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Senior Instrumentation Electronics Engineer

Lawrence Berkeley Lab
Berkeley, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2025

Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Senior Instrumentations Electronics Engineer to support the Advanced Light Source program. The role involves designing and implementing advanced electronic instrumentation and data acquisition systems for particle accelerators and scientific applications, covering all phases from conceptualization to commissioning.

What You Will Do :

  • Independently or with minimal supervision, assist or lead the development of electronic instrumentation and data acquisition systems for particle accelerators.
  • Apply system design principles to solve complex technical problems in accelerator instrumentation.
  • Collaborate with scientists and engineers to define requirements, specifications, and implement solutions.
  • Engage with a broad range of engineers, scientists, and staff across various disciplines.
  • Perform tasks like circuit design, FPGA system selection, software programming, and implementing test & measurement equipment in the lab and field.
  • Oversee all project phases : design, implementation, integration, testing, and commissioning.
  • Guide less senior staff and contribute to documentation, baseline data, and procedures.
  • Provide cost, scope, and schedule estimates for projects.
  • Represent the lab in external design reviews, workshops, and conferences, and publish work in relevant journals.
  • Ensure the 24 / 7 operation of the ALS user facility, providing occasional off-hours support as needed.
  • Prioritize safety and adhere to Berkeley Lab's policies and training.
  • Contribute to accelerator physics and control systems projects, and lead or contribute to external collaborations.

What is Required :

  • 8 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, 6 years with a Master's, or equivalent experience.
  • Proficient in PCB design software (schematic capture, layout, etc.).
  • Experience with mixed-signal and digital circuit simulation software.
  • Familiarity with FPGA-based electronic designs.
  • Advanced knowledge of instrumentation.
  • Understanding of project engineering, requirements, and design specifications.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Able to collaborate with experts across multiple disciplines.
  • Desired Qualifications :

  • Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining electronic instrumentation systems / devices.
  • Knowledge / experience in accelerator physics and control systems.
  • Proficient with Mentor xPedition / PADS or Cadence Allegro.
  • Experience with Embedded Processor or SoC FPGA systems.
  • Skilled in Python or Matlab.
  • Familiar with commercial network analyzers, data acquisition systems, frequency synthesizers, and oscilloscopes.
  • Salary :

    The expected salary for this position is $158,000.00 - $193,000.00, which fits into the full salary of $140,676.00 - $237,408.00 annually depending upon the candidate's skills, knowledge, and abilities, including education, certifications, and years of experience.

    Notes :

  • This is a full-time career appointment, exempt (monthly paid) from overtime pay.
  • This position is subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
  • Work will be primarily performed at : Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA.
  • Want to learn more about working at Berkeley Lab? Please visit : careers.lbl.gov

    Berkeley Lab is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. In support of our rich community, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

    As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

    Salary : $140,676 - $237,408

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