. This includes positions or appointments, both domestic and foreign, titled academic, professional, or institutional appointments whether or not remuneration is received and whether full-time, part-time or voluntary.

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