DescriptionJob Title Pulsed Power Engineer 1/2 (R&D Engineer 1/2)
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name AOT-AE/Applied Electrodynamics
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This position is open for external candidates only to apply.What You Will Do The Accelerator Operations and Technology Division Applied Electrodynamics (AOT-AE) group is seeking a R&D Engineer 1/2 to provide expertise, support, and technical expertise in all aspects of testing and troubleshooting pulsed power systems. We look for candidates with expertise in electric circuits including experiment setup, live analysis of data during testing, and ability to make changes to improve designs. This position will support LAMP and LANE project activities and regular operations of the LANSCE accelerator.
This position will be filled at either the R&D Engineer 1 or 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level. R&D Engineer 1: $96,600-$158,000The selected R&D Engineer 1 will work under direct supervision of senior engineers and other team members to support the development, testing, and operation of electrical and power systems by:
- Assisting with the design, testing, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of pulsed power systems, including high-voltage power supplies and associated electronics, in support of LANSCE accelerator and its upgrades.
- Supporting the maintenance and troubleshooting of high-voltage/high-current power supplies and associated electronics used in fast rise-time beam-kicker systems.
- Assisting with the planning and implementation of pulsed power systems, such as Blumlein modulators, power electronic systems, and associated high-voltage pulsed power systems, in support of LANSCE operation and upgrades.
- Supporting the development and application of analysis and control systems for pulsed power equipment.
- Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and technical documentation for pulsed power and high-voltage systems to assist with system assembly, maintenance, and issue resolution.
- Assisting with basic circuit analysis using simulation tools such as PSPICE, Multisim, or LTSPICE in evaluating pulsed power system behavior.
- Applying foundational engineering analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, Mathcad) to support modeling and performance evaluation of pulsed power systems.
- Documenting maintenance activities, technical observations, and basic reports to support LANSCE Pulsed Power team recordkeeping and communication.
- Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support the operational readiness of pulsed power systems during accelerator activities.
Providing on-call support for the LANSCE Pulsed Power team after hours and on weekends, typically for one week per 1.5 months during the approximately seven-month accelerator operations period.R&D Engineer 2: $106,400-$176,000The selected R&D Engineer 2 will independently conduct electrical engineering efforts in support of LANSCE high-voltage and pulsed power systems and their upgrades by:
- Performing the design, testing, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of pulsed power systems, including high-voltage power supplies and associated electronics, in support of LANSCE accelerator and its upgrades.
- Performing the maintenance and troubleshooting of high-voltage/high-current power supplies and associated electronics used in fast rise-time beam-kicker systems.
- Planning and implementing pulsed power systems, such as Blumlein modulators, power electronic systems, and associated high-voltage pulsed power systems, in support of LANSCE operation and upgrades.
- Supporting the development and application of analysis and control systems for pulsed power equipment.
- Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and component-level technical documentation to support system assembly, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
- Using circuit simulation tools such as PSPICE, Multisim, LTSPICE, or similar software to analyze circuit behavior and support design and test activities.
- Applying matrix algebra and engineering analysis tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, Mathcad, or similar software to evaluate system performance and support modeling efforts.
- Documenting technical work in clear written reports, test summaries, and presentations, and communicating results effectively to team members and stakeholders.
- Working both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet project objectives.
- Planning, coordinating, and leading test experiments, including preparing test configurations, supporting safe execution, documenting results, and helping drive resolution of identified issues.
Providing on-call support for the LANSCE Pulsed Power team after hours and on weekends, typically for one week per 1.5 months during the approximately seven-month accelerator operations period. What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements: - Experience in the testing, troubleshooting, and characterization of electrical circuits, with the ability to analyze performance, identify anomalous behavior, and implement effective solutions.
- Ability to safely perform hands-on work in a laboratory or experimental environment, including monitoring live tests, diagnosing system issues in real time, and operating within approved electrical and laboratory safety requirements.
- Demonstrated undergraduate training in electrical engineering with the focus on high-voltage and pulsed-power engineering.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Additional Job Requirements for R&D Engineer 2 level: - Demonstrated record of contributions to the design, development, testing, and installation of high-voltage, high-current, or pulsed power systems.
Education/Experience at Level 1: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution related to the occupation combined with 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience at Level 2: Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university and 4 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Preference will be given to candidates with a Master's or a PhD degrees.
Desired Qualifications: - Operations experience at an accelerator facility.
- Demonstrated expertise with complicated pulsed power circuit designs
- Demonstrated experience with EDA and ECAD tools (Cadence, Siemens EDA, Altium, KiCad)
- Experience with automated test and measurement system programs and languages (C++, LabVIEW, NI TestStand)
- A current Q clearance, or the ability to obtain such, which normally requires U.S. citizenship.
Note to Applicants:Each applicant must submit a resume and a cover letter addressing the required skills for full consideration.
Work Environment: Work Location : The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
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