Michigan State University Hiring for Superconducting Mechanical Engineer III / Engineering/Physicist Accelerator III at East Lansing Full Time

Job no: 857997
Work type: Support Staff
Pay Grade: 14
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

Superconducting Mechanical Engineer III

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:

Advanced level position designing and engineering innovative technical devices supporting heavy-ion accelerator development and operation.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Serve as project leader and subject matter expert in reviewing superconducting magnet design layouts, budgets, project documentation, construction, testing, modification of hardware and software and/or the installation of sub-systems.
• Development of team members and technical direction to support staff and students, provide scheduling and status reporting.
• Produce and document effective design solutions by developing concepts, performing engineering calculations and creating CAD designs/details.
• Present design solutions to stakeholders and convene design reviews to obtain stakeholder feedback and endorsement.
• Perform calculations and analysis of complex data.
• Provide engineering support for fabrication, assembly, and commissioning of technical equipment.
• Able to make presentation graphics of design and communicate what is needed to advance the design and start construction.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with system-level detailing and checking mechanical drawings for production
• Experience with SolidWorks and PDM Systems
• Experience in the design, fabrication, and complex assembly of superconducting equipment
• Experience in fabrication techniques, cryogenic systems, installation and operations setup, electronics, mechanical and electronic drafting, and computer systems
• 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; five to eight years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in physics, electronics, mechanical and/or electrical drafting, fabrication techniques, heat transfer, cryogenics 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

Mechanical Engineering degree with eight to ten years of experience

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 2, 11:55 PM

Advertised: Apr 26, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: May 9, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time