Organizational Overview

Brookhaven National Laboratory 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.

Position Description

BNL’s new EIC division has immediate openings for Senior Mechanical Designers and Mechanical Design Engineers to join our growing Design and Documentation Group. Under the technical direction of the group leader and other engineers/scientists, you will play a key role in designing the equipment to be used in our new accelerator. This equipment includes magnets, power supplies, RF systems, vacuum equipment, accurately positioned support structures, remote drive systems, lifting fixtures, and civil facilities including building layouts and water/air cooling systems.  The assignments you will work on will usually be on a project basis, which will require a high degree of initiative and judgement to plan, coordinate, and perform your design efforts.

Join the BNL EIC team and be part of building the next discovery machine for science!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop component and equipment designs using 3D modeling and design software
• Support design and safety reviews
• Prepare and document fabrication drawings
• Support fabrication, assembly, testing, installation and commissioning
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers and other technical staff
• Independently plan, coordinate and execute assignments
• May direct and coordinate the work efforts of other drafting support personnel assigned to a specific project

Position Requirements

• Technical institute or associate degree in a related engineering field or equivalency, and at least six (6) years’ relevant design/drafting experience
• Proficiency using PTC Creo, Autodesk Inventor, and/or Solid Works 3D CAD software designing mechanical components and systems for fabrication
• Knowledge of material properties, manufacturing/machine shop processes, welding, hardware & component choice, manufacturing, installation, and dimensioning and tolerances
• Demonstrated ability to create accurate and detailed 3D system models and designs and then use them to generate mechanical manufacturing drawings to ANSI Y14.5 standards
• Ability to perform mechanical design functions independently with general direction and review by a mechanical engineer or scientist
• Good technical communication skills for close collaboration with engineers (e.g. reporting changes and modifications) and technical staff who install and maintain equipment

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology
• Ability to review and check the 3D models and fabrication drawings of other design group staff
• Experience with custom scientific equipment including magnet design, vacuum chambers & components, high current and high voltage equipment, water cooling, and/or cryogenic components
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills

Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:

• Will be required to become a qualified Radiation Worker
• May be required to climb ladders for equipment inspection
• May be required to occasionally work off-hours, nights, or weekends to support mission critical projects

OTHER INFORMATION: 

• Valid driver's license
• Selected candidates will be placed at the appropriate level based on their experience
• BNL cannot sponsor US work authorization/visa for this position

At Brookhaven National Laboratory we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical Plans
• Dental Plans
• Vacation
• Holidays
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Swimming Pool, Weight Room, Tennis Courts, and many other employee perks and benefits