Michigan State University Hiring for Non-Conventional Utility (NCU) Engineer / Engineering/Physicist Accelerator II at East Lansing Full Time

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Job no: 866746
Work type: Support Staff
Pay Grade: 12
Major Administrative Unit / College: Facility For Rare Isotope Beams
Department: Facility For Rare Isotope Beams 10049299
Sub Area: AP- Professionals
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Engineers/Architects, Administrative Professionals- AP, Full Time (90-100%), Union
Working/Functional Title

Non-Conventional Utility (NCU) Engineer

Position Summary

Michigan State University operates FRIB as a user facility for the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science (DOE-SC), supporting the mission of the DOE-SC Office of Nuclear Physics.

As one of 28 DOE-SC user facilities, FRIB provides researchers with one of the most advanced tools of modern science to study rare isotopes, or short-lived nuclei not normally found on Earth. FRIB hosts what is designed to be the most powerful heavy-ion accelerator, enabling scientists to make discoveries about the properties of rare isotopes, nuclear astrophysics, fundamental interactions, and applications for society, including in medicine, homeland security, and industry.

The establishment of FRIB was funded by the DOE-SC, Michigan State University (MSU), and the State of Michigan, and user facility operation is supported by the DOE-SC Office of Nuclear Physics. Since 2010, MSU’s nuclear physics graduate program is ranked No. 1 in the nation, according to U.S. News and World Report’s rankings of graduate programs.

This position affords an exciting opportunity to become part of the world-class FRIB Laboratory that enables unique discovery opportunities in nuclear science.

Purpose:

The NCU systems at FRIB are essential for providing cooling water including off-gas handling, and water treatment for beam-line equipment inside the target hall. The Non-Conventional Utility (NCU) Engineer II will operate water and gas systems to support FRIB programs. In addition, you would trouble shooting and complete failure analysis of these systems, and assist in the design, fabrication, and assembly of technical equipment and support the life cycle from concept, design, fabrication, testing, installation, operation and maintenance of FRIB NCU systems.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• NCU system operations, 24/7 support; on-call and work off-shift hours when necessary.
• Assist in testing of target, magnets and NCU subsystems.
• Lead special operations (start, stop and recover NCU subsystems).
• Analyze thermodynamic and heat transfer including determination of heat loads, heat budgets and test verification.
• Provide quantitative flow and pressure drop calculations for liquid and gas streams.
• Analyze, verify and validate NCU components; complete failure analysis as required.
• Assist project leader and subject matter experts in reviewing design layouts, budgets, project documentation, construction, testing, modification of hardware and software and/or the installation of sub-systems.
• Prepare design analysis reports and part/assembly drawing reviews.
• Provide technical direction to support staff and students.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Non-conventional Utilities (NCU) engineering, systems, and measurements expertise including; radioactive water, and hydrogen gas re-combiners.
• Working knowledge of design and maintenance of water piping and pumping systems associated with industry standards; including, common industrial process instrumentation, e.g., pressure transmitters, resistive temperature devices and capacitive level probes.
• Expertise in water and gas engineering, with demonstrable knowledge of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics and heat transfer.
• Working knowledge of resolver/encoder systems in analog control loops (not as used in motor servomechanisms) is preferred.
• Knowledge of, and strict adherence to, safety programs, OSHA, and all related rules, regulations, and procedures which apply to this position’s responsibilities.
• Knowledge of CAD.
• Knowledge of accelerator systems and/or complex systems facility operations.
• Superior problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and react to shifting priorities to meet business needs and deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively and credibly, both verbally and in writing with all audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites.

Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physics; three to five years of progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in fabrication techniques, cryogenic systems, electronics, mechanical and electronic drafting and computer systems; and may require experience in the use of CAD and/or related engineering systems, including file transfer; experience in the use of exotic metals, including knowledge of their properties, in the fabrication and assembly of sophisticated research equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Processing or Mechanical Engineering with three to five years of experience in water and gas systems
• Operations experience in a National User Facility, a water utility, industrial continuous process, power generation/cogeneration, nuclear, military or navy environment
• Interest in developing expertise in water engineering as evidenced by course work in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics and heat transfer.
• Strong troubleshooting, excellent mechanical and/or electronic skills, and demonstrated practical, hands-on experience
• Experience with deionized water systems, process instrumentation, ASME B31.3 process piping, ASME BPVC
• Excellent communication, planning, organizational and leadership skills to successfully accomplish goals
• Technical expertise and understanding of water and gas systems processes
• Working knowledge of resolver/encoder systems in analog control loops (not as used in motor servomechanisms) is preferred
• Understanding of operation discipline environment and rigor
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, ChemCAD, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Radiological worker training

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Please provide a cover letter, resume and three professional references.

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

FRIB.MSU.EDU

Bidding eligibility ends May 30, 2023 at 11:55 P.M.

Advertised: May 24, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Jun 6, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time