Sr. Laboratory Engineer
University of Rochester
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Job Location (Full Address):
250 East River Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623Opening:
Worker Subtype:
RegularTime Type:
Full timeScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Department:
220548 LLE-Laboratory for Laser EnergWork Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)Range:
UR URG 113Compensation Range:
$77,216.00 - $115,824.00The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
POSITION SUMMARY:The Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) of the University of Rochester is a unique national resource for research and education in science and technology focusing on using lasers to initiate fusion and high energy density physics. LLE is currently seeking a Senior Engineer to oversee the target filling systems area of the Cryogenic & Tritium Facility (C&TF). Candidates are sought to oversee a state-of-the-art facility where operators operate, maintain, troubleshoot and upgrade a variety of unique, one of kind systems required to produce seed pellets for fusion and high energy density physics experiments. This C&TF serves both internal and external customers including US national laboratories.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Engineering and management oversight of cryogenic and radiological target filling operations to prepare fuel pellets.
- Oversee maintenance and upgrade in the filling systems area.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, vacuum and radiological issues as they arise.
- Work with LLE mechanical, electrical and controls engineers to upgrade existing and design/install new equipment.
- Oversee handling of radioactive materials and become a NYS Radiation Worker.
- Oversee a team of four operators and manage day to day operations.
- Work in consonance with C&TF facility peers to achieve overall target production goals.
- Participate in operations as needed with occasionally second shift operations (2 –3 days/month).
- Update existing procedures and create new ones to meet the goals of the facility.
- Employ databases and logs to record and document activities and observations.
- Prepare weekly reports and other technical documentation as needed.
- Represent the C&TF in meetings with internal and external customers including US national laboratories.
- Reports to Cryogenic and Tritium Facility Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree and 5 years of engineering experience required
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Strong organizational skills.
- Well versed in engineering/physics fundamentals including basic mechanics, electrical, vacuum technology and chemistry.
- Strong mechanical aptitude. Needs to be adept with using hand tools.
- Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Strong interpersonal skills for working in a team-based environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn additional software as needed.
- Demonstrated strong technical writing skills.
- Ability to lift to 50 lbs. and climb ladders or stairs.
DESIRED SKILLS
- Previous experience managing teams.
- Experience with cryogenic systems.
- Experience with high pressure systems.
- Experience with radiological materials.
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