Electrical and Control Engineer

SLAC Job Postings
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Accelerator Directorate Cryogenic Division at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is currently seeking a skilled Electrical and Controls Engineer. This role offers a unique opportunity to play a key part in the operation and advancement of the Cryogenic Plant (2.0K Helium Refrigeration System) linked to the LCLS-II Super-Conducting Linear Accelerator. In addition, the successful candidate will actively contribute to critical projects like the LCLS-II SRF accelerator, LCLS-II HE project, and Cryomodule Repair and Maintenance Facility (CRMF). The successful candidate will be working in an integrated team of engineers and operators to ensure the optimal performance and safety of the LCLS-II Cryogenic System. This is a rewarding position at the forefront of cutting-edge research and technology.
Given the nature of this position, SLAC will require onsite work.
Specific Responsibilities (Including but not limited to):

• Work with process engineers to define controls requirements (functionalities and behaviors).
• Select hardware and instrumentation (sensors and actuators) compliant with requirements.
• Design & development of the instrumentation and electrical cabinets.
• Design & development of the PLC Code and Human Machine Interface (HMI).
• Ensure compliance with all relevant electrical safety standards and regulations.
• Develop and implement LOTO (Lock-Out Tag-Out) plans for safe operation / maintenance.
• Develop and maintain procedures and spare part lists for controls and electrical systems.
• Lead loop check, calibrations, configuration and troubleshooting of all sensors and actuators.
• Perform analysis and troubleshooting of Electrical Systems (24V, 120V, 480V, and 4.16 kV).
• Mentor, train, and work with technicians and engineers.
• Work outside normal work hours at times to ensure uninterrupted Cryogenic system operation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BS in Electrical or Instrumentation and Controls Engineering, or related fields and at least 2 years of experience in one of the following areas; or MS in Electrical or Instrumentation and Controls Engineering, or related fields.
• Experience in acting as an Instrumentation and Control Engineers.
• Experience in acting as PLC programmer for Industrial Processes.
• Demonstrated knowledge with I &C Systems Integration design using PLC.
• Ability to perform Electrical and Instrumentation troubleshooting.
• Expertise with engineering software related to assignment like AutoCAD, ETAP (or similar)
• Proficiency in power system protection theory, application, standards, design, and analysis.
• Able to efficiently summarize and explain large quantity of data concisely.
• Ability to work in collaborative and international work environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Variable frequency Drive (VFD), Medium voltage electrical system, and motors.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC and RSLogix 5000.
• Process experience is a plus (Gas, Liquid, Flow, Pressure, Temperature)
• Professional experience in Industrial Gases, Oil & Gas or Process Plant or Power Plant is a plus.
• Professional Electrical Engineer License in the State of California or EIT Certification

SLAC Employee Competencies :

• Effective Decisions : Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner.
• Self-Development : Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing.
• Dependability : Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes.
• Initiative : Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward.
• Adaptability : Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes.
• Communication : Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages.
• Relationships : Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS :

• Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
• Night shifts and weekend shifts may be occasionally required, as needed to support Commissioning and Maintenance operation.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1-General Policy and Responsibilities:
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, .

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Classification Title: Staff Engineer 2
Grade: K
Job code: 0132
Duration: Regular Continuing
The expected pay range for this position is $116,000 to $170,000 per annum. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.