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Posted: 08-Jun-24
Location: Upton, NY,
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: JR101212
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Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) was recently chosen as the building site for the Electron-Ion Collider (EIC), a one-of-a-kind nuclear physics research facility. The EIC will be a discovery machine for unlocking the secrets of the "glue" that binds the building blocks of visible matter in the universe. The machine design is based on the existing and highly optimized RHIC Ion-Ion collider. It will consist of two intersecting accelerators, one producing an intense beam of electrons, the other a beam of protons or heavier atomic nuclei which are steered into collisions. Beyond sparking scientific discoveries in a new frontier of fundamental physics, the Electron-Ion Collider will trigger technological breakthroughs that have broad-ranging impact on human health and national challenges.
Position Description
The High Voltage Power Supply Engineer will work with other electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, scientific staff, controls engineers, designers, and technicians developing, designing, procuring, testing, and installing pulsed power supplies and devices for the EIC. These systems provide fast beam injection and extraction for the EIC Rapid Cycling Synchrotron, Electron Storage Ring, and Hadron Ring, serving both operational and key machine protection functions. We seek an individual with a background in high voltage pulsed power and power electronics to assist in the development of these high voltage, high current pulsed power systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Work with the Power Supply Systems Group Leader, accelerator physicists, and EIC system managers and engineers to help develop, define, and document detailed requirements and specifications for pulsed power systems
Be part of the team that will provide the pulsed power systems for the EIC project
Assist to deliver EIC pulsed power systems and components from initial concept through engineering analysis, detailed electrical, electronic and mechanical design, 3D magnetic and electrical field modeling and analysis, design, system electrical, mechanical, and controls integration, detailed fabrication specifications and drawings, design and safety reviews, purchase documentation, vendor oversight, assembly, testing, installation, and commissioning
Provide status reports on these projects through to completion to the Power Supply Systems Group Leader
Help to ensure that pulsed power systems and components have well defined specifications for support systems: electrical power, water cooling, HVAC, compressed air, and controls and that they are communicated with the responsible support groups
Support project interface management with other accelerator systems to resolve technical conflicts for beamline position, support building space, cable tray space, and other infrastructure systems
Ensure that work is planned and executed in accordance with BNL and EIC ES&H policy and procedures.
Maintain an environment conducive to openness, collaboration, and respect for all.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
BS in Engineering, Physics, or related discipline
Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant technical experience that demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of high voltage pulsed power supplies, power electronics, and high voltage pulsed power devices and systems. Included in the experience base, must be experience on creative engineering projects (collaborating with a team to develop and build unique scientific/technical equipment)
Experience with pulse forming networks, high voltage / high current modulators including solid state and vacuum tube switching devices
Experience with lumped element magnetic kickers and stripline kickers
Ability to work independently and collaborate/interact with and report to senior management and scientific staff for assignments, guidance, and support
Demonstrated ability to positively interact and support contractors, vendors, and procurement professionals
Excellent written and oral skills and proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project),
Demonstrated experience organizing and presenting technical review and status reports
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related discipline
Knowledge of accelerator physics and beam accelerator component interactions
Knowledge of accelerator power supply systems including precision DC high current/voltage power supplies, ramping and fast pulsed high current/high voltage power supplies, multi-phase diode and SCR rectifiers, linear, switching and resonant convertors, high voltage pulsed vacuum tubes, and feedback control
Demonstrated experience with high frequency / RF instrumentation
Experience with particle accelerator systems and components working with scientists, engineers, and technicians to develop, design, build, and commission similar systems
Good understanding of analog and digital technologies
Good electrical system testing and trouble-shooting skills
Experience with technical software: PSpice or other circuit analysis tools, Matlab, MathCad, CST Studio (3D EM modelling)
Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:
Will be required to climb ladders to varied heights
May be required to become a qualified Radiation Worker
May be required to occasionally work off-hours, nights and/or weekends to support mission critical projects
Other Information:
Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $111,300 - $155,700 / year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate's qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.
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Brookhaven National Laboratory (www.bnl.gov) delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation's future. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University. BSA salutes our veterans and active military members with careers that leverage the skills and unique experience they gained while serving our country, learn more at BNL | Opportunities for Veterans at Brookhaven National Laboratory.
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