Careers @ MSU

Working/Functional Title

Front End Design Team Leader

Position Summary

Michigan State University operates FRIB as a user facility for the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science (DOE-SC), supporting the mission of the DOE-SC Office of Nuclear Physics.

As one of 28 DOE-SC user facilities, FRIB provides researchers with one of the most advanced tools of modern science to study rare isotopes, or short-lived nuclei not normally found on Earth. FRIB hosts what is designed to be the most powerful heavy-ion accelerator, enabling scientists to make discoveries about the properties of rare isotopes, nuclear astrophysics, fundamental interactions, and applications for society, including in medicine, homeland security, and industry. 

User facility operation is supported by the DOE-SC Office of Nuclear Physics. MSU’s nuclear physics graduate program is a top-ranked program nationally, according to U.S. News & World Report.

This position affords an exciting opportunity to become part of the world-class FRIB Laboratory that enables unique discovery opportunities in nuclear science.

As a Front End Team Leader, you will...

• Develop, modify, and approve programs, budgets, design methods, documentation, testing, or policies and procedures for a specific subject matter domain, including 
• Creating program standards
• Identifying regulatory requirements
• Ensuring operability of technical devices and/or execution of programs
• Preventative maintenance, repair, and parts management for assigned technical equipment
• Records management
• Metrics assuring the efficacy of the program
• Training in the program (including awareness training and education)

• Serve as subject matter expert for a specific subject matter domain including advising laboratory staff 
• Work with stakeholders (including external consultants) to develop and present design solutions, and convene design reviews to obtain stakeholder feedback and endorsement
• Produce and document effective design solutions by developing concepts, performing complex engineering calculations, and creating CAD designs/details to provide engineering support for the fabrication, assembly, and commissioning of technical equipment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mechanical Engineering Expertise –knowledge and understanding of practices of engineering, and sound judgment regarding their implementation to contribute to organizational performance and success.
• Business Acumen – the ability to create, establish, and disseminate strategies, analyses, and information to contribute significantly to the organization.
• Communication – effectively articulating and exchanging information with stakeholders at all levels—internal and external.
• Service Focus – the ability to identify and meet appropriate client expectations by offering high-quality services and solutions tailored to diverse client and stakeholder needs and expectations and to seek continuous feedback from client and stakeholder groups.
• Analytical Skills – the ability to create, develop, analyze, and promulgate technical and/or technological implications of a mechanical engineering action.
• Management and Leadership – the ability to ensure the organizational climate and practices reflect FRIB and MSU organizational values and mission.
• Collaboration & Teamwork – the ability to work effectively with others.
• Continuous Learning – the ability to maintain continuous improvement at an individual, group, and organizational level.
• Diversity and Inclusion – the ability to value, consider, and integrate the perspectives and backgrounds of all parties.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Masters -Engineering or Physics

Minimum Requirements

• An advanced degree in Engineering or Physics
• Five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in fabrication techniques, cryogenic systems, electronics, mechanical and electronic drafting, and computer systems and requires experience in the use of CAD and/or related engineering systems, including file transfer;
• Experience in the use of exotic metals, including knowledge of their properties, in the fabrication and assembly of sophisticated research equipment, industry to produce and check scientific research equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced Mechanical Engineering degree with eight to ten years of experience
• Experience with system-level detailing and checking mechanical drawings for production
• Experience with SolidWorks and PDM Systems
• Experience in the design, fabrication and complex assembly of accelerator equipment
• Experience in fabrication techniques, installation, and operations setup, electronics, mechanical and electronic drafting and computer systems

Required Application Materials

• CV
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for three references

Special Instructions

Questions regarding the posted position can be directed to Sarah Powell (powells@frib.msu.edu)

Review of Applications Begins On

11/27/2023

Website

www.frib.msu.edu

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.