Scintillator Detector Assembly Technician

Gilder Search Group; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Scintillator Detector Assembly Technician to contribute to the design and assembly of advanced radiation detection systems. In this role, you will assist in setting up facilities, preparing prototypes, and ensuring quality control of scintillator detectors used in underwater applications. Your expertise in radiation detectors and mechanical assembly will be crucial in developing efficient assembly procedures and conducting tests. If you are passionate about technology and eager to 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 assembly and testing of radiation detectors is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in facility setup and prototype development.
• Prepare scintillator samples for light yield measurement and record data.
• Support operation of the extrusion line and conduct quality checks.

Skills

Radiation Detectors

Scintillator Detectors

Data Recording in Excel

Quality Control

Mechanical Design

Tools

Extrusion Line

Injection Molding Machines

Job description

Scintillator Detector Assembly Technician

United Global Technologies - Batavia, IL, United States

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.

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Support operation of the extrusion line. Assist in both the running of the extrusion line and QC of the resultant parts.
• Report on activities and results from tests, measurements, and assembly.

Qualifications:

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

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

Additional Desired Experience:

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.