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Los Alamos National Laboratory · 7 hours ago

Electrical Engineer (R&D Engineer 1/2)

Los Alamos, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$104K/yr - $172K/yr

2+ years exp

Los Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The selected candidate will design, implement, and maintain critical interlock and protection systems ensuring safety at the LANSCE facility, while collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams and supporting system installations.

Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Maintain and support critical personnel and equipment protection systems at the LANSCE Accelerator Facility

Design, test, implement, and document new and upgraded protective systems, including schematics and drawings

Troubleshoot and develop digital, analog, and mixed-signal electronics, including PLCs, FPGAs, microcontrollers, and PCB design

Complete formal training and participate in an on-call rotation, including occasional nights and weekends to

Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams and support system installations, including outdoor work, ladder use, and entry into controlled radiation areas when needed

Lead design, testing, fabrication, and installation of R&D projects, including scheduling, cost estimates, and status reporting

Collaborate on designs across teams, divisions, and external partners

Provide technical leadership and mentor team members

Develop technical reports, schematics, and presentation materials

Qualification

AnalogDigital circuitsTroubleshooting complex systemsProgramming languagesFPGA developmentCAD/ECAD softwareTechnical documentationTechnical leadershipMentoring team membersCommunication skills

Required

Proven experience in designing both analog and digital electronic circuits

Skilled in troubleshooting complex systems using tools such as oscilloscopes, DVMs, and function generators

Proficient in reading and interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings

Knowledge of multiple programming languages, including embedded C, Verilog/VHDL, and ladder logic

Familiar with low-level FPGA and microcontroller development

Experienced with CAD/ECAD software such as AutoCAD, Mentor Graphics, or Altium Designer

Ability to obtain a Q clearance (U.S. citizenship typically required)

Experience providing technical direction to technologists, technicians, and junior engineers

Experience in writing and reviewing technical documents such as system operating/testing procedures and engineering design changes

Demonstrated mixed signal design work, preferably incorporating bare metal FPGAs and/or microcontrollers into custom PCBs

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

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation