Power Electronics Engineer
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory conducting multidisciplinary research in computing, AI, energy, materials, nuclear science, neutron science, isotopes, and national security.
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About Oak Ridge National Laboratory
ORNL is a government-owned, contractor-operated U.S. Department of Energy research laboratory in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. UT-Battelle operates ORNL for DOE; the laboratory currently provides AI and high-performance-computing capabilities alongside science and engineering research infrastructure.
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About the Role
You will support high-voltage accelerator operations, evaluate and upgrade converter modulators and power systems, plan maintenance projects, develop engineering documentation, procure components, ensure safety compliance, and present technical work.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and at least 5 years of proven experience, or an equivalent combination
- Understanding of analog and digital circuits and circuit theory
- Experience planning and managing major technical projects
- Ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge
- Complete a favorable background investigation
Responsibilities
- Evaluate high-voltage converter modulators, power supplies, and kicker and chopper systems
- Support 24/7 accelerator operations and occasional after-hours call-ins
- Plan and implement maintenance and upgrades
- Develop documentation for design, installation, training, testing, maintenance, and procurement
- Specify, procure, and develop subsystems and components
- Present work at conferences, workshops, and sponsor reviews
- Ensure environmental, safety, health, and quality compliance
- Collaborate on proposals and train others
Benefits
- Medical plans
- Retirement plans
- Flexible work hours
- On-site fitness facilities
- On-site banking facilities
- Cafeteria facilities
- Prescription drug plan
- Dental plan
- Vision plan
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Contributory pension plan
- Life insurance
- Disability benefits
- Vacation and holidays
- Parental leave
- Legal insurance with identity theft protection
- Employee assistance plan
- Flexible spending accounts
- Health savings accounts
- Wellness programs
- Educational assistance
- Employee discounts
- Relocation assistance