Control Systems Engineer
Core
Design, implement, and maintain control systems for the National Ignition Facility (NIF), the world's highest-energy pulsed laser system.
Role type
Control Systems Engineer (IC)
Builds
Control systems for laser alignment, diagnostics, optics processing, safety, and machine protection within a fusion research facility.
Domain
Fusion energy research / High-energy physics instrumentation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC programming, SCADA/HMI design, LabView, analog/digital instrumentation design, custom circuit design, data acquisition, root cause analysis, configuration management, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), systems engineering
Preferred skills
Master's degree in EE/CS, industrial production environment experience, legacy control system modernization, advanced FMEA, systems engineering concepts
Technologies
LabView, PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, oscilloscopes, TDRs
Responsibilities
Design and deploy control system hardware/software solutions; troubleshoot facility issues and perform reactive maintenance; collaborate with scientists and operations teams; conduct commissioning tests; mentor junior staff (at SES.3 level)
Seniority
Mid-level IC (SES.2) to Senior IC with mentorship (SES.3)
