Senior​/Principal Electromechanical Technologist, Data Acquisition - Onsite

Senior/ Principal Electromechanical Technologist, Data Acquisition - Onsite

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We are seeking a skilled Electromechanical Technologist to join our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in the design, implementation, and maintenance of data acquisition and control systems. Your expertise will help ensure the reliability and efficiency of our operations, contributing to the overall success of our projects. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify and address technical challenges, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

• Provide designs, controls, and engineering support for data acquisition and control systems.
• Conduct testing and oversight of existing data acquisition and control systems.
• Maintain data acquisition and control systems software and hardware.
• Implement software data analytics routines into programs for non‑technical operators.
• Assist with the implementation and commissioning of contractor‑supplied software into current and future operations control and data acquisition systems.
• Troubleshoot problems and implement workable solutions as required.

Due to the nature of the role, this candidate must be able to work onsite.

$72,800 – $140,600

* Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.

• High school diploma or higher degree plus three (3) or more years of related experience.
• Experience in operating and setting up oscilloscopes and soldering and/or standard electrical engineering measurement and test equipment such as power meters/sensors, and signal/waveform generators.
• Able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q‑level security clearance.

• Current Certified Lab View developer (LCD) accreditation from National Instruments.
• Electromagnetic Impulse troubleshooting skills, control circuit theory and design.
• Experience with network analyzers and spectrum analyzers.
• Demonstration of at least one Lab View controls/data acquisition project (minimum of 100 VI˙s) from inception to completion to include final documentation.
• Demonstrated experience creating, storing and retrieving software from repository systems (i.e. Git Hub or Sub‑Version).
• Experimental RF systems experience (theory/troubleshooting/maintenance).
• Strong technical writing skills and the ability to prepare effective documentation.
• Ability to work on programs that require adherence to standards and requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills as well as personal initiative, responsiveness, attention to detail and organization skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Willingness to tackle problems in a highly collaborative environment.
• Ability to meet challenging design requirements and deliver results while meeting timelines within cost, schedule, and performance.
• Active DOE Q‑Level security clearance.

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