Responsibilities

The Accelerator Research Division (ARD) is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support the development of L-band rf systems for Project X, a superconducting proton linac at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (FNAL). R&D for this project is expected to continue until construction start in 2013-2014 when SLAC would likely produce 30 rf units each containing a 120 kV modulator, 10 MW klystron, 16-feed waveguide distribution system and 16 power couplers. Such rf components are currently being developed at SLAC for the ILC program and the ME will work with physicists, engineers and designers to: Oversee the mechanical design and fabrication aspects of this program Create mechanical designs which accurately meet requirements specified by physicists Work to reduce cost, increase reliability and simplify designs of the rf components Plan and manage the construction of full scale rf systems at End Station B (ESB) and End Station A (ESA) Supervise the work of 1-2 engineers, technicians and designers Communicate and coordinate work with the Klystron, Power Conversion, Test Facilities and Facilities Departments Manage procurement, inspection, installation and testing of hardware Document results in written reports and give oral presentations for design & status reviews Begin a program to industrialize rf components developed at SLAC and elsewhere Produce cost estimates and construction schedules for the Project X rf systems

Required Skills

BS degree or higher in ME (MSME preferred) and at least several years experience, preferably in fields related to klystron-powered particle accelerators or similar high energy physics applications, and a proven record in project management including the supervision of engineers and designers. Applicants must be proficient at verbal and written communication and be able to show success at planning and executing projects on time and within budget. Highly desirable skills include analytical capability in areas of stress and heat transfer and familiarity with cryogenic systems, ultra high vacuum technology, welding and brazing practices and 3-D CAD modeling.