Industrial Electrician: Research Facilities & Systems

Argonne National Laboratory•Lemont, IL

28d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Industrial Electrician to install, maintain, test, and troubleshoot experimental infrastructure and equipment up to 480V. You will support advanced scientific research laboratories, cleanrooms, and building infrastructure. This role requires strict compliance with Department of Energy (DOE) or federal safety guidelines, working alongside scientists, engineers, and facility managers.

Requirements

Proficient in reading complex electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, logic drawings, and facility blueprints.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Capability to climb ladders, work on scaffolding, and operate aerial lifts.
Comfort working in confined spaces, utility tunnels, or wearing specialized personal protective equipment (PPE) including arc-flash suits.
Will need to work in radiological controlled areas.
Associates and 5+ years’ experience, or equivalent (for ST2 level)
Associates or Technical School and 7+ years’ experience, or equivalent (for ST3 level)

Nice To Haves

Mechanical ability to install scientific gas and water lines is desired.
Valid state Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent.
Current or prior training in NFPA 70E, OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Construction/General Industry.

Responsibilities

Inspect, test, install, and repair research laboratory electrical systems, including 480V/277V and 208V/120V power distributions, transformers, and panelboards.
Install temporary and permanent power hookups, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and custom power supplies for experimental equipment, accelerators, or high-power computing rooms.
Utilize digital multimeters to troubleshoot scientific equipment and facility infrastructure.
Run rigid, IMC, and EMT conduit; pull and terminate heavy gauge wiring; install safety disconnects in compliance with NEC and laboratory engineering standards.
Perform routine service on uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), emergency backup batteries systems, and oversee outside contractors performing electrical maintenance.
Strictly adhere to NFPA 70E (Electrical Safety in the Workplace) requirements, perform Job Hazards Analyses (JHAs), and execute complex Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures in hazardous or sensitive environments.