Electromechanical Detector Assembly Technician

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 42,804 - 50,112; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Retirement savings options

Job summary

Northwestern University seeks candidates for three identical positions focused on the assembly and testing of particle physics detectors at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. This role involves ensuring safe assembly of complex components and performing quality control checks.

The ideal applicant will have a high school diploma with additional science courses, or a bachelor's degree in a related field. The positions are full-time with comprehensive benefits and a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• Basic science courses are required.
• Experience with testing delicate systems is preferred.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly and testing activities for particle physics detectors.
• Oversee automated assembly and conduct quality control checks.
• Maintain records of assembly steps and quality control results.

Skills

Component assembly

Quality control

Automation software (Python)

Low-temperature testing

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in physics, computer science or electrical/computer engineering

Job description

Northwestern University seeks candidates for three identical positions focused on the assembly and testing of particle physics detectors at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. This role involves ensuring safe assembly of complex components and performing quality control checks.

The ideal applicant will have a high school diploma with additional science courses, or a bachelor's degree in a related field. The positions are full-time with comprehensive benefits and a flexible work environment.