Power Electronics Engineer

The expected hiring range for this position is :

$97,400.00-$138,333.00.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

This position is eligible for relocation assistance, and sponsorship assistance.

About the Role

Fermilab is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer within our Power Electronics Systems Department . This person, under general directions, plans and performs engineering tasks which include research, design, and development of medium to large engineering projects or portions of large projects in compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, requirements, and standards, and all Department of Energy (DOE) orders. Assignments typically include : equipment design and development, test of materials, preparation of specifications, coordination of manpower required to manufacture, and install / test projects.

What your day-to-day as a Power Electronics Engineer at Fermilab will look like

• Analyzes data and performs engineering calculations. Develops designs of specific parts, components, or phases of a project.
• Develops specifications, designs, and documents for complex and perhaps major engineering design solutions. Work involves applying a variety of standard to moderately complex engineering techniques to assignments which have clear and specified objectives.
• Plans medium to large projects from inception to completion and brings them to operating status. Estimates manpower, schedules work, coordinates and directs technicians.
• Takes a lead role in procurement, manufacturing, installation, testing, and operation.
• Assists with or leads the development of cost estimates, as well as the monitoring of budgetary obligations.
• With oversight, may review and approve work before resources are committed, ensuring conformance to specifications and cost / time constraints.
• With review and approval of supervisor, commits hardware and financial resources, ensuring conformance to specifications and cost / time constraints.
• Serves on or leads safety panels, review committees, and other subcommittees as assigned.
• Provides technical direction to draftspersons, designers, engineering associates, technicians, or less senior engineers, as assigned. Coordinates and / or supervises technicians and other engineers, as assigned.
• May participate in technical conferences and publication.
• May provide supervision or leadership of a team including hiring, promotions, performance reviews, training, disciplinary actions, team exits, and other duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Skills and Attributes for Success

Applicable Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

Work Arrangement

Onsite : This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office. This work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.

Benefits / Perks

Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including :

Why Fermilab

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 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.

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

REAL-ID Requirement

REAL-ID or equivalent is required for access to Fermilab Campus. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found in the official Fermilab REAL-ID documents.

What To Expect Next

We\'ll be in touch! If your qualifications align with the position requirements, one of our recruiters will reach out to schedule a phone interview to learn more about your career interests and goals. In the meantime, we encourage you to check us out on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, or our About Us page.

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