Power Supply Electrical Technician II

at Fermilab in Batavia, Illinois, United States

Job Description

We Are:
Fermilab is America's premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and at locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

We are strategic risk takers, innovators, and collaborators. We are engineers, scientists, technicians, administrative professionals. We are over 2,000 employees advancing knowledge for the benefit of humankind. Fermilab has been at the forefront of particle physics for more than 40 years. We build world-leading accelerators and detectors to conduct some of the most advanced particle physics experiments possible. We collect and analyze the data from those experiments with some of the most powerful computers in the world. We conduct this research on a 6,800-acre prairie, 35 miles outside Chicago, a treasure that has been designated a National Environmental Research Park.

You will:
Fabricate, set-up, operate, test, repair, and/or modify a wide variety of moderately complex electrical/electronic and/or mechanical equipment, systems, and devices for Laboratory projects/equipment in the assigned area, based on drawings, diagrams and schematics.
Assist in construction and assembly of experiment and support equipment. Prepare and test equipment for operation.
Write procedures for all finished work. Enter relevant work information into a database and/or personal logbook.
Produce reports as assigned. Electronically prepares and compiles technical data and safety records for equipment using databases, spreadsheets, and other appropriate computing software and programs.
Provide moderately complex technical support and maintenance for a wide variety of instruments and equipment in the assigned area. Troubleshoot problems and conducts repairs as needed.
Perform ES&H duties, including environmental surveys, waste disposal, and radiological surveys.
Conduct periodic safety inspections of assigned area, including generation of hazard analyses. Assist with the identification, packaging, control, and disposal of chemical and radioactive waste.
Respond to operational and emergency requirements. Required to work off-hour shifts or respond to emergency call-ins.
Procure and maintain inventories of small parts, supplies, materials, and equipment.
Assist in the implementation and design of equipment and systems for area of assignment. Drive quality in all job aspects. May assist in the design and development of equipment and systems.
Provide guidance to less experienced technicians. As assigned, may serve as shift supervisor for specific project or task.
Operate and maintain electrical power conversion equipment used to energize strong field bending magnets within high energy particle accelerators and beam lines.
Perform lockout/tagout of electrical utilization equipment.
Perform maintenance on medium voltage switchgear, high-power rectifier transformers (2.8MVA plus), power semi-conductor bridges, industrial & commercial DC power supplies (phase-controlled and switch-mode), high-energy capacitor banks, high-current DC transmission, high voltage systems, low level regulation electronics, PLCs, analog, digital, relay logic, thermal management, etc.

We are looking for:
Associate degree or equivalent (e.g. Military) in electronics.
1-3 years of relevant experience
Ability to solder, use basic electronic test equipment (voltmeters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators), read, and understand circuit schematics, and perform precision mechanical measurements (use of vernier calipers, micrometers, etc.).
Troubleshooting down to the component level, a plus.
Ability to prototype and test electronic circuits from engineering sketches, desirable.
Good verbal communication is essential for safe performance of duties.
Basic computer skills in the use of Excel and Word.
Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
Familiarity with the safe use of hand-held power tools and hand tools.
Experience in CAD and Soldering, a plus.
Willingness to work occasional overtime and off-shift emergency, call-in work as needed.
Patience and savvy to loically approach / troubleshoot problems.
No daily travel required.

Physical Activity and Work Conditions Human Factors:
Heavy Lifting, Mental Concentration, Sitting, Standing, Tight Work Schedule, Repetitive Motion, Visually Demanding
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
Repetitive lifting of moderate weight.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders and stand for up to 4-hours per day.
Ability and willingness to work occasional overtime on short notice in response to operational and emergency requirements.
Ability to legally operate cars and light... For full info follow application link.

Fermilab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/ Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply