Los Alamos National Laboratory · 2 weeks ago
Pulsed Power Engineering Technologist 1 (Engineering Technologist 1)
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$86K/yr - $140K/yr
2+ years expLos Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. They are seeking a Pulsed Power Engineering Technologist I to join the Pulsed Power Team, where the main responsibilities include maintaining and upgrading pulsed power systems and designing new pulsed power sources.
Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Performing electrical and mechanical maintenance of the pulsed power systems driving the DARHT accelerators
Maintaining, refurbishing, and upgrading DARHT linear induction cells
Performing electrical and mechanical assembly, installation, and maintenance of DARHT pulsed power test stands
Operating pulsed power test stands and verifying that equipment passes electrical and mechanical tests
Writing technical reports, documents, and presentations
Maintaining up to date documentation of procedures, processes, and equipment
Operating cranes and forklifts
Qualification
Required
Proven experience working with electrical circuits and high voltage components
Ability to read and understand electrical schematics
Proven history fabricating electrical equipment and components (e.g., soldering and wiring)
Demonstrated knowledge and experience working on mechanical systems with hand and/or power tools
Working knowledge of vacuum systems
Operating power supplies, scopes, digitizers, and laboratory data acquisition systems
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills and demonstrated experience interacting with all levels of personnel and customers
Willing to acquire new skills and step out of your comfort zone
Fast learner
Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, Science, Math or related degree from an accredited institution and 2 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Preferred
Demonstrated experience working with pulsed power, electrical energy storage, electrical switching circuits or other types of high-energy systems
Demonstrated experience working on pulsed power or high voltage systems
Proven safety knowledge with HV electrical circuits
Specific knowledge of MOSFETs, SCRs, and analog design
Demonstrated experience working in environments with a high level of operational formality
Knowledge of and experience in fundamentals of electrical engineering including circuit design, modeling, and circuit simulation tools such as SPICE
Experience with linear induction accelerators
Benefits
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Company
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security, is
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2023-08-16Grant
2023-05-19Grant
2023-01-17Grant
Leadership Team
Alex Delaney
R&D Engineer, Detonation Science and Technology
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