Berkeley Lab · 3 months ago
Scientific Engineering Associate
Berkeley, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$7,046/mo - $11,893/moLawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) is hiring a Scientific Engineering Associate to join the Berkeley Accelerator Controls and Instrumentation Program within the Accelerator Technology & Applied Physics Division. In this role, the SEA will contribute to the development of control systems for advanced quantum computing research, working on projects like the Advanced Quantum Testbed and the Quantum Systems Accelerator.
Research
Responsibilities
Contribute to the development, testing, and optimization of the Quantum Bit Control System (QubiC)
Design and implement electronic hardware, including schematic capture, PCB layout and bring-up, and rackmount chassis and panel design
Assemble and test a variety of PCBs, such as FPGA, RF, analog front-end, and peripheral boards
Develop mechanical chassis with attention to thermal management, power distribution, and system integration needs
Collaborate with the team to design and validate hardware modules that enhance system performance and scalability
Document system requirements, design approaches, and testing procedures for deployment
Coordinate fabrication with external vendors, including quoting, order tracking, and quality control
Work effectively both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
Adhere to EH&S guidelines to ensure a safe laboratory and office environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, or a related field
Demonstrated R&D experience in RF and digital electronics, including PCB design, testing, and system-level integration
Hands-on experience with PCB layout, testing, debugging, and surface-mount rework/repair
Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers
Experience with CAD tools for electronic and mechanical design
Familiarity with the design, implementation, and maintenance of electronic instrumentation systems or devices
Programming experience in Python for test automation or system control
Ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate technical resources to meet project goals
Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly document and present technical results
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment
Willingness and ability to learn new tools, technologies, and techniques as project needs evolve
Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and following established EH&S protocols
Preferred
Experience with open-source CAD tools, including KiCAD for PCB design and FreeCAD for mechanical design
Hands-on experience with Xilinx FPGA development, including chip- and board-level design
Familiarity with Linux-based operating systems and development environments
Working knowledge of additional programming languages such as C, C++, or Rust
Company
Berkeley Lab
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