Scintillator Detector Assembly Technician

United Global Technologies; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled technician to assist in the design and assembly of scintillator detectors for underwater applications. This role involves working on prototypes, conducting tests, and ensuring quality control during production. Candidates should have at least three years of experience with radiation detectors, particularly in scintillator technology. If you have a passion for innovative detection systems and enjoy hands-on work in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with radiation detectors, especially plastic scintillator detectors.
• Experience in detector assembly, test, and mechanical design.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scintillator detector design, prototyping, and assembly.
• Prepare scintillator samples and measure light yield.
• Support operation of the extrusion line and QC of parts.

Skills

Radiation Detector Assembly

Scintillator Detector Design

Quality Control

Data Recording in Excel

Tools

Extrusion Line Operation

Injection Molding

Plastics Testing Equipment

Job description

Need a person to assist in scintillator detector design, prototyping, assembly, and test for the scintillator planes that are to be used in underwater detectors.

• Assist in facility setup
• Prepare prototypes and develop final assembly procedures
• Prepare scintillator samples for light yield measurement. Measure samples using existing system and record data in excel.
• Assist in detector production
• Support operation of the extrusion line. Assist in both the running of the extrusion line and QC of the resultant parts.

We are interested in technicians who have at least 3-years’ experience with radiation detectors, including plastic scintillator detectors. Experience in the following desirable:

• Extruded scintillator or fiber scintillator detectors.
• Radiation detector assembly and test.
• Radiation detector readout and test
• Radiation detector system mechanical design and assembly

A candidate with work experience in one or more of these areas is desired:

•Profile extrusion, including line operation and die and sizer design fundamentals.

•Injection molding, including machine operation and mold design.

•Plastics testing and analysis.

Expected deliverables:

• Report on activities and results from tests, measurements, and assembly.