High Power Electrical Engineer III

SURATech, LLC (Jefferson Lab) • Newport News, VA

21h • $118,400 - $169,850

About The Position

As a staff three electrical engineer, this role leads the design and maintenance of RF high-voltage power supplies for the CEBAF accelerator and coordinates the procurement of high-power RF amplifiers (Klystrons). The engineer evaluates system obsolescence, recommends new power-system solutions, and develops and leads preventive maintenance for installed CEBAF RF power supplies. The position also directs junior engineers and electronic technicians, provides on-call technical support in emergencies, and follows Jefferson Lab work-planning and environmental, health, and safety guidelines, including lockout/tagout (LOTO). Designs must follow AES project design guidelines and meet engineering and safety standards.

The role requires a strong electrical engineering foundation and demonstrated experience with high-voltage power supplies, power electronics, or electrical energy conversion. Experience in RF, analog, or digital electronics is required. Laboratory experience and management of large projects are preferred. The successful candidate is a confident self-starter who can write reports, present technical information, and defend or deliver difficult choices.

Jefferson Lab is operated by SURATech, LLC, and is located in southeastern Virginia. The position offers a good-faith pay range of $118,400–$169,850 per year. Company-provided relocation assistance is not offered.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 10 years of demonstrated experience with the design, operation, and maintenance of high-voltage power supplies, power electronics, or electrical energy conversion.
• At least 4 years of working background in RF, analog, or digital electronics.
• Strong foundation in electrical engineering.
• Ability to write reports and present technical information to internal and external audiences.
• Confident, self-starting approach and willingness to perform hands-on work.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 3 years working in a government or commercial laboratory environment.
• At least 3 years managing projects in excess of $500,000.
• Experience in a DOE or DOD laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain RF high-voltage power supplies installed in the CEBAF accelerator.
• Coordinate, manage, and procure RF amplifiers (Klystrons) for CEBAF and other Jefferson Lab accelerators in collaboration with procurement and CEBAF division management.
• Develop and lead a preventive maintenance plan for installed CEBAF RF power supplies.
• Lead and direct junior engineers and electronic technicians in completing assigned work.
• Track system obsolescence issues and present solutions verbally and through technical notes.
• Provide on-call technical support in emergent situations.
• Follow Jefferson Lab work-planning tools and environmental, health, and safety guidelines, including LOTO.
• Ensure designs follow AES project design guidelines and meet engineering and safety standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision care plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off and leave programs, including paid parental leave, vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• 401(k) plan with a 9% Lab contribution; 100% vested.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote and alternate work schedules.
• Tuition assistance.
• Training and professional development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior