Beamline Motion Control Architect & Lead Engineer

Brookhaven Science Associates, LLC; Upton (NY); On-site; USD 109,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, NY seeks an experienced Instrument and Controls engineer to lead motion control development for NSLS-II beamlines. You will define facility standards, implement motion control for new constructions and upgrades, and mentor junior staff while developing device drivers and interfaces.

Candidates should have a BS in CS/Engineering with 8+ years, strong motion control experience, proficiency in C/C++/Python, and solid Linux/open-source practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in CS/Engineering and 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Extensive motion control experience.
• Proficient in C/C++/Python.
• Experience with open-source development and Linux.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the facility’s motion control strategy and standards.
• Collaborate with scientific, engineering, and technical staff to deliver software and motion control solutions for beamlines.
• Implement motion control systems for accelerator and beamline construction and upgrades.
• Mentor junior staff.
• Collaboratively develop software tools and services for NSLS-II.
• Work with varied teams to troubleshoot technical issues and advance experimental capabilities.

Skills

Motion control

C/C++/Python

Linux

Open-source development

Collaborative teamwork

Communication skills

Software engineering practices

Ownership mindset

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Science or Engineering

10+ years of relevant experience

Tools

EPICS

TANGO/SCADA

Control software for scientific equipment

Job description

Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, NY seeks an experienced Instrument and Controls engineer to lead motion control development for NSLS-II beamlines. You will define facility standards, implement motion control for new constructions and upgrades, and mentor junior staff while developing device drivers and interfaces.

Candidates should have a BS in CS/Engineering with 8+ years, strong motion control experience, proficiency in C/C++/Python, and solid Linux/open-source practices.