Electromechanical Technologist

Electromechanical TechnologistWe are seeking an experienced electromechanical technologist to join our team and support photovoltaic (PV) power systems research. We are looking for 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 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 storageDemonstrated experience with mechanical assembly and common hand toolsDemonstrated experience with Data Acquisition Systems (DAS), laboratory instrumentation and basic laboratory data managementAbility to obtain and maintain a DOE L-level security clearanceQualifications we desire:Bachelor's degree in electronics, electromechanical technologies, engineering, or other relevant fieldDemonstrated experience with DC measurement and data acquisition systemsAbility to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics and engineering specificationsDemonstrated ability to adapt to various experimental environments and learn quicklyDemonstrated ability to interface with multiple engineers and scientists, and to perform work with a sense of urgency and focus on qualityExperience with control systems, including low-voltage/low-current measurement systems and motor controlsExperience with light shop equipment (bench grinders, band saws and drill presses) and basic portable power toolsExperience with electrical Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), including procedures applied to systems with multiple sources of energyExperience with PV systems and componentsProgramming and control of DAS systems using Labview, Python, or embedded languagesExperience with data processing, analysis and reportingAbility to obtain and maintain a DOE L Level Security Clearance.