Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

250 East River Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Department:

250548 LLE-Laboratory for Laser Energ

Work Shift:

Range:

UR URG 114

Compensation Range:

$86,900.00 - $130,300.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Designs, optimizes, and maintains electrical systems, while also staying updated with emerging technologies and industry standards. May provide leadership, manage projects, and mentor junior colleagues. Ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

The Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) of the University of Rochester is a unique national resource for research and education in science and technology focusing on using lasers to initiate fusion and high energy density physics.

The LLE Electronics and Controls Engineering group is seeking an experienced high-speed analog electronics design engineer to design and support custom high-speed/high-bandwidth electrical circuits and systems used on high power experimental laser systems. The candidate will be working independently with scientists and engineers from other disciplines in a team environment writing requirements, presenting project reviews, designing/fielding custom equipment, and documenting final assemblies. The successful candidate should have a PhD in Electrical Engineering and 3 years of experience or MSEE and 6 years of experience or equivalent training and experience.

Requirements include the ability to demonstrate a theoretical and hands-on knowledge of the following:

Design, assembly, documentation, testing and troubleshooting electronic circuits and systems
Laboratory electrical measurement techniques, including high-bandwidth oscilloscopes and RF or microwave test equipment
CAD schematic capture
Component level circuit design and troubleshooting
Circuit simulation with SPICE or equivalent
Understanding of lumped and distributed circuit analysis
Ability to work to a budget and schedule

Desired skills or experience includes:

Strong documentation skills
Working knowledge of high-speed circuit board layout concepts, including grounding/shielding, microstrip transmission line, and reduction of parasitic elements
Experience with nanosecond/picosecond timing and measurement
Experience in a project management role
Project budgeting and time management
Curiosity and a desire to learn new concepts, skills, and techniques

Schedule: 8:30 AM-5:30 PM

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