Demo

Electrical Engineer, Assembly & Production

Salas O'Brien Engineers Incorporated
Los Alamos, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/31/2026
Electrical Engineer, Assembly & Production

At Salas O'Brien, we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That's why we're committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career-and they'll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow's requirements are today's opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, nuclear sciences and more

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary:

TechSource a Salas O'Brien Company is hiring a full-time Electrical Engineer to join the Action Officer Advanced Sources and Detector (ASD) Project team and support the design, procurement, installation, and commissioning of a ~20 MeV linear induction accelerator, known as Scorpius, used in subcritical experiments at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS). Work closely with multi-lab teams and vendors on advanced electrical engineering for accelerator systems.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop electrical distribution, control, and diagnostic systems
  • Create and review schematics, block diagrams, and wiring/cable drawings (AutoCAD Electrical)
  • Troubleshoot and test electrical systems with general test equipment
  • Support procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning
  • Coordinate with vendors and technical leads
  • Ensure designs meet NEC and UL standards

Qualifications and Experience:
  • Minimum of a degree in Engineering 10 years experience, or equivalent
  • Experience with power distribution, instrumentation, and controls in industrial settings
  • Skilled in electrical testing (oscilloscopes, meters, signal generators)
  • Familiarity with NEC and UL standards
  • Strong communication and team collaboration skills
  • Knowledge of engineering project workflows and documentation
  • An ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Masters degree
  • Experience with linear induction accelerators
  • Prior work at NNSA-designated laboratories
  • Familiarity with high-radiation or high-voltage environments

Location: This position will be fully on-site at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS)

Travel: Travel to vendors and NNSS as needed

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected base salary range for this role is $120,000 - $170,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
  • Professional development support

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Salary : $120,000 - $170,000

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Electrical Engineer, Assembly & Production?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Electrical Engineer, Assembly & Production career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$85,140 - $105,525
Income Estimation: 
$107,004 - $128,710
Income Estimation: 
$102,830 - $126,611
Income Estimation: 
$105,325 - $132,008
Income Estimation: 
$163,041 - $197,583
Income Estimation: 
$226,694 - $284,387
Income Estimation: 
$196,704 - $250,368
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Salas O'Brien Engineers Incorporated

  • Salas O'Brien Engineers Incorporated Pocatello, ID
  • Electrical Engineer Team Leader At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Salas O'Brien Engineers Incorporated Laconia, NH
  • Electrical Engineer At RFS Engineering, a Salas O'Brien Company, we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Salas O'Brien Engineers Incorporated Brookhaven, MS
  • Mechanical Engineer Brookhaven, Mississippi At I.C. Thomasson, a Salas O'Brien company, we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion ... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Salas O'Brien Engineers Incorporated Brookhaven, MS
  • Senior Electrical Engineer (Mission Critical) Brookhaven, MS / Gulfport, MS In-Office or Hybrid At Salas O'Brien, we tell our clients that we're engineered... more
  • 1 Day Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Electrical Engineer, Assembly & Production jobs in the Los Alamos, NM area that may be a better fit.

  • Salas O'Brien Los Alamos, NM
  • Electrical Engineer, Assembly & Production At Salas O’Brien, we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference app... more
  • 16 Days Ago

  • GEM Technologies, Inc. Los Alamos, NM
  • ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our team supporting Los Alamos National Laboratory ! This position is full-time and will be ba... more
  • 26 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!