Fermilab
particle physics and accelerator research
Thermal-FluidsMechanicalEngineer
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“Thermal-Fluids Mechanical Engineer at Fermilab. Skills: Thermal Fluids Mechanical Engineering, mechanical design, analysis, fabrication/construction, installation, testing, operation. plans and performs engineering tasks. research, design, and development of small to medium engineering projects or portions of large projects”
Industry & Context.
Analyzes data; performs engineering calculations; Develops designs of specific parts, components, or phases of a project; Develops specifications, designs, and documents for complex engineering design solutions
Heights, mental concentration, sitting, standing, tight work schedule, visually demanding, Onsite role, successful completion of a background check and drug screening, obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential, successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation, declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture, 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, subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree in an applicable Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution with 4+ years of engineering experience, Master's or PhD in an applicable Engineering discipline for an ABET accredited institution with 2+ years of experience, fundamental mechanical engineering concepts and principles, environmental, health and safety regulations and practices
What You'll Do.
plans and performs engineering tasks
and development of small to medium engineering projects or portions of large projects
equipment design and development
preparation of specifications
coordination of manpower required to manufacture
and install/ test projects
utilize fundamental mechanical engineering concepts and principles
develop familiarization with the Laboratory’s method of project engineering
from the design stage through review
and documentation of the installation of upgrades and repairs to the mechanical and vacuum systems that support the accelerator
fabrication/construction
and installation of devices and equipment for the accelerator complex
general mechanical-system design
mechanical stress analysis
design and plan the lifting/rigging of heavy components
directing the activities of drafters/designers
and technicians on their projects
direct the activities of co-op engineering students and interns on their projects
performing all duties in accordance with all environmental
health and safety regulations and practices
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
working with machine stakeholders, scientists, engineers, drafter/designers and technicians; Provides technical direction to draftspersons, designers, engineering associates, technicians, or less senior engineers, as assigned; May provide supervision or leadership of a team including hiring, promotions, performance reviews, training, disciplinary actions, team exits, and other duties as assigned
Process & Methodology
Plans small projects from inception to completion and brings them to operating status, Takes a lead role in one or more of these project processes
Full Job Description
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. ### **About the Role:** The **Fermilab****Accelerator Division Mechanical Support Department** is seeking a **Thermal Fluids** **Mechanical Engineer** who plans and performs engineering tasks, which includes research, design, and development of small to medium engineering projects or portions of large projects in compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, requirements and standards, and all Department of Energy (DOE) orders. Assignments typically include: equipment design and development, test of materials, preparation of specifications, coordination of manpower required to manufacture, and install/ test projects. **What your day-to-day as a Thermal Fluids Mechanical Engineer at Fermilab will look like:** * Utilize fundamental mechanical engineering concepts and principles to complete assignments and develop familiarization with the Laboratory’s method of project engineering, from the design stage through review, procurement, fabrication, installation, test and operation. * Be involved in the planning, implementation, and documentation of the installation of upgrades and repairs to the mechanical and vacuum systems that support the accelerator by working with machine stakeholders, scientists, engineers, drafter/designers and technicians. * Be involved in the mechanical design, analysis, fabrication/construction, and installation of devices and equipment for the accelerator complex including beamline elements (such as, collimators and beam instrumentation), remote positioning devices, support structures, and vacuum systems. * Participate in a
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