Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering or related field
• At least 7-10 years of progressively responsible related work experience
• Experience with creative engineering projects, working hands-on with mechanical equipment, and collaborating with a team to develop and build unique equipment
• Experience with 3D CAD molding software (Creo preferred)
• Knowledge of material properties, manufacturing/machine shop processes, welding, hardware & component choice, manufacturing, installation, and dimensioning and tolerances
• Proficient computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent organizational, written, verbal and presentation skills
• Detail oriented and capable of following strict policies and procedures to ensure hardware and personal protectionPreferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Master’s degree in Engineering or Physics
• Practical experience developing and building sub-systems for particle accelerators
• Experience designing UHV systems
• Experience with ANSYS (or equivalent thermal and stress engineering analysis software) and generating engineering analysis reports
• Demonstrated ability to positively interact and support contractors, vendors, project management and procurement professionals
• Basic knowledge of instrumentation and control systems .Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:
• Must be comfortable working in industrial, construction and radiation environments
• Will require occasional climbing ladders, moderate lifting, working in the vicinity of operating machinery, exposure to noise, and the willingness to wear proper PPE
• Will be required to become a qualified Radiation Worker
• May be required to occasionally work off-hours, nights and/or weekends to support mission critical projectsOther Information:
• Occasional domestic and/or international travel
• Selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level based on the depth and breadth of relevant engineering knowledge, skills, and experience.At Brookhaven National Laboratory, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive.
Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (vacation, holidays, sick leave, paid parental leave)
• Lab-Funded Retirement Plan (remove if post-doc position)
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs
• Employee Fitness/Wellness & Recreation:
Gym/Basketball Courts, Weight Room, Fitness Classes, Indoor Pool, Tennis Courts, Sports Clubs/Activities (Basketball, Tennis, Softball, Table Tennis)The EIC Vacuum Group has an opening for a senior level Mechanical Engineer to help design and develop the multiple large vacuum systems required for the Electron-Ion Collider being built at BNL.
The EIC project has complex and unique challenges which will require creative solutions and close collaboration with the other technical engineering groups.
The chosen candidate for this position will fill a key role in developing the solutions critical to the success of the project.
After the design and development phase, this position will evolve into supporting the implementation of the solutions during the construction and installation stages of the project.Join BNL at the beginning of this ground-breaking scientific and engineering project and become part of the team building this scientific discovery machine (bnl.gov/eic).Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Develop engineering solutions to support vacuum R&D efforts as well as project needs
• Develop components and systems from initial concept through engineering analysis, detailed 3D modeling and design, design and safety reviews, preparation of specifications and fabrication drawings, procurement and fabrication, assembly, testing, installation, and commissioning
• Manage engineering projects, and develop project plans including schedules with needed resources and budgets
• May oversee and coordinate a variety of technical staff for design, fabrication, assembly, testing, and installation of equipment
• Prepare for and present material as required for design reviews
• Work closely with scientific staff as well as other engineering groups to develop solutions to complex problems and integration issues
• Prepare job orders, requisitions, and cost estimates
• Maintain a safe and respectful workplace environment
Associated topics:
aerodynamic, assembly, autocad, bsme, chassis, design, mechanism, powertrain, proe, propulsion
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