Electrical Engineer

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

Battelle is currently seeking an Electrical Engineer II. This position is located in Oxnard, CA.

The person selected for this position will be responsible for the maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of existing electrical systems as well as supporting the design and integration of new systems. This position is part of a team composed of engineers, technicians and support staff that provide maintenance and design support for electronic, mechanical and hydraulic systems in support of a long-term client program.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining, testing and troubleshooting existing electrical/embedded systems as part of an integrated technical team.

• Maintaining, testing and troubleshooting existing electrical/embedded systems independently with minimal oversight.

• Working closely with the Battelle engineers located in Columbus OH to design, fabricate and integrate new electrical/embedded systems.

• Working closely with onsite clients and associate contractors to define system requirements and integrate systems.

• Generating and interpreting electrical schematics.

• Generating and following installation and testing procedures within a stringent client quality assurance system.

• Work temporary assignments outside the Oxnard, CA area up to 120 days.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; 2-5 years of experience or master’s degree in related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field

• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Level 5 Top Secret (TS) clearance

• Physically fit to accomplish required tasking including working from ladders and in confined spaces.

• Solid grasp of basic electrical engineering concepts and ability to learn

• Experience with standard lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators, etc.

• Experience with computer languages/programs such as C, Matlab, Word, Excel, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently holds or have held a Level 5 TS Clearance in the last five years.

• Additional work experience in the electrical engineering field

• Familiarity with electrical engineering design tools and methods

• Experience generating and interpreting engineering schematics

• Experience working in a lab environment, including preparing, conducting, and documenting tests, soldering, and wiring

• Signal processing experience, both software and hardware based

• Experience with programming in additional languages

Pay rate: $100,000-120,000

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.

• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.

• Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.

• Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.

• Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.

• Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.

• Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects

• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery

• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment

• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders

• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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