Pppl Princeton, Princeton, NJ
Overview
In this role you would serve as a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer working closely with researchers, engineers and technical staff to design, deploy and operate systems used for control, protection and diagnostics for plasma experiments at PPPL as well as both international and national collaborations.
This position will define and drive the design, development, testing, and operational phases of Instrumentation and Controls projects undertaken at PPPL. It will require the successful candidate to conceive, plan, and lead efforts in broad areas of considerable novelty and importance. This role interfaces with system leads, engineers, and project leads of various disciplines in the support of PPPL experimental operations.
A U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University, the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is tackling the world’s toughest science and technology challenges using plasma, the fourth state of matter. With more than 70 years of history, PPPL is a leader in the science and engineering behind the development of fusion energy, a potentially limitless energy source. PPPL is also using its expertise to advance research in the areas of microelectronics, quantum sensors and devices, and sustainability sciences.
Whether it be through science, engineering, technology or professional services, every team member has an opportunity to contribute to our mission and vision. Come join us!
This role includes hands-on work to test electronics, diagnose failures, and render repairs if needed.
May support visa transfer and relocation for the right candidate
The successful candidate has diversified knowledge of principles and practices in engineering instrumentation & control systems. They must be familiar with the technology commonplace in the instrumentation and control space and be comfortable initiating and maintaining extensive contacts throughout an organization.
They must be a team player with the ability to communicate ideas effectively to others with varying levels of technical skills. They will have full technical responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing and coordinating assignments, and for planning and developing projects.
The ideal candidate would also have experience in the following areas:● Project management● Linux system administration● Software CI/CD tools and techniques
The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.
If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.
Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from participation in certain foreign government talent recruitment programs. All PPPL employees are required to disclose any participation in a foreign government talent recruitment program and may be required to withdraw from such programs to remain employed under the DOE Contract.
Standard Weekly Hours 40.00
Eligible for Overtime No
Yes
Probationary Period 180 days
Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail) No
Physical Capacity Exam Required No
Valid Driver's License Required No
$152,900 to $244,300
Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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