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Los Alamos National Laboratory · 15 hours ago

Engineer 3/4 (R&D Engineer)

Los Alamos, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$150K/yr - $261K/yr

6+ years exp

Los Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. They are seeking an experienced R&D Engineer to support and lead operations of high-performance RF systems, involving both hands-on and technical leadership in the operation, troubleshooting, and upgrade of RF amplifiers and power modulator systems.

Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead large-scale engineering efforts to redesign and upgrade high-voltage and Diacrode amplifier systems at the front end of the LANSCE linac

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and integrate complex RF systems and high-power components

Own the full design and procurement process, including defining electrical, thermal, and mechanical interfaces, and developing installation plans that ensure system performance, reliability, and safety

Conduct hazard analyses and prepare safety documentation to maintain regulatory compliance

Generate comprehensive technical documentation to support long-term maintenance and operational reliability

Mentor junior engineers, providing guidance in engineering best practices and system-level thinking

Qualification

RF amplifier systemsHigh-power electrical systemsAnalogDigital systemsProject managementLabView programmingPLC programmingMatlab/SimulinkHazard analysisCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Extensive experience with RF amplifier systems (solid-state and tube-based) and high-power electrical systems, including transformers, rectifiers, and high-voltage DC or pulsed power supplies

Proficiency with laboratory and RF test equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum/network analyzers, signal generators, RF power meters) and hands-on troubleshooting of high-voltage electronics

Strong ability to design, implement, and troubleshoot analog, digital, and RF systems using schematic capture and simulation tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Eagle, PSpice, LTSpice); experience with PLC and/or FPGA programming

Demonstrated capability to develop specifications, schematics, and test documentation, and to clearly communicate technical concepts to varied audiences

Proven track record of independently contributing to and occasionally leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects; skilled in translating technical requirements into effective, high-performance designs

Expert knowledge and hands-on experience with vacuum tube based high-power microwave and radio-frequency amplifiers

Proven leadership in managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects involving cross-functional teams

Demonstrated ability to oversee project budgets and schedules, proactively adjusting plans to align with customer requirements and organizational goals

Skilled in conducting comprehensive hazard analyses and developing safety documentation to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of high-voltage equipment

Position requires a master's degree in engineering from an accredited institution and 6 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level a Ph.D. may be preferred

Position requires a master's degree in engineering from an accredited institution and 12 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level a Ph.D. may be preferred

Preferred

Experience with NI LabView and LabView/FPGA programming

Experience with PLC and/or process control programming

Experience with matrix algebra and block diagram simulation software (Matlab/Simulink, Scilab/Xcos, etc.)

Demonstrated ability to perform AC power design calculations, such as in-rush current, voltage drop, sequence currents, THD (total harmonic distortion)

Demonstrated ability to perform DC power supply calculations, such as ripple-voltage, leakage current, stored-energy

Demonstrated experience draft software to generate P&IDs, electrical drawings, red lines, etc

Operations experience at an accelerator facility