Sr. Electronics Engineering Associate

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is seeking a Sr. Electronics Engineering Associate to support the Advanced Light Source (ALS), with a focus on the Equipment Protection Systems (EPS) Group. This role involves designing, testing, and integrating electrical / electronic systems, as well as managing documentation, procurement, and fabrication to ensure reliable system performance.

Working under limited direction and in close collaboration with engineers and project teams, the Sr. Associate provides advanced technical support and leadership across all project phases-from concept to implementation. Responsibilities include interpreting technical requirements, developing schematics, coordinating installations, and ensuring compliance with LBNL and OSHA safety standards.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in electrical engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and experience managing complex technical projects. This role also involves mentoring others and may include supervisory duties.

What You Will Do :

• Support cross functional teams in the design, procurement, fabrication and testing of Equipment Protection Systems as well as general electronic systems supporting the EPS testing and operations.
• Support the Equipment Protection System (EPS) Electronics Engineering (EE) team in installing, testing, and commissioning new systems along with modifications on existing systems.
• Lead and support cross-functional project teams to execute electrical engineering coordination tasks.
• Develop, interpret, and revise electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Create clear work instructions and detailed drawings using AutoCAD and related tools.
• Coordinate system installation planning, material procurement, and scheduling with trades and vendors.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex operational or design issues using innovative solutions.
• Ensure compliance with Lab safety protocols, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Act as a liaison between engineering, scientific, and facilities teams to ensure effective cross-disciplinary communication.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of workflows, documentation, and project execution processes.
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Draft and review schematics with a focus on accuracy and clarity.
• Write concise and actionable work instructions based on existing designs for trades personnel.
• Oversee project task coordination and follow-through to completion.
• Manage materials procurement and inventory for assigned systems.
• Coordinate and support system installations to meet project timelines.
• Conduct quality assurance (QA) on as-built installations and document necessary changes.

What is Required :

Desired Qualifications :

Salary :

The expected salary for this position is $114,300 - $140,000, which fits into the full salary of $101,184 - $170,772 annually depending upon the candidate's skills, knowledge, and abilities, including education, certifications, and years of experience.

Notes :

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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement : As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.