High Power Electrical Engineer III
Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab) | |
sick time, tuition assistance, 401(k), relocation assistance
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United States, Virginia, Newport News | |
Nov 09, 2026 | |
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At Jefferson Lab,you'llchampioncutting-edgescience and operational excellence while shaping the future of discovery. Join us and make your mark - where excellence meets purpose, andgreat mindstrulymatter. The good-faith pay range for this role is $118,400 - $169,850 per year. Actual compensation may vary and may be above the posted range based on factors such as a candidate's skills, experience, education, certifications, and work location. Company-provided relocation assistance will not be offered for this position. What your job will be like:
As a staff three electrical engineer, the candidate will lead the design and maintenance of the RF system High Voltage power supplies. In addition they will manage and coordinate high power amplifier (Klystrons) procurement. The engineer will analyze system obsolescence and make recommendations and reports for new power systems. They will plan and lead preventive maintenance activities on existing CEBAF RF power supplies. It is expected the individual will follow Jefferson Lab work planning and safety guidelines.
Candidate must have applicable experience with high voltage power supplies, power electronics, or voltage conversion. A solid background in electrical engineering with experience in one of these three areas, RF, analog or digital electronics is preferred. Experience in DOE or DOD laboratory environment is helpful. Incumbent must have a confident attitude and be prepared to defend or deliver tough choices. In this job you will:
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About Jefferson Lab Join a community with a common purpose of solving the most challenging scientific and engineering problems of our time. The Jefferson Lab campusis located insoutheasternVirginiaamidst a vibrant and growing technology community. A career at Jefferson Lab is more than a job. You will be part of "big science" and work alongside top scientists and engineers from around the world unlocking the secrets of our visible universe. Managed by SURATech, LLC, Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is entering an exciting period of mission growth and is seeking new team members ready to apply their skills and passion to have an impact. You could call it work, or you could call it a mission. We call it a challenge. We do things that will change the world. At Jefferson Lab, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to: * Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans * Flexible Spending Accounts * Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave) * 401(k) Plan - 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested * Flexible Work Arrangements (Remote & Alternate Work Schedules available) * Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs * Live near the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay region with access to nearby beaches, mountains, and all major metropolitan centers on the East Coast SURATech, LLC manages and operates the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab). SURATech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with SURATech is conditional upon DOE approval if at any time during your employment you are participating in a Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Program or Affiliated activity. Generally, such programs/activities include any foreign-state-sponsored attempt to acquire U.S.-funded scientific research through programs run or funded by the government that target scientists, engineers, students, academics, researchers, and entrepreneurs of all nationalities working or educated in the United States. This includes positions or appointments, both domestic and foreign, titled academic, professional, or institutional appointments whether or not remuneration is received and whether full-time, part-time or voluntary. | |
sick time, tuition assistance, 401(k), relocation assistance
Nov 09, 2026