Mechanical Engineer

The expected hiring range for this position is $99,500.00–$130,900.00. The pay offered will be determined based on factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. This position is not eligible for sponsorship assistance.

About the Role

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to become the Main Injector/Recycler (MI/RR) Primary Machine Engineer who is a collaborator by nature and who seeks out the latest technology and tools to design, fabricate, test, install and operate components and systems for our particle accelerators.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Primary Machine Engineer for the MI/RR machines and work with MI/RR machine stakeholders and scientists in the planning, implementation, and documentation of the installation of upgrades and repairs to the mechanical systems that support this accelerator.
• Oversee engineers, drafter/designers and technicians in their tasks.
• Provide support to future accelerators such as PIP-II and LBNF in the mechanical design, analysis, fabrication/construction, and installation of devices and equipment.
• Utilize fundamental 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.
• 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.
• Oversee and direct the activities of early-career engineers, technicians, and drafters/designers on their projects.
• Direct the activities of co-op engineering students and interns on his/her 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 in an applicable Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution with 6+ years of engineering experience, or a Master's in an applicable Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution with 4+ years of engineering experience.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate expectations clearly using verbal and written practices with customers/stakeholders and with team members.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team in a project (technical or non-technical) and installation activities.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under the requirements of schedules and shifting priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to perform mechanical stress and deflection calculations.
• Demonstrated ability to create and read mechanical drawings.
• Demonstrated knowledge of machine shop practices and techniques for fabricating complex and intricate hardware.
• Must have strong computing skills including preparing and documenting engineering calculations, creating 3D models and 2D drawings using CAD software, FEA analyses, data presentation, and project management activities (cost estimates, schedules).
• Experience with design, assembly and operation of high and ultra-high vacuum systems is desirable.
• Knowledge of welding and brazing practices (e.g. TIG, MIG and electron beam welding process, oven brazing) as related to manufacturing and fabrication of structures is desirable.
• Knowledge of materials, metallurgy and radiation damage of materials is desirable.
• Knowledge in the design and planning of lifting/rigging of heavy components which involve material handling of equipment and techniques is desirable.
• Use of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing on drawings is desirable.
• Planning and implementing preventative maintenance programs for a system's equipment is desirable.
• Skills in Siemens Teamcenter and NX is desirable.
• Skills in ANSYS or NASTRAN is desirable.
• Experience in specifying, designing, fabrication, and operations of robotics systems is desirable.

Physical Activity and Work Conditions

HUMAN FACTORS: Heights, mental concentration, sitting, standing, tight work schedule, visually demanding.

Work Arrangement

Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office. Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.

Benefits/Perks

• 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.