Electronics Engineering Technologist

About the role

The Electronics Engineering Technologist will support operations at the 88-Inch Cyclotron, a key experimental user facility for nuclear science and applied physics research.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and/or install complex electronics hardware including chassis, instruments, printed circuit boards, cables, wiring harnesses, equipment racks and consoles, and control and instrumentation inter-connect cabling systems.
• Operate hand, power and machine tools of the trade.
• Read and interpret schematics, sketches, parts lists, and component layout diagrams.
• Follow generalized written or verbal instructions. Select appropriate components, packaging enclosures and manufacturing techniques and procedures. Implement appropriate codes and standards associated with the trade.
• Interact with engineers, designers and electronics coordinators on matters relating to finished product design, technical performance and documentation criteria. Provide input to cost estimates and production/installation scheduling.
• Perform all duties in compliance with applicable Environment, Health and Safety rules and regulations as described in LBL Pub-3000 and other related documents. Proactively promote and participate in matters relating to safety and environmentally sensitive work practices.
• Support Lab-wide and Engineering Division Workplace goals. Be sensitive to the needs of all employees and contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a nurturing work environment.

Requirements

• Level 2: Understanding of electronics fabrication and installation techniques, procedures, codes and quality standards. Work experience in fabricating and installing the full spectrum of general electronics hardware and systems. Ability to successfully accomplish assignments under only general guidance and limited supervision. Knowledge of and ability to use appropriate hand power and machine tools of the trade. Ability to perform design layouts requiring general measurements and calculations. Ability to read and correctly interpret schematics, sketches, parts lists, and component layout diagrams. Color vision sufficient to discern wiring and component color codes, and safety related colored signs, lamps and warning devices. Ability to climb stairs and ladders, work from heights and confined spaces, and lift 23 kg (50 lbs.).
• Level 3: Minimum of 4-6 years of related work experience in performing advanced technical support in the field of electronics test, maintenance and development. Advanced understanding of electronics theory, electro-mechanical, scientific principles, and mathematics. Experience and ability to use complex test equipment, diagnostic routines and procedures and appropriate hand, and power tools of the trade. Experience operating a variety of electronics test equipment including oscilloscopes, digital and analog multimeters, function generators and pulse generators. AA Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology, Computer Science or Computer Technology or the equivalent in formal military or industrial training. Extensive knowledge and understanding of ALS Radiation Protective Interlock Systems. Ability to Execute detailed procedures and repairs to ensure personnel are provided adequate protection against radiation hazards. Broad knowledge of high voltage and high current power supplies and RF systems. General electronics drafting and design-documentation skills. Knowledge of NFPA 70E electrical safety work practices.

Qualifications

• High school/ trade school courses, military experience in tool usage, soldering, blueprint / schematic reading, and general AC and DC circuit theory.
• Computer-Aided electronics drafting and design-documentation skills. Visio, OmniGraffle, draw.io
• General personal computer application skills with Google Workspace or MS Office.
• Planning, mentoring, organizing and writing skills.

Skills & Knowledge

• Level 2: High school/ trade school courses, military experience in tool usage, soldering, blueprint / schematic reading, and general AC and DC circuit theory.
• Computer-Aided electronics drafting and design-documentation skills. Visio, OmniGraffle, draw.io
• General personal computer application skills with Google Workspace or MS Office.
• Planning, mentoring, organizing and writing skills.
• Level 3: AA Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology, Computer Science or Computer Technology or the equivalent in formal military or industrial training.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of ALS Radiation Protective Interlock Systems. Ability to Execute detailed procedures and repairs to ensure personnel are provided adequate protection against radiation hazards.
• Broad knowledge of high voltage and high current power supplies and RF systems.
• General electronics drafting and design-documentation skills.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E electrical safety work practices.

Benefits

Appointment type: This is a full-time career appointment, non-exempt (hourly paid), eligible for overtime pay.

Salary range: Level 2: The expected hourly range for the Electronics Engineering Technologist position is $40.90 - $49.18, which fits into the full hourly range of $36.77 - $53.32 depending upon the candidate's skills, knowledge, and abilities. This includes education, certifications, and years of experience. Level 3: The expected hourly range for the Electronics Engineering Technologist position is $49.72 - $59.77, which fits into the full hourly range of $44.69 - $64.79 depending upon the candidate's skills, knowledge, and abilities. This includes education, certifications, and years of experience.

Pay

Appointment type: This is a full-time career appointment, non-exempt (hourly paid), eligible for overtime pay.

Salary range: Level 2: The expected hourly range for the Electronics Engineering Technologist position is $40.90 - $49.18, which fits into the full hourly range of $36.77 - $53.32 depending upon the candidate's skills, knowledge, and abilities. This includes education, certifications, and years of experience. Level 3: The expected hourly range for the Electronics Engineering Technologist position is $49.72 - $59.77, which fits into the full hourly range of $44.69 - $64.79 depending upon the candidate's skills, knowledge, and abilities. This includes education, certifications, and years of experience.

Schedule

Appointment type: This is a full-time career appointment, non-exempt (hourly paid), eligible for overtime pay.

Salary range: Level 2: The expected hourly range for the Electronics Engineering Technologist position is $40.90 - $49.18, which fits into the full hourly range of $36.77 - $53.32 depending upon the candidate's skills, knowledge, and abilities. This includes education, certifications, and years of experience. Level 3: The expected hourly range for the Electronics Engineering Technologist position is $49.72 - $59.77, which fits into the full hourly range of $44.69 - $64.79 depending upon the candidate's skills, knowledge, and abilities. This includes education, certifications, and years of experience.