Engineering Technologist

We are seeking an experienced electromechanical technologist to join our team and support photovoltaic (PV) power systems research. We are looking for 2 candidates with experience in mechanical assembly, common hand tools, and electrical and electronics work. The work environment requires the ability to lift and manually position large, bulky test devices onto characterization tools, either individually or as part of a team. The position also requires periodic work outdoors in all seasons for most of the workday. Familiarity with electrical lock-out/tag-out (LOTO), forklift operations, and use of machine shop equipment is desired.

On any given day, you may be called on to:

Be responsible for operating indoor PV characterization tools.

Support outdoor PV system installation, instrumentation, and maintenance.

Work in both laboratory and outdoor settings.

Monitor experiments, including making and recording observations in support of the development and testing of PV systems.

Support documentation efforts, including preparing information for scientific and engineering reports and publications.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected candidate must be able to work onsite.

Qualifications we Require:

Associate's degree in electronics, electro-mechanical technologies, engineering or other relevant

technical field; or equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge,

skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the job.

Demonstrated ability to work in a laboratory setting, performing tasks such as test setup, equipment

operation, and data collection and storage

Demonstrated experience with mechanical assembly and common hand tools

Demonstrated experience with Data Acquisition Systems (DAS), laboratory instrumentation and basic

laboratory data management

Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE L-level security clearance

Qualifications we Desire:

Bachelor's degree in electronics, electromechanical technologies, engineering, or other relevant field

Demonstrated experience with DC measurement and data acquisition systems

Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics and engineering specifications

Demonstrated ability to adapt to various experimental environments and learn quickly

Demonstrated ability to interface with multiple engineers and scientists, and to perform work with a

sense of urgency and focus on quality

Experience with control systems, including low-voltage/low-current measurement systems and motor controls

Experience with light shop equipment (bench grinders, band saws and drill presses) and basic portable power tools

Experience with electrical Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), including procedures applied to systems with multiple sources of energy

Experience with PV systems and components

Programming and control of DAS systems using Labview, Python, or embedded languages

Experience with data processing, analysis and reporting

Ability to obtain L Clearance.