Electrical Systems Architect

Overview

Tech Source is seeking a Principal Electrical Systems Architect to join the Advanced Sources and Detector (ASD) Project team in support of the design, integration, and operational readiness of the Scorpius ~20 MeV linear induction accelerator, used for subcritical experiments at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS). This role is intended for a highly experienced technical leader with deep domain expertise in electrical engineering and system integration within accelerator or high-energy physics environments.

The successful candidate will provide strategic technical oversight, lifecycle system engineering leadership, and cross-disciplinary mentoring across the accelerator’s electrical systems. This position also requires extensive collaboration with national laboratories, vendors, and internal teams to ensure delivery of high-reliability, compliant, and innovative electrical solutions in high-voltage, high-radiation environments.

• Serve as the principal technical authority across all electrical and control subsystems of the Scorpius accelerator.
• Provide system-level architecture, integration strategy, and optimization for complex electrical and pulsed power systems.
• Lead the design, specification, and implementation of high-voltage, magnet power, I&C, vacuum control, and diagnostic systems.
• Conduct formal design and hazard reviews in compliance with DOE, NEC, UL, and national safety standards.
• Serve as technical mentor and coach to electrical engineering staff, guiding detailed design and implementation efforts.
• Collaborate directly with national lab teams (LANL, LLNL, SNL), ensuring project alignment and knowledge transfer across organizations.
• Oversee and validate the procurement, commissioning, and system performance qualification of integrated accelerator electrical systems.
• Lead root-cause investigations and high-impact troubleshooting of electrical system failures or anomalies.

• Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field, or equivilent
• 20+ years of experience in electrical system design and integration for accelerators, fusion devices, pulsed power, or equivalent high-energy platforms.
• Proven track record of technical leadership in cross-functional, multi-organizational project teams.
• Demonstrated expertise in:
  Pulsed power systems, Magnet and power supply design, PLC controls and I&C integration, Analog/RF signal processing, Low-level signal detection and grounding/isolation techniques, Vacuum systems and radiation-hardened electronics
• In-depth knowledge of NEC, NFPA-70E, UL, and relevant DOE and NNSA standards for nuclear and high-voltage environments.
• Experience with electrical and controls system lifecycle management, including requirements engineering, verification, and validation.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and electrical documentation tools.

• Prior contributions to linear induction accelerators or advanced particle beam systems.
• Experience working at NNSA laboratories (LANL, LLNL, SNL, etc.)
• Familiarity with high-radiation, cryogenic, or other extreme operating environments.
• Recognized subject matter expert with technical publications or patents in related fields.
• Any ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q security clearance, an active clearance is strongly preferred

We offer full-time employees an attractive suite of benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, and superior paid holidays. Full-time employees also are eligible to contribute to a health savings account and flexible spending accounts, and Tech Source provides full-time employees with paid life insurance benefit of 2x salary up to a maximum of $250,000. Furthermore, all employees are eligible to participate in our 401k plan, which Tech Source enhances with a generous matching contribution.

Lastly, Tech Source is now an employee-owned company. Each qualifying Tech Source employee takes a direct stake in the company’s success and future growth through stock allocations. Stock allocations and vesting are determined by hours worked and tenure.

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