System Manager Scientist/Engineer

Berkeley Lab is looking for one or more System Manager Scientist/Engineer to oversee large-scale Department of Energy (DOE) projects. The primary focus of these roles is on upgrade projects for the Advanced Light Source (ALS), a prominent National User Facility. LBNL also leads or supports a variety of other significant scientific projects through the Engineering Division's matrixed structure. This is a unique chance to work with advanced technologies and to contribute to enabling world-class research. Come join us and be part of this ground breaking journey!

The role demands a highly proactive and experienced leader with experience in accelerators or large-scale R&D efforts, adept at managing project phases and risks, and capable of leading medium to large engineering teams to ensure successful project outcomes.

The immediate need for this position is focused on the Removal and Installation (R&I) effort for the $590M Advanced Light Source Upgrade (ALS-U) project but alternative assignments are available depending on the background and experience of the candidates. Removal and Installation is one of the major systems within the ALS-U project.  The position is responsible for the oversight of major subcontracts affecting critical path activities.

This position requires an experienced leader who can work with several stakeholders in a DOE National Lab environment. Ideally, the candidate has had experience in working on accelerators, with scientific equipment, and familiarity to work in the cross functional area between engineering, physics and operations.

What You Will Do:

Leadership and organization: Lead the R&I engineering team to successfully complete the scope of the system in all ALS-U project phases. This includes line management for a medium engineering team, collaborating with mechanical and electrical system leads and integrating with all project stakeholders. Recruit, organize, and manage staff, as well as manage construction space, equipment, and facilities. Facilitate communication between engineers, scientists, technicians, manufacturing, and quality teams as well as external contractors. Interface with technical teams and subject matter experts.

Scientific Leadership: Ensure the project execution delivers a premier facility enabling world class research. Contribute to the professional growth of the scientific staff. Engage with the worldwide community of accelerator scientists and engineers and actively contribute to workshops or conferences, as well as publishing results.

Project management, planning and execution: Refine and lead the execution of detailed project schedules for the Removal and Installation system, ensuring alignment with project objectives and critical path. Maintain and update the performance baseline consisting of scope, schedule, and cost, utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) to assess cost and schedule performance. Provide the necessary reports to comply with the requirements for DOE 413.3b construction projects. Manage daily activities of the R&I system within the ALS-U project. 

System Integration: Oversee integrated hardware testing before hand-off to beam commissioning. Coordinate presentations and technical reviews. Leverage your experience to resolve complex issues creatively, aligning with professional engineering concepts and laboratory requirements and goals. 

QA and Compliance: Ensure adherence to safety practices in collaboration with EHS and all other members of the senior management team. Be responsible for all system installations to fulfill performance requirements, ensuring that applicable configuration management practices are applied. Execute and oversee manufacturing and quality procedures, including non-conformance reporting and engineering change orders.

What is Required:

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) or equivalent experience in Physics, Engineering, or a related field with 8+ years of experience and deep knowledge of particle accelerators, beamlines, detectors, or similar large-scale scientific or industrial installations.
• Skill in estimating costs, scheduling, and progress tracking.
• Expertise in analyzing complex issues and selecting appropriate methods and evaluation criteria.
• Skill at networking with key contacts beyond one's area of expertise and proven ability to lead teams and engage with multiple stakeholders.
• Management experience in supervising technical staff or students.
• Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills, either in authoring technical and scientific publications or project-related documentation.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methods.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering and scientific teams, external partners, and senior management.
  
  
  Desired Qualifications:
• Expertise in systems engineering, QA, and Project Lifecycle Management. Experience with DOE 413.3B projects.
• Familiarity with EVMS and Primavera P6.
• Strong reputation and network within the national and international scientific community in particle accelerators, beamlines, detectors, or large-scale scientific projects.
• PMP Certification.

Required Application Materials:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter
• Publication list
• Statement of professional experience and interests

Notes:

• This is a full-time career appointment, exempt (monthly paid) from overtime pay.
• This position is expected to pay $165,000.00 - $231,000.00 annually, which fits within the full salary range of $126,874.00 - $304,509.00 for the S36.4 - Mechanical Staff Sci/Engr position. Salary for this position will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification and experience, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, certifications, and will be aligned with internal peers.
• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
• Work will be primarily performed at: Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. This is not a remote position.

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