Electronics Engineer II - Data Acquisition

Job ID: 13504

Location: Newport News, VA

Category: Engineering

Division: Physics

Position Type: Regular

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Experience Required: 4 years

Relocation Provided: Yes

Position Description

Come join our team at Jefferson Lab, where great minds matter .

Posting Date: 02/20/25

Salary Range: $89,800 - $142,100 (SEII)

Work Location Type: Hybrid (combination of on-site and remote work based on business need)

What Your Job Will Be Like

Perform multiple design engineering activities in support and development of high-performance electronics instrumentation for nuclear physics experimental apparatus and associated data acquisition systems for the 12GeV experimental programs. These design activities include, but are not limited to, circuit board designing, simulation, firmware development using industry VHDL tools, procuring and testing circuitry and managing wiring systems using CAD tools. Interaction with industry partners and assist in fabrication, diagnosis, debugging and installation of electronics related to particle detectors are the primary activities, and there are also activities related to the continued research and development of higher speed electronics for support of streaming readout technology.

In This Role You Will

• Develop, simulate, test and deploy algorithms and FPGA firmware for data acquisition modules.
• Develop and manage scheduling and provide appropriate documentation for projects of moderate complexity. This includes estimating costs, assess required resources and their availability in a timely manner for effective project performance.
• Manage the diagnosis, debugging, troubleshooting, testing and installation of boards, chassis and detector sub-systems using electronic test equipment and data acquisition systems.
• Lead the development, design, implementation and assembly for electronics boards and sub-systems.
• Design and test printed circuit boards and supporting circuitry using CAD tools, including schematic capture, layout, assembly, test, FPGA coding and procurement of components and services.
• Develop, implement and document testing strategies and protocols for electronics modules and sub-systems under computer control.
• Manage the full cycle of board, module and system development from concept through execution, including any required light mechanical fabrication in support of the electronic circuitry.
• Interface with physicists, engineers, firmware and software developers and technicians to verify/generate requirements and acquire feedback.
• Ensure documentation is complete and current.
• Responsible for projects involving multiple people and groups.
• Plans projects and tasks and leads technical staff to program completion.
  
  

Qualification We Require

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  
  

Experience

• 4 or more years relevant Experience
  
  

Experience And Education Exchange

Education above the minimum may be substituted for experience.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must have strong demonstrated skills in FPGA firmware and algorithm development for fast signal processing from particle detectors.,
• Must have demonstrated skills in advanced DAQ systems.,
• Must have strong background in circuit theory and devices.,
• Demonstrated experience with CAD software with emphasis on circuit design and simulation (SPICE), printed circuit boards and testing.,
• Must have strong skills in PC based testing software, such as LabView, and business software such as Word and Excel.,
• Independently perform advanced board level debugging, calibration and testing procedures.,
• DSP techniques and simulations using MatLab or other software.,
• HDL programming for FPGAs using Xilinx, Altera or other development software.,
• Experienced with electronic test equipment (Oscilloscope, Digital multi-meter (DMM), function generator),
• Familiarity with NEC regulations.,
• Perform high reliability thru-hole and SMT soldering and be familiar with PCB fabrication and assembly technologies.,
• Good oral and written communication skills and be able to work as part of a team with other technical and professional staff.,
• Must be able to use powered hand tools.,
• Ability to organize and prioritize projects and tasks under their direction.,
• Problem solving, organization and prioritization of tasks while working in a safe manner.,
• Knowledgeable in all areas of the group's scope with the demonstrated ability to achieve the required level of proficiency.,
• Demonstrated responsibility for fiscal tasks while achieving goals within budget.,
  
  

Qualifications We Prefer

Education

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
  
  

About Jefferson Lab

Join a community with a common purpose of solving the most challenging scientific and engineering problems of our time. The Jefferson Lab campus is located in southeastern Virginia amidst a vibrant and growing technology community. A career at Jefferson Lab is more than a job. You will be part of “big science” and work alongside top scientists and engineers from around the world unlocking the secrets of our visible universe. Managed by Jefferson Science Associates, LLC; Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is entering an exciting period of mission growth and is seeking new team members ready to apply their skills and passion to have an impact. You could call it work, or you could call it a mission. We call it a challenge. We do things that will change the world.

Total Rewards at Jefferson Lab

Benefits

At Jefferson Lab, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave)
• 401(k) Plan – 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested
• Flexible Work Arrangements (Remote & Alternate Work Schedules available)
• Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs
• Live near the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay region with access to nearby beaches, mountains, and all major metropolitan centers on the East Coast
  
  

Jefferson Science Associates, LLC (JSA) manages and operates the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab). JSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, or veteran status or on any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. As part of the JSA’s equal employment opportunity policy, we also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that minority group individuals, females, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, Armed Forces, and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities.

JSA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities (unless doing so will result in an undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting @ jlab.org or call (757) 269-7100 to provide the nature of your request. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.

Employment with JSA is conditional upon DOE approval if at any time during your employment you are participating in a Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Program or Affiliated activity. Generally, such programs/activities include any foreign-state-sponsored attempt to acquire U.S.-funded scientific research through programs run or funded by the government that target scientists, engineers, students, academics, researchers, and entrepreneurs of all nationalities working or educated in the United States. This includes positions or appointments, both domestic and foreign, titled academic, professional, or institutional appointments whether or not remuneration is received and whether full-time, part-time or voluntary.