LCLS Engineering Division Director/Chief Engineer

Position Overview The Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS) seeks an accomplished leader to serve as both Engineering Division Leader and Chief Engineer in the LCLS directorate. This dual role provides strategic and operational leadership for all engineering activities that directly support LCLS projects, operations, and major upgrades. The successful candidate will drive technical excellence, systems integration, and workforce development to meet evolving needs of LCLS. The role reports directly to the LCLS Director and is a core member of the LCLS Senior Management Team. Responsibilities Serve as a senior leader within LCLS, contributing to strategic planning, resource prioritization, and technical execution of LCLS initiatives. As Engineering Division Leader, manage a multidisciplinary team supporting all LCLS engineering functions, ensuring appropriate staffing, resource planning, and workforce development. As Chief Engineer for LCLS, establish and maintain engineering processes consistent with the SLAC Conduct of Engineering (CoE), ensuring rigor and compliance in the design, fabrication, testing, and operation of scientific systems. Provide systems engineering and project management oversight to ensure technical performance, cost control, and adherence to schedule. Foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, innovation, safety, and continuous improvement across the engineering organization. Lead and participate in design and readiness reviews, risk assessments, and quality assurance activities. Partner with other SLAC directorates and the Office of the Chief Engineer to advance lab‑wide engineering standards and practices. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Minimum of 10 years of progressive engineering and management experience, including leadership of complex, multi‑year, multi‑million‑dollar technical projects. Demonstrated experience in systems engineering, design assurance, and project execution. Proven ability to lead and motivate diverse, high‑performing teams. Strong analytical, communication, and decision‑making skills. Preferred Requirements Master’s or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline. Formal training or certification in Systems Engineering. Experience in a national laboratory or R&D environment. Physical Requirements and 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 job’s essential functions. Given the nature of this position, SLAC will require onsite work. Work Standards Interpersonal skills, promotion of a culture of safety, and compliance with all applicable University policies and procedures. (See ESH Manual Chapter 1 and University Administrative Guide for detailed policies.) Compensation Expected pay range for this position is $229,608 - $276,025 per annum. The pay offered will be determined based on a number of factors including scope and responsibilities, qualification, budget, equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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 must be able to demonstrate legal right to work in the United States. SLAC is an E-Verify employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC