New

Cryogenics Operations Electrical Engineer

Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab)
sick time, tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, Virginia, Newport News
Aug 07, 2026
*At Jefferson Lab,you'llchampioncutting-edgescience and operational excellence while shaping the future of discovery. Join us and make your mark - where excellence meets purpose, andgreat mindstrulymatter.* The good-faith pay range for this role is $91,800 - $131,900 per year. Actual compensation may vary and may be above the posted range based on factors such as a candidate's skills, experience, education, certifications, and work location. What your job will be like: Develop, implement, document, commission, and operate numerous cryogenic projects within Jefferson Lab and other national or international accelerator laboratories on systems capable of operating at temperatures down to 2.1 Kelvin. Many of the systems are unique and represent the state of the art in cryogenics. Work can include configuring motors and drives, setting up and maintaining control and data acquisition systems, developing engineering drawings, writing software, and operating cryogenic plants. Supervise and lead a team of EI&C technicians in providing technical support, performing maintenance and repair of cryogenic electrical equipment, instrumentation, and controls in multiple cryogenic plants on site. Operate various types of rotating and reciprocating machines such as helium screw compressors, helium reciprocating expansion engines, vacuum pumps, and all associated components that support ongoing testing and accelerator operations throughout the laboratory. In this job you will: Design and implement control systems drawings for Cryogenic equipment using AutoCAD and Programmable Logic Controller layouts. Document and fabricate designs with technicians and Engineers. Program control systems for the Cryogenic equipment such as compressors and turbines. Utilize PLC and computer programming skills Studio 5000, Connected Components Workbench, and programming languages such as Python and C++. Participate in Cryogenic operations for the group. This involves reviewing process piping and instrumentation diagrams, manipulating valves, monitoring data trends, and starting/stopping equipment to support re-configurations and restarts. Support 24/7 operations of the Cryogenics Department as a Cryogenic Coordinator on call for a week's duration for 3 to 4 times per year. Occasional mandatory unplanned work for emergency repairs. Manage small projects or multiple, complex tasks. Accurately estimate project/task resources including manpower, parts, and schedule of completion for weeks to months in advance. Communicate clearly with subordinates, management, and other lab staff. Independently and efficiently lead EI&C technicians in performing installation, maintenance, and repair activities. Potentially supervise a small number of contractors and make sure their safety training is current. Train EI&C technicians in electrical, instrumentation, and controls troubleshooting and instrumentation calibration and make sure the technicians have current safety and technical training. Experience Required: 4 or more years relevant experience Education Required: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering Experience and Education Exchange Education above the minimum may be substituted for experience. Relevant experience may not be substituted for education. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong fundamentals in electrical engineering. Ability to use programming languages such as C, C++, python, JAVA, etc. Ability to program PLCs using Studio 5000, Connected Components Workbench, etc. Familiar with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators, and multimeters. Ability to work independently with little direction, proactive self-starter, good communication and verbal skills. Familiar with basic thermodyanic concepts. Familiar with CAD design tools such as Autocad. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, controls enclosure drawings, equipment manuals, and operational procedures. Ability to effectively lead and train a team, previous supervisory experience preferred. About Jefferson Lab Join a community with a common purpose of solving the most challenging scientific and engineering problems of our time. The Jefferson Lab campusis located insoutheasternVirginiaamidst a vibrant and growing technology community. A career at Jefferson Lab is more than a job. You will be part of "big science" and work alongside top scientists and engineers from around the world unlocking the secrets of our visible universe. Managed by SURATech, LLC, Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is entering an exciting period of mission growth and is seeking new team members ready to apply their skills and passion to have an impact. You could call it work, or you could call it a mission. We call it a challenge. We do things that will change the world. Total Rewards at Jefferson Lab** At Jefferson Lab, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to: * Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans * Flexible Spending Accounts * Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave) * 401(k) Plan - 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested * Flexible Work Arrangements (Remote & Alternate Work Schedules available) * Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs * Live near the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay region with access to nearby beaches, mountains, and all major metropolitan centers on the East Coast SURATech, LLC manages and operates the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab). SURATech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SURATech is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities (unless doing so will result in an undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting@jlab.org or contact Human Resources by calling (757) 269-7100 and selecting option 1 between 8 am - 5 pm EST to provide the nature of your request. Employment with SURATech is conditional upon DOE approval if at any time during your employment you are participating in a Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Program or Affiliated activity. Generally, such programs/activities include any foreign-state-sponsored attempt to acquire U.S.-funded scientific research through programs run or funded by the government that target scientists, engineers, students, academics, researchers, and entrepreneurs of all nationalities working or educated in the United States. This includes positions or appointments, both domestic and foreign, titled academic, professional, or institutional appointments whether or not remuneration is received and whether full-time, part-time or voluntary.