Senior Technician - Mechanical

Brookhaven National Laboratory; New York (TX, NY); On-site; USD 84,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Technician - Mechanical to join their innovative team. This role involves participating in the construction and commissioning of cutting-edge detectors for high-energy physics experiments, collaborating with a diverse group of scientists and engineers. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, experience in prototyping mechanical components, and a commitment to safety and quality. This fully onsite position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in an international environment. If you are passionate about technology and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma and technical experience.
• Experience in prototyping and operating mechanical systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Operate complex laboratory equipment for detector construction.
• Provide mechanical and electrical support for systems.
• Record keeping of inventory and fabricated components.

Skills

Mechanical component prototyping

System installation and debugging

Configuration control

Quality assurance

Windows applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Team collaboration

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BS degree in a technical field

Technical institute certification

Tools

Microscopes

Wirebonders

Computer controlled linear stages

Metrology machines

Job description

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Senior Technician - Mechanical
Job ID JR101750 Date posted 03/13/2025

The Omega group in the Physics Department at BNL is looking for a mechanical technician to participate in the construction, installation, and commissioning of detectors for the ATLAS HL-LHC Upgrade and LBNF/DUNE. In this role you will be collaborating with an international and multicultural scientific community and working closely with scientists, technicians, engineers, and students at BNL, domestic institutes, and international institutes such as at CERN in Geneva, Switzerland.

The Omega Group focuses on the ATLAS experiment at CERN in Geneva, Switzerland. BNL is the host laboratory for the U.S. ATLAS Operations Program, the U.S. ATLAS HL-LHC Upgrade Project, an ATLAS Tier-1 computing facility, and is designated as part of the U.S. ATLAS Support Center. The group has leading roles in the ATLAS HL-LHC upgrade projects for the silicon-strip detector, liquid argon calorimeter readout, and trigger/data acquisition electronics and has strong R&D programs on trigger/data acquisition, high-performance computing, and silicon detectors. The group also contributes to the development and construction of the LBNF/DUNE detector in collaboration with the EDG Group in the Physics department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operation of complex laboratory equipment such as microscopes, wirebonders, computer controlled linear stages, and metrology machines
• General mechanical and electrical support. Examples of such support are:
  • Machining mechanical components and cables
  • Building mechanical structures for electronics systems
  • Building cryogenic and mechanical systems
  • Gluing assemblies of small components
  • Record keeping of inventory and fabricated components

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus:
  • a BS degree in a technical field and 6 years work experience or;
  • a technical institute, Adult BOCES certification, AA degree in a technical field, CCI program completion at BNL plus 10 years experience or;
  • a technical high school certification program (eg. BOCES) and 11 years relevant work experience or;
  • 12 years relevant work experience
• Experience working on equipment for a nuclear or particle physics experiment
• Experience with test stand construction with a focus on cryogenic and mechanical systems
• Experience working on complex assemblies of scientific/technical equipment using specialized tools
• Assembly of delicate components in a clean room environment
• Hands-on problem solving skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working with a diverse team of technicians, engineers, and scientists

Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:

• Arm/hand dexterity
• Lift (up to) 30 lbs.
• Good vision and hearing, mental sharpness, alertness

OTHER INFORMATION: (add if applicable)

• This is a fully onsite position located at BNL
• Some (< 5%) domestic and international travel should be expected

• Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. This is a multi-level role and the full salary range for this position is $84000 - $105000 / year. You will be placed at the level and salary commensurate with your experience. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate's qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.

Brookhaven employees are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation at the time of hire for review by Brookhaven. The full text of the Order may be found at: https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0486.1-BOrder-a/@@images/file

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Brookhaven Science Associates is an equal opportunity employer that values inclusion and diversity at our Lab. We are committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a veteran, disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class. BSA takes affirmative action in support of its policy and to advance the employment of minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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