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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory · 1 day ago

Control Systems Hardware Engineer

Livermore, CA, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$122K/yr - $154K/yr

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is seeking multiple Control Systems Hardware Engineers to provide engineering solutions for developing, implementing, and maintaining control systems hardware in the National Ignition Facility (NIF). The role involves contributing to the design and development of new hardware and system upgrades to enhance performance and reliability of control systems.

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Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Work under general direction and follow established procedures to contribute to project and organizational objectives in support of National Ignition Facility control systems

Provide controls and embedded systems hardware solutions that support the definition, design, documentation, assembly, fielding, and maintenance of National Ignition Facility control systems. This includes precise motion control for optical alignment, laser diagnostics, industrial controls, among other types of control technologies

Contribute to daily activities by providing engineering support for deployment, activation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of control system hardware of limited complexity, using standard techniques and methodologies

Assist in developing and maintaining system requirement specifications and control system designs with guidance from senior engineers, ensuring they are consistent with project goals and established standards

Help minimize project risks by participating in formal and informal design reviews, providing input on technical issues, and implementing feedback from more experienced staff

Maintain close communication with scientists, engineers, technicians, and designers to support effective collaboration, provide status on assigned tasks, and facilitate end user communication within the scope of assigned work

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Control systems hardwareMotion controlEmbedded hardware integrationAnalogDigital circuitsData acquisitionElectronic measurement toolsDocumentation standardsTeam collaborationVerbal communicationWritten communication

Required

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship

Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline related to electronics, electrical engineering, controls, or a related technical field, or the equivalent combination of education and related experience

Fundamental knowledge and practical experience in one or more of the following areas: Motion control using open and closed loop feedback with DC and/or AC motors

Fundamental knowledge and practical experience in one or more of the following areas: Industrial analog and digital circuit implementation for controls or instrumentation hardware

Fundamental knowledge and practical experience in one or more of the following areas: Integration of embedded hardware into systems, preferably in high EMI environments

Fundamental knowledge and practical experience in one or more of the following areas: Analog and discrete instrumentation such as sensors, actuators, and controllers

Fundamental knowledge and practical experience in one or more of the following areas: Data acquisition and basic signal conditioning or processing

Basic understanding and application of documentation standards, including drawings, procedures, statements of work, and test plans, with the ability to follow established formats and practices

Experience using standard electronic measurement and diagnostic tools, such as oscilloscopes and TDRs, to support testing and troubleshooting activities

Experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team, including collaborating with scientists, engineers, technicians, and designers

Experience supporting control systems during some portion of the engineering lifecycle, such as assembly, integration, testing, or maintenance

Sufficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively in a team environment and to present and explain technical information on assigned tasks