What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electronics Engineering Associate position at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory?
Berkeley Lab’s Engineering Division is seeking an Electronics Engineering Associate to support the Advanced Light Source (ALS) Electrical Engineering Group. This role involves resolving moderately complex technical issues, collaborating with scientists and engineers, and providing expertise on ALS Beamlines and Storage Ring systems. Responsibilities include electronic design, documentation, procurement, fabrication / installation guidance, and testing of ALS-U and ALS electrical systems. The position requires applying technical skills, scientific principles, and project management within defined procedures to deliver effective solutions.
Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
What You Will Do :
- Apply technical expertise to design and implement experimental equipment and systems, analyzing data, conducting tests, and selecting reliable components based on specifications.
- Collaborate on specifying electrical infrastructure, including AC loads, wiring, and control cabling, ensuring compliance with NEC and LBNL standards.
- Research, specify, and purchase electronic equipment racks and components, ensuring compliance with NEC, NRTL, seismic, and LBNL regulations.
- Maintain documentation for ALS-U electrical systems, including design proposals, specifications, schematics, and installation instructions, using approved CAD tools and adhering to ALS-U and LBNL standards.
- Manage procurement for ALS-U projects, reviewing designs, inspecting products, and ensuring UL compliance.
- Contribute to cost and schedule management for ALS-U electronics projects, utilizing project management tools.
- Provide technical expertise to resolve moderately diverse problems and guide technical personnel.
- Maintain clear communication with project personnel, including logbooks, online repositories, and meeting coordination.
- Develop detailed electrical diagrams (wiring, network, chassis) in AutoCAD Electrical; manage Bill of Materials and inventory; improve documentation processes.
- Coordinate fabrication and installation of ALS-U hardware, ensuring adherence to design specifications and quality standards.
- Develop and execute verification plans, oversee testing to ensure system compliance, and recommend design improvements.
- Contribute to establishing electrical design guidelines, maintain knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, UL 508A, and ALS soldering / build standards.
Additional Responsibilities as Needed :
What is Required :
The expected salary range of this position is between $93,000.00- $115,000.00 annually, which falls into the full salary range of $82,728.00 - $139,644.00 annually. The final salary depends upon the candidate’s skills, knowledge, and abilities, including education, certifications, and years of experience.
Notes :
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Berkeley Lab is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility and strives to continue building community with these shared values and commitments. Berkeley Lab is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We heartily welcome applications from women, minorities, veterans, and all who would contribute to the Lab's mission of leading scientific discovery, inclusion, and professionalism. In support of our diverse global 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.
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Salary : $82,728 - $139,644
