Controls Engineer (Internal)

Controls Engineer (Internal) Job ID 6665 Location SLAC - Menlo Park, CA Full-Time Regular

• SLAC Job Postings

• POSITION OVERVIEW

• The Accelerator Directorate Cryogenic Division at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is seeking a Controls Engineer to support the development, operation, and reliability of cryogenic control systems and associated software for the LCLS-II Cryogenic Plant (2.

0 K Helium Refrigeration System each) and related accelerator infrastructure. This position emphasizes SCADA [with EPICS] development, control system networking, and software tools that support cryogenic operations. The engineer will work in a multidisciplinary environment to maintain high system availability, enhance automation capabilities, and incorporate modern software practices and AI-enabled solutions.

• Specific Responsibilities (Including but not limited to):
• + Develop and maintain cryogenic control systems and operator interfaces + Support controls network, including maintenance, troubleshooting and outage planning + Develop software tools and utilities for process operations, monitoring, and diagnostics + Integrate software and automation platforms with cryogenic equipment and infrastructure + Support installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of process control systems + Evaluate and incorporate modern software practices and AI-enabled tools where appropriate + Collaborate with process engineering, IT, and operations teams to improve system performance and reliability + Develop engineering design, procedures, and training materials + Establish and maintain standards for control system architecture, cybersecurity, and operational reliability •

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• + BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field + At least two years of relevant experience in one or more of the following areas: + Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills in both software and control systems + Ability to summarize and communicate technical information clearly and concisely + Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, international environment •

Preferred Qualifications:

• + Experience with EPICS / cryogenic and large-scale scientific/industrial systems + Experience with scripting languages (e.

g., Python, Bash) and software version control tools + Experience with industrial networking and cybersecurity + Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and RSLogix 5000, Siemens PLC and WinCC. + Proficiency in software development, including programming in Python and C/C++ Process experience (gas, liquid, flow, pressure, temperature) + Experience in industrial gases, oil & gas, process plants, or power facilities + Familiarity with modern software development practices (testing, documentation, modular design)

• SLAC Employee Competencies
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• Effective Decisions
• : Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner. +
• Self-Development
• : Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing. +
• Dependability
• : Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes. +
• Initiative
• : Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward. +
• Adaptability
• : Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes. +
• Communication
• : Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages. +
• Relationships
• : Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS

• : + Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

+ Night shifts and weekend shifts may be occasionally required, as needed to support Commissioning and Maintenance operation. + Given the nature of this position, SLAC will require onsite work.

• WORK STANDARDS

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Interpersonal Skills:

Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. +

Promote Culture of Safety:

Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1 -

General Policy and Responsibilities:

http://www-group.slac.stanford.edu/esh/eshmanual/pdfs/ESHch01.pdf + Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu . + As a national laboratory, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is responsible for adhering to the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which require employees to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, employees must successfully complete the applicable tier of federal background investigation post hire and receive a favorable federal adjudication.

The tier of federal background investigation will be determined by job duties and national security or public trust responsibilities associated with the job. All tiers of investigation include a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last 1 to 7 years (depending on the applicable tier of investigation). Illegal drug activities include marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Classification Title:

Staff Engineer 2

Grade:

K Job code: 0132

Duration:

Regular Continuing _The expected pay range for this position is $117,623 to $164,965 per annum. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs. At SLAC/Stanford, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package._SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. All staff at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. SLAC is an E-Verify employer.