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Magnet Fabrication & Testing Engineer II

Position Summary

Michigan State University (MSU) operates the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) as a user facility for the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science (DOE-SC), supporting the mission of the DOE-SC Office of Nuclear Physics. FRIB provides researchers with one of the most advanced tools of modern science to study rare isotopes, or short-lived nuclei not normally found on Earth. Hosting what is designed to be the most powerful heavy-ion accelerator, FRIB enables scientists to make discoveries about the properties of rare isotopes, nuclear astrophysics, fundamental interactions, and applications for society, including in medicine, homeland security, and industry. User facility operation is supported by the DOE-SC Office of Nuclear Physics as one of 28 DOE-SC user facilities. MSU's nuclear physics graduate program is a top-ranked program nationally, according to U.S. News & World Report.

This position affords an exciting opportunity to become part of the world-class FRIB Laboratory that enables unique discovery opportunities in nuclear science.

*Purpose: *

The magnet fabrication and testing engineer will participate in the development of superconducting accelerator magnets in a rigorous, schedule-driven environment.

*Major Duties/Responsibilities: *

• Plan, coordinate and implement works for superconducting coil, cryogenic sub-parts, and tooling development ensuring quality and regulatory compliance. 
• Assist coil winding, assembly, cryostat fabrication, magnet installation, cryogenic connection, magnet repairs. 
• Perform mechanical/magnetic testing, vacuum components/systems leak/pressure testing. 
• Design components or portions of cryogenic systems using CAD tool. 
• Perform insulation, cooling, energization and magnetic field mapping tests. 
• Performs hands-on work with coil and magnet development with fiberglass prep regulations, cyanate ester, and epoxy-based adhesive systems, and other non-clean work. 
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification. 

*Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: *

• Knowledge of electronic instrumentation as well as the ability to learn new technologies.
• Demonstrated skill in using a systematic approach in carrying out projects.
• Ability to effectively use team resources.
• Working knowledge of the properties of engineering materials.
• General knowledge of machine shop practices and welded construction.
• Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively and credibly, both verbally and in writing with all audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites and CAD tools.

Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physics; three to five years of progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in fabrication techniques, cryogenic systems, electronics, mechanical and electronic drafting and computer systems; and may require experience in the use of CAD and/or related engineering systems, including file transfer; experience in the use of exotic metals, including knowledge of their properties, in the fabrication and assembly of sophisticated research equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience in coil fab/testing.

Desired Qualifications

• Master's level degree or coursework is preferable.
• Some experience or education in finite element analysis.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,