Pulsed Power Operations Engineer
Core
Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain high-voltage pulsed power components for an inertial fusion energy laser system.
Role type
Senior IC pulsed power operations engineer (fusion energy)
Builds
Experimental Phoenix laser system for inertial fusion energy research
Domain
Energy + High-voltage engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
High-voltage system operation, electrical diagnostics, transient waveform analysis, component inspection and replacement, preventive and corrective maintenance, root-cause analysis, schematic interpretation, operational procedure development, hands-on hardware integration
Preferred skills
Pulsed power applications coursework, high voltage test operations experience, complex high-risk system operation experience
Technologies
Oscilloscopes, probes, meters, high-voltage hardware (capacitors, resistors, inductors, switches, cables, connectors)
Responsibilities
Safely operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and improve high-voltage pulsed-power systems and experimental hardware; Perform electrical diagnostics using oscilloscopes, probes, meters, and other test equipment to evaluate system performance and identify faults; Analyze transient waveforms and test data to identify abnormal behavior, equipment degradation, and potential root causes; Inspect, test, install, and replace electrical components including capacitors, resistors, inductors, switches, cables, connectors, and other high-voltage hardware; Support preventive and corrective maintenance, component refurbishment, system commissioning, and equipment readiness activities; Prepare systems for testing and support pre-shot, post-shot, and troubleshooting activities during experimental campaigns; Read and interpret schematics, drawings, procedures, component datasheets, and technical documentation; Develop and maintain operational procedures, checklists, test documentation, and equipment records; Work closely with engineers, technicians, scientists, and subject matter experts to resolve technical issues and improve system reliability; Participate in root-cause investigations, failure analysis, and continuous improvement efforts focused on safety, reliability, repeatability, and operational efficiency; Maintain accurate records of system performance, maintenance activities, failures, and lessons learned; Train and qualify as a Pulsed Power Controller for the Phoenix Laser System; Serve as a Pulsed Power Controller, executing procedures and working in support of the Shot Director, during laser experiment operations; Develop procedures and other shot operations infrastructure for the Phoenix pulsed power system; Perform hands-on integration and maintenance work with the Phoenix team during maintenance and upgrade windows
Seniority
Mid-level to Senior, hands-on IC