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.
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 and lead efforts involving general mechanical-system design, mechanical stress analysis, and thermal analysis.
Design and plan the lifting/rigging of heavy components which will involve material handling equipment and techniques
Be responsible for directing the activities of drafters/designers, and technicians on their projects
Direct the activities of co-op engineering students and interns on their projects.
Abide by and be responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.
Skills and Attributes for Success:
Bachelor's Degree in an applicable Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution with 4+ years of engineering experience, or a Master's or PhD in an applicable Engineering discipline for an ABET accredited institution with 2+ years of experience.
Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Physical Activity and Work Conditions
HUMAN FACTORS: Heights, mental concentration, sitting, standing, tight work schedule, visually demanding.
Work Arrangement:
Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.
Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office.
Benefits/Perks:
Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid time off
Life insurance
Short and Long-term disability insurance
Retirement benefits
Onsite day care
Why Fermilab:
Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.
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