What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technical Assistant - Electrical position at Argonne National Laboratory?
We are seeking a highly skilled Engineering Technical Assistant-Electrical to join the Transportation Research Operations section of the Engineering Operation and Facilities team (EOF). This position supports Argonne National Laboratory's Grid Integration Technology group, a leading provider of innovative solutions for sustainable energy management, specializing in electric vehicle charging infrastructure. We are committed to developing cutting-edge technologies that optimize energy usage and promote environmental sustainability. The EOF division partners to provide vital technical support to Argonne's Transportation and Power Systems (TAPS) research division. The selected candidate will be deployed, working at Argonne's Smart Energy Plaza, supporting electrical and mechanical design and installations.
As an Electrical Technical Assistant, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining experimental setups for both low-power electronic systems and high-voltage / high-power AC and DC systems. You will work closely with engineers and researchers to build and maintain research test equipment, project enclosures, building system wiring retrofit to accommodate new technologies, and developing functional test procedures to ensure all systems operate safely and effectively. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in advancing our research on EVs, mobility solutions, and grid-connected technologies.
Key Responsibilities :
- Design, build, and maintain test equipment and experimental setups for low power electronics and high voltage / power AC and DC systems.
- Design and set up EV charging solutions to deliver high voltage and high power safely and reliably.
- Perform hands-on mechanical work using plastic, metal, electrical and wood as required by the project
- Conduct independent assignments with limited direction.
- Supervise and guide non-exempt technicians as needed.
- Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures, particularly regarding high-voltage systems.
- Install, program, and operate data acquisition equipment.
- Perform electrical repairs, design, and assembly of electrical equipment from scratch.
- Work on high-voltage EV systems, adhering to safety protocols.
- Communicate effectively in both written and oral formats, including technical documentation.
Position Requirements
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Job Family
Professional Technical (PT)
Job Profile
Facilities Engineering 2
Worker Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
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