Accelerator Physics and Engineering

[SpaceDreamer]

What roles do engineers play in the field of accelerator physics, specifically electrical engineers. I would imagine something to do with electromagnetism or microwave engineering but I have no idea. Does anyone else know what they do in the field?

Thanks.

 

[ZapperZ]

Please read this thread:

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=410271

Zz.

 

[SpaceDreamer]

Just what I was looking for, thank you.

 

[shade.23]

Hey i wanted to know about the career prospects in the field.I am an indian and i do not want to enter the medical applications of the field.So how would i be employed considering most of the places(SLAC etc) would prefer US citizens right?