ELECTRO-MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN

The National Synchrotron Light Source is a state-of-the-art, medium-energy (3-billion-electron-volt, or GeV) electron storage ring that produces x-rays up to 10,000 times brighter than the NSLS. The mission of the National Synchrotron Light Source is to provide extremely bright x-rays for basic and applied research in biology and medicine, materials and chemical sciences, geosciences and environmental sciences, and nanoscience. To support this program, the NSLSII must design, fabricate, assemble, test, install, and operate unique research equipment to generate, transport, transfer, accelerate and focus electron and X-ray beams. This includes a combination of custom designed and built parts and vendor produced components developed by a collaboration of the NSLSII scientific, engineering, and technical staff. The NSLSII supports an international user community of over 2,200 researchers from 400 universities. The NSLSII performs all these functions in an environmentally responsible and safe manner, under a rigorous conduct of operations approach.

NSLS-II Accelerator Division designs, fabricates, and maintains multiple Radio Frequency (RF) systems, superconducting RF cavities, liquid helium cryogenic plant, water utility pump skids, high current DC power supplies, electromagnets, and vacuum systems.

Position Description

This position is for an electro-mechanical technician. The successful candidate must demonstrate expertise in the fabrication, troubleshooting, and operations of electro-mechanical systems. Must be able to troubleshoot complex systems to diagnose problems and repair.

BNL and the Energy and Photon Sciences Directorate are committed to your success. We offer a supportive work environment and the resources necessary for you to succeed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems to diagnose and repair, down to subsystem and component level.
• Read and understand electrical and mechanical drawings to support the development and maintenance of radio frequency transmitters and the liquid helium cryogenic plant.
• Fabricate and assemble electrical chassis and racks including bus bars, water cooling manifolds, pneumatic actuators, rigid and flex water/air lines.
• Perform high and low pressure hydraulic and pneumatic testing.
• Maintain digital maintenance logbooks and documentation.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• - 6 years of relevant experience or:
• - a technical institute, Adult BOCES certification, AA degree in a technical field, CCI program completion at BNL plus 4 years experience or;
  - a technical high school certification program (eg. BOCES) and 5 years relevant work experience or;
  - a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or relevant field of study.
• Strong background in pneumatic, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated mechanical skills and knowledge of machine shop practices.
• Strong organization and documentation skills.
• Self-motivated with good workmanship.
• Strong safety ethic and knowledge of safe work practices in complex systems.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiar with computer aid design (CAD) software (OrCAD, AutoCAD, etc.)
• Experience with one or more of the following systems:
• Electric motor/pump systems.
• Large air compressors.
• Instrumentation and SIEMENS Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Continuous walking / standing.
• Must be able to climb a ladder and work at heights up to 30 feet.
• Ability to speak, hear and understand speech.
• Good vision and hand dexterity.

Other Information:

• Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $72050 - $96850 / year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.
• The position is a two-year term.
• Must be available for occasional call-ins after hours.

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

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 on the basis of 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 in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.