Lead High-Power Targetry Engineer (Radiation Systems)

Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University seeks a High Power Targetry Engineer to lead the safe operation of the charge selector and collimators in the FRIB driver linac, including the cooling water system, and to drive upgrades to support the FRIB power ramp up program through design, calculations, and experiments.

The role involves collaboration with a diverse group of stakeholders, publishing results, and maintaining radiation safety in a high-radiation environment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Engineering or equivalent areas.
• Demonstrated performance, knowledge, skills and abilities in operating scientific devices in a radiation environment.
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe operation of the charge selector and collimators, including their cooling water system, in the FRIB linac by developing procedures and performing supporting calculations.
• Lead upgrades of the charge selector and collimators to fulfill the FRIB ramp-up program through designs, calculations, experiments, and documentation; may include supervising student assistants.
• Ensure timely and high-quality communication of status with the line manager and stakeholders outside the department.
• Disseminate findings through publications, journal articles, conferences, and collaborations to advance science and technology.
• Perform other duties within the scope of the assigned role as needed.

Skills

Radiation environments

Engineering calculations

Multi-physics simulations

Python/C++ programming

Technical writing

Education

Ph.D. in Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Python

C/C++

Microsoft Office

Job description

Michigan State University seeks a High Power Targetry Engineer to lead the safe operation of the charge selector and collimators in the FRIB driver linac, including the cooling water system, and to drive upgrades to support the FRIB power ramp up program through design, calculations, and experiments.

The role involves collaboration with a diverse group of stakeholders, publishing results, and maintaining radiation safety in a high-radiation environment.