Accelerator Systems Engineer, Superconducting Cavities

Argonne National Laboratory; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory is seeking a Facilities Engineering 1 professional to support superconducting accelerator projects, including ATLAS. You will engage in concept development, design, fabrication, and testing of cavities and related subsystems, and collaborate across teams to operate and enhance the facility.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, familiarity with vacuum, RF, electronics, and mechanical systems, and CAD proficiency in a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment at

Qualifications

• Bachelors in mechanical/electrical engineering or physics or equivalent.
• Hands-on laboratory experience and ability to perform a broad range of tasks.
• Strong problem-solving and practical diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Familiarity with vacuum, electronics, RF, and mechanical systems; CAD proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support the concept development, engineering, design, fabrication, assembly, and testing of superconducting cavities and related subsystems for ATLAS and other accelerator projects
• Contribute to development, fabrication, maintenance, and improvement of laboratory equipment and subsystems
• Collaborate with group and ATLAS staff to operate, maintain, and enhance the ATLAS accelerator facility
• Help deliver reliable, high-quality accelerator systems for current and future projects
• Use analytic, modeling, and design tools to advance accelerator development activities

Skills

Hands-on lab work

CAD software

Mechanical design

Electrical systems

Vacuum systems

RF systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics

Tools

Vacuum equipment

Electronics hardware

CAD tools

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory is seeking a Facilities Engineering 1 professional to support superconducting accelerator projects, including ATLAS. You will engage in concept development, design, fabrication, and testing of cavities and related subsystems, and collaborate across teams to operate and enhance the facility.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, familiarity with vacuum, RF, electronics, and mechanical systems, and CAD proficiency in a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment at