Electrical Engineer - R&D S&E(Senior or Principal)
Company Name:
Sandia National Laboratories
About Sandia: Sandia National Laboratories is the nation''s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. We are a world-class team of scientists, engineers, technologists, post docs, and visiting researchers all focused on cutting-edge technology, ranging from homeland defense, global security, biotechnology, and environmental preservation to energy and combustion research, computer security, and nuclear defense. To learn more, visit . Department Description: The Advanced Accelerator Physics Department at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, NM develops the world''s most advanced pulsed-power-accelerator technology. We apply the technology to the development of superpower accelerators; i.e., those that deliver a multi-terawatt multi-megajoule electromagnetic pulse to a physics package that serves as the load of the accelerator. Various types of loads are fielded by the user community, who conduct material-physics, weapon-effects, inertial-confinement-fusion, astrophysics, radiation-physics, and other high-energy-density-physics experiments in support of Department of Energy programs. We address all the principal components of a large accelerator: the master trigger generator that initiates the accelerator-firing sequence, small Marx generators that serve as part of the accelerator''s triggering system, large Marx generators that convert energy stored in capacitors to the accelerator''s primary electrical-power pulse, multi-megavolt laser-triggered gas switches that amplify the pulse, a system of lasers that trigger the gas switches, water-insulated switches that perform additional power amplification, water-insulated transmission lines, a multi-level insulator stack that serves as the accelerator''s vacuum interface, a system of self-magnetically insulated vacuum transmission lines (MITLs) that is located within the stack, a post-hole vacuum convolute that delivers the output power of the MITLs to a physics-package load, and the load itself. We conduct accelerator-physics experiments on Sandia''s Z pulsed-power machine, which generates an 80-terawatt 26-megampere 100-nanosecond electrical power pulse. (The steady-state electrical-power-generating capacity installed worldwide is 5 terawatts.) Z is, by far, the world''s largest and most powerful pulsed-power accelerator. Z experiments routinely deliver megajoules of electrical energy to a physics-package load with nanosecond precision. Z-pinch loads driven by the Z machine, which are among the world''s most powerful x-ray sources, radiate as much as 330 terawatts and 2.4 megajoules in a 5-nanosecond pulse. We also conduct experiments on two linear transformer drivers (LTDs): Mykonos, which is a multi-cavity LTD module that presently generates a 0.16-terawatt 0.8-megampere pulse, and LTD III, which is a single LTD cavity that presently generates an 0.08-terawatt 0.75-megampere pulse. Mykonos is the world''s most powerful megampere-class LTD module; LTD III is the world''s highest-power-density LTD cavity, and the world''s foremost LTD-component-development facility. An LTD converts energy stored in capacitors to a usable electrical-power pulse in a single step, and is substantially more efficient than conventional pulsed-power technology. Hence we expect LTDs to replace Marx drivers in next-generation accelerators. In addition to conducting experiments at Z, Mykonos, LTD III, and other facilities, we develop new pulsed-power components and accelerators; develop mathematical models of pulsed-power components and accelerators; and perform analytic and numerical calculations. The principal goals of this work are to improve the understanding of accelerator physics; apply the understanding to the development of advanced accelerator technology; use the technology to upgrade continually the performance of Z, Mykonos, LTD III, and other machines; and establish the technical foundation upon which we will build next-generation pulsed-power accelerators in support of a variety of DOE programs. We publish the results of our work in premier peer-reviewed physics and engineering journals, and are committed to maintaining a strong publication record. How to Apply: Click on the Apply button at the top or bottom of this screen, follow the instructions to upload a resume, and complete the submission process to indicate your interest in this position. Job
Summary: The Advanced Accelerator Physics Department at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, NM has an opening for a member of the technical staff. The staff member will conduct accelerator-physics experiments at Z, Mykonos, LTD IV, and other facilities; develop new pulsed-power components and accelerators; develop mathematical models of pulsed-power components and accelerators; perform analytic and numerical calculations; and publish results in premier peer-reviewed physics and engineering journals. The principal goals of this work will be to improve the understanding of accelerator physics; apply the understanding to the development of advanced accelerator technology; use the technology to upgrade continually Z, Mykonos, LTD III, and other machines; and establish the technical foundation upon which we will build next-generation pulsed-power accelerators in support of a variety of DOE programs. Work hazards: High voltage, lasers, x rays, neutron radiation, radioactive materials (such as activated stainless steel and tritium), nuclear materials (such as plutonium and uranium), beryllium, asphyxiating gases (such as sulfur hexafluoride, helium, and hydrogen), chemical explosives, explosive gases (such as hydrogen), toxic chemicals, solvents, elevated work platforms, ladders, confined spaces, large and heavy pieces of equipment, overhead cranes, forklifts, open water tank, open oil tank, high-pressure systems, vacuum systems, and cryogenic systems. This job series applies integrated technical judgment--which requires using the scientific method to recognize and formulate problems, to collect data through observation and experimentation, and to formulate and test hypotheses--to anticipate, innovate, and deliver solutions to Sandia National Laboratories missions. Roots the work in the fundamentals of science and engineering while applying a deep understanding of engineering and scientific principles. Creates and applies scientific theories and laws and engineering methods used within scientific and engineering disciplines to develop or demonstrate new designs, concepts, materials, machines, products, processes, or systems. Uses physical and computational simulation, analysis, and evaluation as inherent activities of development. Plans, conducts, and executes Sandia''s science and engineering programs within the spectrum of fundamental research, development, or demonstration. Researches, designs, and tests new electrical or electromagnetic components, equipment, systems, and networks using the technology of electricity, especially equipment for power generation and distribution or for motor control. Designs electrical equipment, controls, components, systems, and products. Assesses capabilities of existing electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks. Develops inspection and test procedures for components and systems. Primary Job Duties: Plans, conceives, conducts, or manages research and development for Sandia''s customers and sponsors. Directs systematic study toward a fuller knowledge or understanding of the fundamental aspects of phenomena and of observable facts, and discovers new approaches to achieve goals. Creates new understandings and capabilities by using the scientific method''s hypothesis, test, and evaluation techniques; critical review; or similar engineering research and development methods. Initiates, designs, develops, executes, and evaluates new processes, products, or systems through basic and applied research. Uses engineering principles to research, design, or develop structures, instruments, machines, experiments, processes, systems, theories, or technologies; to construct or operate the same with full cognizance of their design; or to forecast their behavior under specific operating conditions. Undertakes development and possible technology transfer of solutions, products, principles or technology. Undertakes creative work, making systematic use of investigation or experimentation, to discover or revise knowledge of reality, and uses this knowledge to devise new applications. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Advanced technical degree or significant equivalent experience. Technical knowledge and competencies appropriate to the position. Thorough knowledge of and applied experience with scientific and engineering methods and with the discipline''s standards for the ethical conduct of research. Thorough knowledge of and experience with designing, planning, and executing research, design, and development projects. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with implementing Sandia policies affecting research, design, and development activities, projects, or initiatives. Demonstrated ability to team across disciplines. Required: --A Ph.D. in engineering, physics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. --The ability to obtain and maintain a US DOE security clearance. Desired: --Outstanding academic record. --A publication record that includes first-author peer-reviewed journal articles. --Experience in the field of advanced accelerator physics. --Experience designing and fielding advanced pulsed-power components and systems. --Experience designing and fielding current and voltage diagnostics. --Experience with mechanical and vacuum systems. --A demonstrated ability to define, address, and solve challenging and complex problems in a timely manner. --A strong desire to work in advanced accelerator physics. --A strong desire to work in a fast paced and technically challenging research environment. --A strong desire to work as a team member in large-scale state-of-the-art pulsed-power facilities. --A commitment to publishing results in premier peer-reviewed physics and engineering journals. --Advanced interpersonal skills. --An active U.S. DOE security clearance Security Clearance: Position requires a Department of Energy (DOE)-granted Q-level security clearance. Sandia is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment background review that includes personal reference checks, law enforcement record and credit checks, and employment and education verifications. Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by the DOE, rendering the inability to perform the duties assigned and resulting in termination of employment.
Benefits: At Sandia you will receive many benefits as a valued employee of a premier national multi-program engineering and science research laboratory. In our Total Rewards package you will enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, a stimulating, positive environment and learning opportunities that will help build your career. More information may be found on our Careers website. EEO Statement: Sandia National Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
COUNTRY: USA
JOB FAMILY: RD
JOB TITLE: Electrical Engineer - R&D; S&E;(Senior or Principal)
STATE: NM
CITY: Albuquerque
FLSA STATUS:
JOB ID: 646010
HRS SOURCE ID: 1030
FULL PART TIME: F
REG TEMP: R
Job ID: 2014-646010Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Sandia National Laboratories
About Sandia: Sandia National Laboratories is the nation''s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. We are a world-class team of scientists, engineers, technologists, post docs, and visiting researchers all focused on cutting-edge technology, ranging from homeland defense, global security, biotechnology, and environmental preservation to energy and combustion research, computer security, and nuclear defense. To learn more, visit . Department Description: The Advanced Accelerator Physics Department at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, NM develops the world''s most advanced pulsed-power-accelerator technology. We apply the technology to the development of superpower accelerators; i.e., those that deliver a multi-terawatt multi-megajoule electromagnetic pulse to a physics package that serves as the load of the accelerator. Various types of loads are fielded by the user community, who conduct material-physics, weapon-effects, inertial-confinement-fusion, astrophysics, radiation-physics, and other high-energy-density-physics experiments in support of Department of Energy programs. We address all the principal components of a large accelerator: the master trigger generator that initiates the accelerator-firing sequence, small Marx generators that serve as part of the accelerator''s triggering system, large Marx generators that convert energy stored in capacitors to the accelerator''s primary electrical-power pulse, multi-megavolt laser-triggered gas switches that amplify the pulse, a system of lasers that trigger the gas switches, water-insulated switches that perform additional power amplification, water-insulated transmission lines, a multi-level insulator stack that serves as the accelerator''s vacuum interface, a system of self-magnetically insulated vacuum transmission lines (MITLs) that is located within the stack, a post-hole vacuum convolute that delivers the output power of the MITLs to a physics-package load, and the load itself. We conduct accelerator-physics experiments on Sandia''s Z pulsed-power machine, which generates an 80-terawatt 26-megampere 100-nanosecond electrical power pulse. (The steady-state electrical-power-generating capacity installed worldwide is 5 terawatts.) Z is, by far, the world''s largest and most powerful pulsed-power accelerator. Z experiments routinely deliver megajoules of electrical energy to a physics-package load with nanosecond precision. Z-pinch loads driven by the Z machine, which are among the world''s most powerful x-ray sources, radiate as much as 330 terawatts and 2.4 megajoules in a 5-nanosecond pulse. We also conduct experiments on two linear transformer drivers (LTDs): Mykonos, which is a multi-cavity LTD module that presently generates a 0.16-terawatt 0.8-megampere pulse, and LTD III, which is a single LTD cavity that presently generates an 0.08-terawatt 0.75-megampere pulse. Mykonos is the world''s most powerful megampere-class LTD module; LTD III is the world''s highest-power-density LTD cavity, and the world''s foremost LTD-component-development facility. An LTD converts energy stored in capacitors to a usable electrical-power pulse in a single step, and is substantially more efficient than conventional pulsed-power technology. Hence we expect LTDs to replace Marx drivers in next-generation accelerators. In addition to conducting experiments at Z, Mykonos, LTD III, and other facilities, we develop new pulsed-power components and accelerators; develop mathematical models of pulsed-power components and accelerators; and perform analytic and numerical calculations. The principal goals of this work are to improve the understanding of accelerator physics; apply the understanding to the development of advanced accelerator technology; use the technology to upgrade continually the performance of Z, Mykonos, LTD III, and other machines; and establish the technical foundation upon which we will build next-generation pulsed-power accelerators in support of a variety of DOE programs. We publish the results of our work in premier peer-reviewed physics and engineering journals, and are committed to maintaining a strong publication record. How to Apply: Click on the Apply button at the top or bottom of this screen, follow the instructions to upload a resume, and complete the submission process to indicate your interest in this position. Job
Summary: The Advanced Accelerator Physics Department at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, NM has an opening for a member of the technical staff. The staff member will conduct accelerator-physics experiments at Z, Mykonos, LTD IV, and other facilities; develop new pulsed-power components and accelerators; develop mathematical models of pulsed-power components and accelerators; perform analytic and numerical calculations; and publish results in premier peer-reviewed physics and engineering journals. The principal goals of this work will be to improve the understanding of accelerator physics; apply the understanding to the development of advanced accelerator technology; use the technology to upgrade continually Z, Mykonos, LTD III, and other machines; and establish the technical foundation upon which we will build next-generation pulsed-power accelerators in support of a variety of DOE programs. Work hazards: High voltage, lasers, x rays, neutron radiation, radioactive materials (such as activated stainless steel and tritium), nuclear materials (such as plutonium and uranium), beryllium, asphyxiating gases (such as sulfur hexafluoride, helium, and hydrogen), chemical explosives, explosive gases (such as hydrogen), toxic chemicals, solvents, elevated work platforms, ladders, confined spaces, large and heavy pieces of equipment, overhead cranes, forklifts, open water tank, open oil tank, high-pressure systems, vacuum systems, and cryogenic systems. This job series applies integrated technical judgment--which requires using the scientific method to recognize and formulate problems, to collect data through observation and experimentation, and to formulate and test hypotheses--to anticipate, innovate, and deliver solutions to Sandia National Laboratories missions. Roots the work in the fundamentals of science and engineering while applying a deep understanding of engineering and scientific principles. Creates and applies scientific theories and laws and engineering methods used within scientific and engineering disciplines to develop or demonstrate new designs, concepts, materials, machines, products, processes, or systems. Uses physical and computational simulation, analysis, and evaluation as inherent activities of development. Plans, conducts, and executes Sandia''s science and engineering programs within the spectrum of fundamental research, development, or demonstration. Researches, designs, and tests new electrical or electromagnetic components, equipment, systems, and networks using the technology of electricity, especially equipment for power generation and distribution or for motor control. Designs electrical equipment, controls, components, systems, and products. Assesses capabilities of existing electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks. Develops inspection and test procedures for components and systems. Primary Job Duties: Plans, conceives, conducts, or manages research and development for Sandia''s customers and sponsors. Directs systematic study toward a fuller knowledge or understanding of the fundamental aspects of phenomena and of observable facts, and discovers new approaches to achieve goals. Creates new understandings and capabilities by using the scientific method''s hypothesis, test, and evaluation techniques; critical review; or similar engineering research and development methods. Initiates, designs, develops, executes, and evaluates new processes, products, or systems through basic and applied research. Uses engineering principles to research, design, or develop structures, instruments, machines, experiments, processes, systems, theories, or technologies; to construct or operate the same with full cognizance of their design; or to forecast their behavior under specific operating conditions. Undertakes development and possible technology transfer of solutions, products, principles or technology. Undertakes creative work, making systematic use of investigation or experimentation, to discover or revise knowledge of reality, and uses this knowledge to devise new applications. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Advanced technical degree or significant equivalent experience. Technical knowledge and competencies appropriate to the position. Thorough knowledge of and applied experience with scientific and engineering methods and with the discipline''s standards for the ethical conduct of research. Thorough knowledge of and experience with designing, planning, and executing research, design, and development projects. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with implementing Sandia policies affecting research, design, and development activities, projects, or initiatives. Demonstrated ability to team across disciplines. Required: --A Ph.D. in engineering, physics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. --The ability to obtain and maintain a US DOE security clearance. Desired: --Outstanding academic record. --A publication record that includes first-author peer-reviewed journal articles. --Experience in the field of advanced accelerator physics. --Experience designing and fielding advanced pulsed-power components and systems. --Experience designing and fielding current and voltage diagnostics. --Experience with mechanical and vacuum systems. --A demonstrated ability to define, address, and solve challenging and complex problems in a timely manner. --A strong desire to work in advanced accelerator physics. --A strong desire to work in a fast paced and technically challenging research environment. --A strong desire to work as a team member in large-scale state-of-the-art pulsed-power facilities. --A commitment to publishing results in premier peer-reviewed physics and engineering journals. --Advanced interpersonal skills. --An active U.S. DOE security clearance Security Clearance: Position requires a Department of Energy (DOE)-granted Q-level security clearance. Sandia is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment background review that includes personal reference checks, law enforcement record and credit checks, and employment and education verifications. Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by the DOE, rendering the inability to perform the duties assigned and resulting in termination of employment.
Benefits: At Sandia you will receive many benefits as a valued employee of a premier national multi-program engineering and science research laboratory. In our Total Rewards package you will enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, a stimulating, positive environment and learning opportunities that will help build your career. More information may be found on our Careers website. EEO Statement: Sandia National Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
COUNTRY: USA
JOB FAMILY: RD
JOB TITLE: Electrical Engineer - R&D; S&E;(Senior or Principal)
STATE: NM
CITY: Albuquerque
FLSA STATUS:
JOB ID: 646010
HRS SOURCE ID: 1030
FULL PART TIME: F
REG TEMP: R
Job ID: 2014-646010Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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