Berkeley Lab's Engineering division is hiring a Automation Engineer for Personnel Protection Systems to ensure the safety and reliability of facilities handling ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, and personal protection. This role involves a full life-cycle software of development for Personnel Protection Systems (PPS), including design, development, testing, operation and maintenance. The PPS are essential safety related systems that combines relay-based and PLC-based technologies to protect …

Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Water Jet Machinist. Under general supervision, the machinist will provide technical support in water jet machining, perform routine and specialized assignments using water jet and support equipment, and apply intermediate-level knowledge to operate a 5-axis water jet machine and software to produce basic and complex shapes. The role may include rotating assignments to provide basic machining support for specific projects or programs.

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The Berkeley Lab is hiring a Cable Plant Lead Engineer to support the Advanced Light Source (ALS) upgrade at LBNL, a cutting-edge soft x-ray facility. This role will focus on managing the complex cable plant, ensuring minimal downtime during the upgrade. Responsibilities include capacity planning, routing, conduit planning, and overseeing cable installation and removal efforts. The engineer will coordinate with subsystem leads to manage cabling needs, ensure compliance with NEC standards, and lead …

Berkeley Lab is hiring an Electronics Engineering Associate to support the Advanced Light Source (ALS) and its upgrade project (ALS-U), with a primary focus on advanced cable plant infrastructure. The role includes assisting with the design, documentation, procurement, fabrication, installation, and testing of structured cabling systems. In addition to structured cabling, the position may involve supporting other subsystems such as Power Supplies, RF, Controls, Diagnostics, and Vacuum systems.

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The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Senior or Principal Electronics Engineering Associate to provide expert technical support for electrical and electronic systems within the Advanced Light Source (ALS) and ALS Upgrade (ALS-U) projects, with a focus on advanced cable plant infrastructure. This role involves providing assistance and design support for structured cabling systems, managing documentation, procurement, fabrication, and testing to ensure system performance.

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The Berkeley Lab is hiring an Electrical Engineering Student Intern to support the ALS-U engineering team. This part-time position (up to 20 hours/week) offers hands-on experience in upgrading the Advanced Light Source (ALS), a world-leading scientific facility. Student Interns will assist with electrical CAD drawings, installation work instructions, material handling, and kitting. On-site presence is required, with ample training opportunities on LBNL's engineering tools.

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Are you ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic and collaborative environment? We are seeking a passionate and experienced Mechanical Engineering Technical Supervisor to support our Engineering Division’s cutting-edge scientific programs. In this hands-on role, you will be at the forefront of exciting engineering projects, utilizing your expertise in fabrication, assembly, installation, and manufacturing operations.

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Join our dynamic Engineering Division as a Mechanical Engineer specializing in Vendor Management & Procurement, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the manufacturing and quality assurance of cutting-edge technical equipment. In this multifaceted position, you will be responsible for developing and revising quality standards, designing effective inspection methods, and analyzing performance reports to uphold the highest levels of quality. Your expertise in manufacturing processes, coupled …

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Systems Engineer to support the design, development, analysis, and maintenance of systems and infrastructure for scientific research. This mid-level role bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and practical engineering solutions, ensuring the mechanical systems needed for both basic and applied research are in place.

This position supports advanced scientific projects and user facilities at LBNL, including ALS, ALS-U, DUNE, CMB-S4, …

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring an Electronics Research Scientist/Engineer to lead the Accelerator Instrumentation group at the Advanced Light Source (ALS). This role involves overseeing the LINAC, booster ring, and storage ring performance, leading machine physics shifts, and driving advanced instrumentation projects. The engineer will also support other electrical engineering and control initiatives at the ALS as needed.

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Student Assistant

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Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a part-time Student Assistant (8-16 hours/week) to support the Advanced Light Source upgrade project (ALS-U). The position offers hands-on experience under the supervision of the ALS-U engineering group, contributing to the ongoing effort to enhance the ALS, a leading facility in x-ray, infrared, and extreme ultraviolet light research. The ALS supports thousands of global scientists in diverse fields, and the ALS-U project will ensure its continued …

Lawrence Berkeley National Lab’s (LBNL) Engineering Division currently has openings for Mechanical Technicians – Fabrication to join our team on the ALS and BELLA programs.

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Join our team in a dynamic prototype scientific research environment where innovation meets craftsmanship. As a Mechanical Technician – Fabrication, you will contribute to groundbreaking research and development by fabricating, machining, and creating intricate components for scientific equipment. Collaborating …

Are you a seasoned Mechanical Technician looking to take on complex, hands-on technical challenges in a cutting-edge research environment? We’re seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Technologist to join our team. In this role, you will provide critical support for accelerator operations and scientific users by leveraging your expertise in mechanical and electromechanical technologies. You’ll work on diverse assignments, collaborate with scientific and engineering staff, and potentially …

Mechanical Technician

Job #103257

Join our team in a dynamic prototype scientific research environment where innovation meets craftsmanship. As a Mechanical Engineering Technician, you will contribute to groundbreaking research and development by fabricating, machining, and creating intricate components for scientific equipment. Collaborating with engineers, scientists, and other crafts and technicians, you’ll play a vital role in turning concepts into reality.
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The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Controls and Instrumentation Engineer for the Accelerator Instrumentation group at the Advanced Light Source (ALS). The role involves leading efforts to improve the performance of the LINAC, booster ring, and storage ring, participating in machine physics shifts, and driving Accelerator Instrumentation projects using advanced feedback techniques and cutting-edge systems. The engineer will also support other electrical engineering and control …

Are you ready to take the lead in a dynamic and innovative environment? Berkeley Lab is seeking a visionary Production/Manufacturing Engineering Department Head to become a critical member of our mission-driven Engineering Division. In this pivotal role, you will not only guide a talented team of engineers and technicians but also collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive groundbreaking projects that support our scientific endeavors.

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The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for the ALS-U (Advanced Light Source Upgrade) Project. This role will support the development of new and upgraded experimental facilities, with deliverables valued between $10M-$15M.

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, fabrication, and implementation of mechanical systems, detectors, and accelerator components. Expertise in mechanical design, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, instrumentation, …

Cryogenic Engineer

Job #103190

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Cryogenic Engineer to provide technical expertise in cryogenic technology for scientific and engineering projects. The role focuses on applying thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, systems and controls in cryogenics to develop innovative solutions that meet experimental and scientific requirements. Responsibilities include designing, developing, and managing sub-projects within larger research programs at Lawrence Berkeley National …

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is seeking an Electronics Engineering Technologist to provide advanced technical support for electronics systems at the Advanced Light Source (ALS). The role involves designing, fabricating, and installing complex electronics equipment, as well as developing prototype models for large-scale manufacturing. The technologist will also manage integrated control, instrumentation, and communication systems. This position requires the ability to work the ALS …

The Engineering Division at Berkeley Lab is seeking a dedicated and experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join the ALS-U (Advanced Light Source Upgrade) Project, a high-impact initiative to upgrade one of the most advanced National User Facilities in the world. This role will focus on managing large-scale Department of Energy (DOE) projects, ensuring that $10M-$15M worth of components and assemblies are designed, fabricated, procured, installed, and tested to the highest standards and within the …

Lawrence Berkeley National Lab’s (LBNL) Engineering Division has an opening for an Electronics Project Engineer to join the team.

As a member of the Deep Underground Neutrino Experience (DUNE), the position is to serve as the project electronics engineer for the Liquid Argon Near Detector. DUNE is the largest high- energy physics experiment currently under construction in the United States and aims to unlock the mysteries of the elusive neutrino that could help increase our understanding of the …

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring an Electronics Project Scientist/Engineer for the Liquid Argon Near Detector within the Deep Underground Neutrino Experience (DUNE), the largest high-energy physics experiment in the U.S. focused on understanding neutrinos and the universe's evolution.

The candidate will apply engineering principles to solve complex problems in electronic instrumentation for large-scale particle detectors. Responsibilities include managing a multi-disciplinary …

Berkeley Lab is looking for one or more System Manager Scientist/Engineer to oversee large-scale Department of Energy (DOE) projects. The primary focus of these roles is on upgrade projects for the Advanced Light Source (ALS), a prominent National User Facility. LBNL also leads or supports a variety of other significant scientific projects through the Engineering Division's matrixed structure. This is a unique chance to work with advanced technologies and to contribute to enabling world-class …

Berkeley Lab seeks one or more Technical Engineering Lead(s) to oversee large-scale Department of Energy (DOE) projects. The primary focus of these roles is on upgrade projects for the Advanced Light Source (ALS), a prominent National User Facility. LBNL also leads or supports a variety of other significant scientific projects through the Engineering Division's matrixed structure. This is a unique chance to work with advanced technologies and to contribute to enabling world-class research. Come …

Lawrence Berkeley National Lab’s (LBNL) Engineering Division and Advanced Light Source (ALS) has an opening for either a Senior Power Electronics Engineer (E20.3) or a Principal Power Electronics Engineer (E20.4) to join the team.

This position is responsible for assisting in all activities in the full system life cycle of the power conversion systems for electro-magnets, whether pulsed or continuous duty, ranging from tens of watts to roughly 0.5 MW average. The engineer will be responsible for …

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and the ALS (Advance Light Source) is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technologist who will be involved in providing diverse technical support in mechanical technology, demonstrating expertise in independent work on complex assignments, supporting the accelerator and its users. This includes developing specifications, planning methods, and applying broad mechanical and electro-mechanical knowledge to achieve desired outcomes. Additionally, there's potential …