Senior / Principal Electronics Engineering Associate

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Senior or Principal Electronics Engineering Associate to provide expert technical support for electrical and electronic systems within the Advanced Light Source (ALS) and ALS Upgrade (ALS-U) projects, with a focus on advanced cable plant infrastructure. This role involves providing assistance and design support for structured cabling systems, managing documentation, procurement, fabrication, and testing to ensure system performance.

This position requires hands-on experience in cable plant environments, a background in electronics or electrical engineering, and strong skills in proactive problem-solving and strategic decision-making within established practices and policies. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing ALS-U objectives by delivering high-quality technical solutions for various electrical designs, mentoring team members, solving technical challenges, and ensuring the reliable and efficient implementation of ALS-U projects.

What You Will Do :

• Assist in designing and installing cable plant systems, including structured cabling and infrastructure.
• Work with cables, power supplies, and control devices in cable trays and trenches.
• Ensure compliance with electrical requirements (voltage, resistance, grounding, power).
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues and maintain necessary qualifications (e.g., Qualified Electrical Worker, NFPA 70E).
• Design and assist in implementing experimental systems, conducting tests, and selecting reliable components.
• Test cables for continuity, signal strength, and interference post-installation.
• Document cabling systems and designs using CAD tools, adhering to LBNL standards.
• Monitor project progress and ensure alignment with organizational goals, safety, budget, and timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Coordinate with other trades (electricians, technicians) to avoid conflicts.
• Use procurement systems (ePro / eBuy) and assist in procuring electronics, racks, and infrastructure per industry standards (NEC, NRTL, LBNL).

Additional Responsibilities as Needed :

What is Required :

Senior Electronics Engineering Associate :

In Addition to the Above, Principal Electronics Engineering Associate :

Desired Qualifications :

Salary :

Senior Electronics Engineering Associate :

The expected salary for this position is $111,000.00 - $136,000.00, which fits into the full salary of $99,000.00 - $167,100.00 annually depending upon the candidate's skills, knowledge, and abilities, including education, certifications, and years of experience.

Principal Electronics Engineering Associate :

The expected salary for this position is $135,000.00 - $165,000.00, which fits into the full salary of $119,988.00 - $202,488.00 annually depending upon the candidate's skills, knowledge, and abilities, including education, certifications, and years of experience.

Notes :

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Salary : $99,000 - $167,100