Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) was recently chosen as the building site for the Electron-Ion Collider (EIC), a one-of-a-kind nuclear physics research facility.  The EIC will be a discovery machine for unlocking the secrets of the “glue” that binds the building blocks of visible matter in the universe. The machine design is based on the existing and highly optimized RHIC Ion-Ion collider.   It will consist of two intersecting accelerators, one producing an intense beam of electrons, the other a beam of protons or heavier atomic nuclei which are steered into collisions.  Beyond sparking scientific discoveries in a new frontier of fundamental physics, the Electron-Ion Collider will trigger technological breakthroughs that have broad-ranging impact on human health and national challenges.

Using a mix of custom hardware and software, PLC-based control, and commercial off-the-shelf equipment, the Cryogenics Controls & Instrumentation (C&I) group is responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining controls and instrumentation systems used for the central helium plant, 4K distribution systems, 2K satellite and distribution systems for the EIC project.  Besides new systems for the EIC project, the group is also responsible for upgrades to the existing central plant main PLC and SCADA system, upgrades to the existing SRF test facility cryogenic controls system, and upgrades to the exiting AGS superconducting snake magnet controls system.

Position Description

The Cryogenics Controls &Instrumentation (C&I) Engineering Lead will be the project manager for the EIC C&I scope, as a Level 3 Control Account Manager (CAM). This person will also provide C&Iand electrical systems technical expertise to EIC and RHIC, and will lead the planning, research and development of C&I architecture and distribution of the cryogenic control system elements throughout the collider complex.  Finally, the Cryo C&I Leadwill be a key member of the Cryo Group management team, helping to ensure the C&I engineering staff’s work is generally well planned and in step with the work of the Cryo Group mechanical engineering staff, and the mechanical and C&I field and operations technicians. This position has a high level of interaction and visibility with the BNL scientific and engineering community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve on the EIC cryo-engineering project as the Level 3 Cost Account Manager for the complete EIC Cryo-systemscontrols and instrumentation scope

• Provide control and instrumentation systems expertise and lead the planning, research and development of control and instrumentation architecture and distribution of the cryogenic control system elements throughout the collider complex 

• Work closely with the C&I technician manager, staff technicians and engineers on the installation, integration, and maintenance of equipment in the field

• Work closely with the Cryo Group Leader and Chief Engineer on overall Cryo Group planning and strategy, and on the development of project plans including schedules with needed resources and budgets 

• Evaluate vendor capabilities, prepare job orders, requisitions, and cost estimates 

• Prepare design reviews and presentations as required

• Review and approve LOTO and work planning and related ES&H aspects for the group. 

• Maintain a safe and respectful workplace environment

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science or related field with a solid understanding of electrical systems related to industrial process equipment.

• At least 7 years of related experience performing and managing controls and instrumentation, and electrical engineering on widely distributed process plant systems including the development, debugging and deployment of PLC hardware and software.

• Project management experience with demonstrated experience coordinating the work of multidisciplinary teams, including members of various trades, towards project scope, cost, and schedule goals.

• Experience with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and integrating SCADA software for Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) development, and embedded instrumentation and control applications in a process plant environment.

• Proven track record of successfully deploying control systems including distributed I/O to multiple locations throughout the campus.

• Proficient computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) project management software like MS.

• Excellent organizational, written, verbal and presentation skills.

• Experience with work planning, conduct of operations, and plant safety best practices.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 10+ years of related experience.

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science or related field.

• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) project tracking and DOE-style critical decision stage-gate project reviews.

• Extensive experience with control systems related to large, pressurized fluid process systems such as large cryogenic plants, steam plants for power generation or ship propulsion, or chemical processing plants.

• Practical working knowledge of controls and instrumentation for cryogenic equipment and liquid helium processing, and experience troubleshooting and maintaining cryogenic C&I equipment and systems.

• Demonstrated experience developing and deploying networking interfaces to field equipment using ethernet, RS232, RS485, or other communication protocols.

• Experience with AC power systems and components, compliance with electrical safety standards such as NFPA 70, and UL 508A, and implementing LOTO to protect electrical workers.

• Demonstrated experience with Aveva Edge Web Studio.

Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:

• May be required to climb ladders and/or work in Confined Spaces.

• May be required to work in Oxygen Deficiency Hazard area, High Noise environment, and/\or Static Magnetic fields area.

• Will be required to become a qualified Radiation Worker and may be required to work in radiation areas. 

• May be required to occasionally work off-hours, nights or weekends to support mission critical projects.

Other Information: 

• May be required to travel to attend vendor meetings, project reviews, and conferences, and training.

• A hybrid work arrangement is available for working from home one out of five days a week. This should be discussed with the Group Leader.

Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $106650 - $207750 / year.Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.