Berkeley Lab is looking for several accomplished Senior Accelerator or Beamline Mechanical Engineers with significant experience designing, developing, analyzing, and building major technical sub-systems for particle accelerators, light source beamlines, or similarly complex scientific equipment. We look for all-in and hands-on engineers who can fluently transition between detailed CAD or analysis work, engineering research and development, and all the way to project management and fabrication, vendor, …

Electronics Engineer

Job #104308

The Berkeley Lab is seeking an Electronics Engineer to join the team. In the Accelerator Technologies Group, this position will design and implement advanced electronic instrumentation and data acquisition systems for particle accelerators and other scientific applications, focusing on FPGA-based digital signal processing for real-time control. Responsibilities span the full system lifecycle, from concept to commissioning, with assignments aligned to optimize team performance.

What You Will Do:
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The Berkeley Lab is seeking a Controls Software Engineer to join the team. Under general supervision or independently, you will develop control software for the ALS, mainly using EPICS and its associated tools. Work with scientists and engineers to implement control systems for device-specific digital electronics and industrial PLCs.

What You Will Do:
– Analyzes complex, intangible issues to develop effective solutions.
– Independently designs and deploys control system software using EPICS for …

Berkeley Lab is looking for an Accelerator Mechanical Engineering System Lead responsible for the overall management, integration, and delivery of the accelerator mechanical engineering system (magnets, vacuum, supports) within the ALS-U Project, an upgrade for the Advanced Light Source (ALS), a prominent National User Facility. The position is accountable for delivering the system’s scope of work on cost and schedule. This is a unique chance to work with highly advanced technologies and contribute …

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Senior RF Engineering Associate to provide expert technical support for electrical and electronic systems within the Advanced Light Source (ALS) projects with a focus on supporting the RF Group. This role involves providing assistance and design support for Power Supply systems, managing documentation, procurement, fabrication, and testing to ensure system performance and operations. Under limited direction and in close collaboration with …

Electronics Engineer

Job #104213

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

This is a matrix position within Engineering that supports the various user facilities and projects at LBNL. In this role, you will be providing support to R&D as a member of the ESIE Electronic System group and will focus on electronics and design, of, for, and to support detector systems.

Assignments will range from electronics circuit simulation, design, layout and …

Berkeley Lab is hiring an EC&I 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, and installation 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 Power Supply 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 supporting the Power Supply Group. This role involves providing assistance and design support for Power Supply systems, managing documentation, procurement, fabrication, and testing to ensure system performance and operations. …

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a detail-oriented Senior PPS Electronics Engineering Associate. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and developing documentation and equipment for ALS Personnel Protection Systems (PPS). This role requires a strong understanding of electrical design standardization, relay-based systems, control cabinet setup, component selection, inventory management, and collaboration with engineering teams. In addition, the position …

The Berkeley Lab is hiring a Mechanical Engineer for our Survey and Alignment group to lead and contribute to complex engineering projects in the Engineering Division. The engineer will support major DOE projects, including ALS-U, CMB-S4, and DUNE, within the Survey & Alignment (S&A) Group. The role focuses on advanced technical analysis, precision survey and alignment of scientific instrumentation, and developing metrology tools. The engineer will lead R&D efforts, assist with cost and …

The Engineering Division at Berkeley Lab is seeking a Division Safety Coordinator (DSC) to oversee the safety program with Local, State, and Federal regulations, including OSHA, DOE, and Cal/OSHA. The DSC will work with the Lead DSC and departmental staff to guide the safety culture, implement policies, provide training, and ensure adherence to safety protocols across engineering operations.

What You Will Do:
– Monitor and assess the risk envelopes with safety standards and regulations (OSHA, DOE, …

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is seeking a Senior Facilities Integration Engineer to manage the building model (BIM) and assume system-level ownership for mechanical systems supporting the ALS Facility. This role involves leading the consolidation and development of as-built models from Creo Parametric facility equipment models and architectural BIMs from ALS-U project subcontractors. The engineer will refine models using 3D laser scans and other data to prevent system clashes and …

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is seeking an experienced Principal Building Information Modeling (BIM) Designer to develop a consolidated Autodesk Revit BIM system. The role involves overseeing the integration of as-built models from BIM and parametric design spaces into a unified system, improving model accuracy using 3D laser scans and other data to prevent system clashes. Tasks include model editing, converting 2D drawings to 3D, and coordinating with subcontractors for scan-to-BIM …

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Building Information Modeling (BIM) Designer to support the development of a unified Autodesk Revit BIM system. This role involves consolidating as-built models from both BIM and parametric design spaces into a shared system. The BIM Designer will apply engineering knowledge to design and coordinate experimental apparatus, systems, and facilities, analyze equipment, conduct tests, and select components based on specifications and reliability. …

Electrical Engineer

Job #103854

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring an Electrical Engineer for the ALS-U upgrade project. This role involves managing the ALS cable plant, coordinating with subsystem leads to address cabling needs, creating routing plans and cable tray designs, ensuring NEC compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to meet project objectives and installation requirements.

What You Will Do:
– Support AC and cabling distribution design, installation planning, and routing for various systems, …

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring an Instrumentation Senior or Principal Electronics Engineering Associate to provide expert technical support for electrical and electronic systems within the Advanced Light Source (ALS) with a focus on supporting the Accelerator Instrumentation group. This role involves providing assistance and design support for printed-circuit boards, electronic chassis and internal wire/cable harnessing, structured cabling systems, managing documentation, …

Berkeley Lab is hiring a Principal Mechanical Designer to support LBNL’s scientific mission in projects like ALS, BELLA, ALS-Upgrade, and DUNE. You will lead a team of Mechanical Design Associates to develop 3D CAD models and detailed drawings from conceptual designs for manufacturing and integration. Utilizing CAD software, product lifecycle management tools, and mechanical engineering principles, you'll ensure successful integration of parts, assemblies, and sub-assemblies. In addition to …

Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Senior Mechanical Designer to support research and development in projects like the Advanced Light Source (ALS), BELLA center, ALS-Upgrade, and DUNE. The role involves independently creating 3D CAD models and detailed drawings for manufacturing and integration of parts or assemblies, using CAD software, product lifecycle management tools, and mechanical engineering principles.

What You Will Do:
– Lead or work with a small team to develop mechanical, …

The Engineering Division of Berkeley Lab is seeking an R&I Electronics Engineering Associate to support the technical and construction efforts for the ALS-U Removal & Installation (R&I) team. We're looking for an Electronics Engineering Associate, aka Electronic Coordinator to join our team to coordinate removal and installation scope, this involves working with various stakeholders to scope out installation and work with installers to implement installation. The role will be heavy …

Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Senior Instrumentations Electronics Engineer to support the Advanced Light Source program. The role involves designing and implementing advanced electronic instrumentation and data acquisition systems for particle accelerators and scientific applications, covering all phases from conceptualization to commissioning.

What You Will Do:
– Independently or with minimal supervision, assist or lead the development of electronic instrumentation and data …

Berkeley Lab is hiring an Power Distribution Engineering Associate to provide support for the Advanced Light Source (ALS) and its upgrade project (ALS-U), with a primary focus on AC upgrade infrastructure. This role involves supporting the upgrade efforts for the AC distribution systems for our facility, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance with all relevant standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AC power distribution coupled with excellent troubleshooting and project …

Mechanical Engineer

Job #103634

Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Mechanical Engineer to oversee medium to large projects and perform complex mechanical engineering tasks, including design, manufacturing planning, and quality assurance. The role involves conducting and contributing to large or multiple small projects while adhering to budget and schedule constraints. Typical projects may involve particle accelerators, optics, beamline design, magnetic systems, cryogenic systems, and vacuum systems. This is a …

Quality Engineer

Job #103572

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Quality Engineer to support medium to large projects. This role involves developing and reviewing work instructions, verification/validation plans, setting up production lines, and supporting vendor interactions. The Quality Engineer will work closely with internal and external manufacturers, managing strategic relationships while focusing on technical needs and project logistics. Responsibilities include defining and implementing project-specific …

Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Mechanical Engineer to oversee medium to large projects and perform complex mechanical engineering tasks, including design, manufacturing planning, and quality assurance. The role involves conducting and contributing to large or multiple small projects while adhering to budget and schedule constraints. Typical projects may involve particle accelerators, optics, beamline design, magnetic systems, cryogenic systems, and vacuum systems. This is a …

The Berkeley Lab is hiring an Accelerator Electronics Engineer to manage, maintain, and improve the electronics systems for the 88” cyclotron. This role involves working on high-voltage systems, power applications, control interfaces, RF generation, and beam diagnostics. The engineer will also be a key contact for electrical safety compliance.

This position requires a proactive, self-motivated individual who can work under general guidance and collaborate with senior engineers. The engineer will …

The Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Controls Software Engineer to develop control software for the Advanced Light Source (ALS) using EPICS and related tools. The role involves collaborating with scientists and engineers to implement control systems for motion, data acquisition, and digital devices.

What You Will Do:
– Develop and deploy EPICS-based control software for the ALS.
– Create EPICS drivers for device-specific digital electronics with network interfaces.
– Configure …

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.

What You …

Join Our Innovative Team as a Technical Project Leader!

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.

What You Will …

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 …

Student Assistant

Job #103270

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 …

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 hiring a Mechanical Design Associate to support LBNL’s research initiatives, including the Advanced Light Source (ALS), Berkeley Lab Laser Accelerator (BELLA), ALS-Upgrade project, and DUNE project.

In this role, you will help engineers and scientists turn conceptual ideas into complete 3D CAD models and detailed manufacturing drawings. You’ll use CAD and product lifecycle management software, along with basic mechanical engineering principles, …

Berkeley Lab is looking for an Accelerator Removal and Installation System Lead responsible for the overall management, integration, and delivery of the accelerator removal and installation portion within the ALS-U Project, an upgrade for the Advanced Light Source (ALS), a prominent National User Facility. This is a unique chance to work with highly advanced technologies and contribute to enabling world-class research. The ALS-U project is currently completing its final designs and transitioning …

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 …