Power Distribution and Cable Management Systems Engineer
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Salary$89k – $117k
LocationBatavia
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2+ yrs
DepartmentAccelerator Directorate
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedAug 7, 2026 · 3mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited institution with a minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical power systems or power distribution
Master's degree in electrical engineering and 2 years of experience in electrical power systems or power distribution
Demonstrated ability to learn new concepts and ideas
Familiarity with high power thyristor or rectifier systems
Experience in design of low and/or medium voltage high power distribution
Experience with test equipment
Familiarity with NEC and NFPA70E and its application in low voltage systems
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Experience with switchgear a plus
Experience working with equipment manufacturers and vendors a plus
Knowledge and experience in electrical distribution simulation tools, ETAP or SKM, is a plus
Knowledge and experience in computer aided drafting tools is a plus
Abide by and be responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position
Role is not eligible for sponsorship assistance
Candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office
Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening
Required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 PIV Credential, passing federal background check investigation
Skills
Microsoft Office
ETAP
SKM
computer aided drafting tools
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Paid time off
Life insurance
Short term disability insurance
Long term disability insurance
Retirement benefits
Onsite day care
The expected hiring range for this position is:
$88,800.00-$116,900.00.
Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship assistance.
About the Role:
Join the Fermilab team at the Accelerator Directorate (AD) as a Power Distribution and Cable System Engineer! In this role, you’ll be part of AD’s Power Electronic Systems Department (PESD), where you’ll be responsible for designing, installing, operating, maintaining, and repairing distribution for DC and pulsed power systems. AD has over 150 MVA of thyristor controlled pulsed power on a medium voltage distribution system and 75 MVA of thyristor controlled pulsed power on a low voltage distribution system. These systems are crucial for powering particle accelerator and beam-line magnets and loads.
What your day-to-day as a Power Distribution and Cable Management Systems Engineer at Fermilab will look like:
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Be part of a project team and lead projects related to power supplies and electrical power.
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Plan and manage electrical distribution projects to meet deadlines and budgets.
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Handle the procurement of electrical power distribution equipment from requisition to installation, testing, and commissioning.
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Offer engineering support for the operation and maintenance of power distribution systems.
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Monitor the performance of electrical systems and suggesting improvements.
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Analyze system failures and recommending solutions.
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Review electrical installations.
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Manage cable plant activities for all electrical cables, including power, control, and signal cables.
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Design cable routes and layouts and documenting them accordingly.
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Develop documents for cable procurement and installation.
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Maintain records of engineering tasks for future reference.
Skills and Attributes for Success:
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Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited institution with a minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical power systems or power distribution OR a master’s degree in electrical engineering and 2 years of experience in electrical power systems or power distribution
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Demonstrated ability to lean new concepts and ideas
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Familiarity with high power thyristor or rectifier systems
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Experience in design of low and/or medium voltage high power distribution
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Experience with test equipment, experience with switchgear a plus
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Familiarity with NEC and NFPA70E and its application in low voltage systems
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Experience working with equipment manufacturers and vendors a plus
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Proficient with Microsoft Office
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Knowledge and experience in electrical distribution simulation tools, ETAP or SKM, is a plus
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Knowledge and experience in computer aided drafting tools is a plus
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Abide by and be responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position
Work Arrangement:
Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.
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Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office.
Benefits/Perks:
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Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:
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Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
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Paid time off
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Life insurance
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Short and Long-term disability insurance
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Retirement benefits
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Onsite day care
Why Fermilab:
Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.
Pre-Employment Screening:
Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening
Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive and drug-free environment. An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
HSPD-12
In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.
Foreign Government Sponsored Activities
Fermilab employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. Such individuals will be asked to disclose any participation for review by Fermilab’s Office of General Counsel.
REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus
Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here: https://get-connected.fnal.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/REALID-Documents.pdf. If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.