SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory
System Safety Engineer
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, Menlo Park, California, United States, 94029
Position Overview
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory seeks a System Safety Engineer for the System Safety Engineering Division (SSED) in the Accelerator Directorate. SSED is responsible for protection of personnel from prompt radiation in the operation of accelerator systems (Personnel Protection Systems and Beam Containment Systems) and associated support equipment. Working in a dynamic environment in support of particle accelerator and scientific experimental structures, the Engineer works with a team of Engineers and Technicians to design, support and maintain credited safety systems used to protect personnel from hazards associated with prompt ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, and oxygen deficiency. The work includes participation in the full engineering lifecycle, from developing requirements, to design engineering, to deployment, and maintenance. The Engineer will direct the efforts of Engineering Associates and Technicians within the Department, collaborate with Engineers and Scientists within the Accelerator Directorate, and interact with other SLAC departments, DOE labs, and the international accelerator community.
Your Specific Responsibilities Include
Responsible for design engineering, implementation, system programming, and troubleshooting/maintenance of industrial controls, focused on personnel safety.
Translate performance and operational requirements into system specifications.
Lead new project developments by preparing schedules, cost estimates and directing installation work.
Develop and direct test plans and certification procedures that demonstrate that systems satisfy requirements.
Coordinate teamwork with other accelerator and instrument groups.
Maintain configuration control of systems in accordance with SLAC and the System Safety Department’s policies.
Support occasional operational-interruption issues on-call outside of the standard workday.
To Be Successful In This Position You Will Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant engineering or science discipline and minimum 2 years of experience in the follow areas:
Designing and deploying PLC-based control systems, including programming ladder logic applications.
Project management and the ability to develop and manage time-phased budgets and schedules.
Technical writing and preparation of formal reports and user manuals.
Familiarity with international safety standards (e.g. IEC 61508 - ISA/ANSI 84.01) for industrial controls and other engineering design standards best practices (e.g., NEC, NFPA‑79, etc).
Familiarity with schematic CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD preferred).
Hands‑on field experience implementing, programming, and troubleshooting industrial controls and associated equipment.
Highly organized, good interpersonal skills and strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Preferred Qualifications
Several years of professional experience in the field of electronics, controls or safety systems.
Experience delivering turn‑key factory automation projects, from initial requirements to final commissioning.
Prior role leading engineering and other technical teams at the project level.
Experience with Siemens Step 7 or TIA Portal PLC platforms, or Rockwell‑Automation Allen‑Bradley Control Logix platform.
Basic understanding of analog and digital electronics and principles.
Experience in other industrial controls engineering and/or applications (e.g., machine tools, process controls, automated logistics, etc).
Experience in other regulated industries (e.g., pharmaceutical, food & beverage, oil‑gas, etc).
Experience with distributed control and fieldbus architectures.
Familiarity with scheduling software tools such as Microsoft Project.
Physical Requirements/ 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 essential functions of his or her job.
May work extended or unusual work hours based on research and project requirements.
Work Standards
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1 General Policy and Responsibilities.
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide.
Classification Title Staff Engineer 2
Grade K
Job code 0132
Duration Regular Continuing
The expected pay range for this position is $117,623 to $177,168 per annum. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
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Your Specific Responsibilities Include
Responsible for design engineering, implementation, system programming, and troubleshooting/maintenance of industrial controls, focused on personnel safety.
Translate performance and operational requirements into system specifications.
Lead new project developments by preparing schedules, cost estimates and directing installation work.
Develop and direct test plans and certification procedures that demonstrate that systems satisfy requirements.
Coordinate teamwork with other accelerator and instrument groups.
Maintain configuration control of systems in accordance with SLAC and the System Safety Department’s policies.
Support occasional operational-interruption issues on-call outside of the standard workday.
To Be Successful In This Position You Will Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant engineering or science discipline and minimum 2 years of experience in the follow areas:
Designing and deploying PLC-based control systems, including programming ladder logic applications.
Project management and the ability to develop and manage time-phased budgets and schedules.
Technical writing and preparation of formal reports and user manuals.
Familiarity with international safety standards (e.g. IEC 61508 - ISA/ANSI 84.01) for industrial controls and other engineering design standards best practices (e.g., NEC, NFPA‑79, etc).
Familiarity with schematic CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD preferred).
Hands‑on field experience implementing, programming, and troubleshooting industrial controls and associated equipment.
Highly organized, good interpersonal skills and strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Preferred Qualifications
Several years of professional experience in the field of electronics, controls or safety systems.
Experience delivering turn‑key factory automation projects, from initial requirements to final commissioning.
Prior role leading engineering and other technical teams at the project level.
Experience with Siemens Step 7 or TIA Portal PLC platforms, or Rockwell‑Automation Allen‑Bradley Control Logix platform.
Basic understanding of analog and digital electronics and principles.
Experience in other industrial controls engineering and/or applications (e.g., machine tools, process controls, automated logistics, etc).
Experience in other regulated industries (e.g., pharmaceutical, food & beverage, oil‑gas, etc).
Experience with distributed control and fieldbus architectures.
Familiarity with scheduling software tools such as Microsoft Project.
Physical Requirements/ 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 essential functions of his or her job.
May work extended or unusual work hours based on research and project requirements.
Work Standards
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1 General Policy and Responsibilities.
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide.
Classification Title Staff Engineer 2
Grade K
Job code 0132
Duration Regular Continuing
The expected pay range for this position is $117,623 to $177,168 per annum. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
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