Electrical Engineer/Applied Physicist - Pulsed Power

Company: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Location: Livermore
Posted on: June 22, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description
We have an opening for an Electrical Engineer/Applied Physicist to -develop creative and innovative solutions for various products associated with the Advanced Sources and Detectors (ASD) project and contribute to the research and development of next-generation pulsed power systems and experimental platforms. You will be responsible for the design, instrumentation, and execution of unique experiments related to Solid State Pulse Power drivers, the Linear Induction Accelerator cells and all the support systems. You will bring innovation and technical excellence to bear on challenging technical problems and develop novel engineering practices and approaches to continually improve performance and reliability of the systems. - This -position is in the National Security Engineering Division (NSED) within the LLNL Engineering Directorate.This position will be filled at either -level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level. -In this role -you will -

• Design, test, and analyze pulsed power and electromagnetic devices and components in support of state-of-the-art pulsed power experimental platform research and development.
• Provide electronics and electrical system level design solutions to include architecture development, trade study analysis, and qualification processes and execute systems engineering processes to include requirements development, interface definitions, and verification activities.
• Simulate electromagnetic and/or physical phenomena using the appropriate simulation tools, which may range from SPICE-based circuit solvers to magnetohydrodynamic or full-wave electromagnetic solvers running on LLNL's Advanced Scientific Computing (ASC) platforms.
• Participate in the production of system specifications, design documentation, simulated system performance, test plans, tested hardware and software, and participate in design reviews.
• Adhere to the highest standards of personnel and facility safety while leading the execution of high-energy, multi-hazard system demonstrations and experiments with a multidisciplinary team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.Additional job responsibilities, at the SES.3 -level -
  • Provide solutions to complex problems that require in-depth analysis and the creative use of established and/or innovative methods.
  • Propose, contrive, and conduct in-depth briefings to executive management and government sponsors.
  • Propose and execute significant experiment campaigns to substantiate programmatic goals. - -
    Qualifications
    
    • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
    • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field, or the equivalent combination of education and relevant previous experience.
    • Ability to devise innovative solutions to moderately complex to complex problems in electromagnetics (including impedance matching, high-voltage breakdown mitigation, antenna design and transmission line design, or electromagnetic diagnostic and instrumentation, and related areas).
    • Broad experience developing numerical models (using Python, MATLAB, SPICE, Mathematica or similar) to design, analyze, and predict the behavior of moderately complex to complex electromagnetic systems.
    • Aptitude for (and interest in) mastering new fields of engineering and physics; a record of creativity, physical insight, and breadth of understanding in applications of moderately complex to complex physical processes.
    • Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks, projects, and priorities.
    • Proficient verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively collaborate and present and explain technical information in a multi-disciplinary team environment.Additional qualifications at the SES.3 -level
      • Advanced knowledge of a specific area of science related to pulsed power and electromagnetic hardware design, analysis, or simulation.
      • Ability to provide solutions to complex problems that require in-depth analysis of multiple factors.
      • Advanced verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively collaborate in a team environment and present and explain technical information and provide advice to management.Qualifications We Desire
        • Advanced degree (Masters -or PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field, or the equivalent combination of education and relevant previous experience.
          Additional Information
          All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Position InformationThis is a Career Indefinite position. Lab employees and external candidates may be considered for this position.Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?
          • Included in 2022 -Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
          • Work for a premier innovative national Laboratory
          • Comprehensive
          • Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
          • Collaborative, creative, inclusive, and fun team environmentLearn more about our company, selection process, position types and security clearances by visiting our . -COVID-19 Vaccination MandateLLNL demonstrates its commitment to public safety by requiring that all new Laboratory employees be immunized against COVID-19 unless granted an accommodation under applicable state or federal law. This requirement will apply to all new hires including those who will be working on site, as well as those who will be teleworking.Security ClearanceThis position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. - -If you are selected, we -will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you -meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. In addition, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. - Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. - -For additional information, please see . -Pre-Employment Drug TestExternal applicant(s) selected for this position will be required to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.Equal Employment OpportunityLLNL is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer that values and hires a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please submit a request via our . -California -Privacy NoticeThe California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles -job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed .PandoLogic. Keywords: Electrical Engineer, Location: Livermore, CA - 94551 , PL: 535530755

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