Cryogenic Detector Mechanic – High-Energy Physics

Brookhaven National Laboratory

Upton (NY)

On-site

USD 86,000 - 129,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Brookhaven National Laboratory's Omega Group seeks a highly skilled mechanical technician to support assembly, qualification, installation, and commissioning of detector systems for ATLAS HL-LHC Upgrade and LBNF/DUNE. You will collaborate with an international team of scientists, technicians, and engineers at BNL, CERN, and partner labs in a fast-paced, highly precise environment.

The role requires hands-on experience in cleanroom assembly, machine shop prototyping, and interpreting engineering

Qualifications

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus: a BS degree in a technical field and 4 years relevant work experience or; a technical institute, Adult BOCES certification, AA degree in a technical field, CCI program completion at BNL plus 8 years relevant experience or; a technical high school certification program (eg. BOCES) and 9 years relevant work experience or; 10 years relevant work experience.
Experience assembling delicate components including a basic understanding of configuration control, quality assurance, and quality control.
Experience prototyping mechanical components in a machine shop.
Experience interpreting engineering drawings, mechanical assembly procedures, and technical documentation.
Experience with test stand construction with a focus on cryogenic and mechanical systems.
Experience installing, debugging, and operating systems with both mechanical and electronic components.
Basic knowledge of Windows computers and applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to understand and follow BNL safety principles.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks according to production schedules.
A demonstrated strong work ethic and the ability to take initiative on assigned tasks and projects.
Ability to work collaboratively in close quarters with a small team of technicians, scientists, and students.

Responsibilities

Assembly of delicate components in a cleanroom environment.
Operation of complex laboratory equipment such as microscopes, wirebonders, computer controlled linear stages, and metrology machines.
Specialized mechanical and electrical support including machining high-precision components, building mechanical structures for electronics systems, building cryogenic and mechanical systems, gluing assemblies of small components, and record keeping of inventory and fabricated components.