R&D Member/Senior Cryogenic Mechanical Engineer, Onsite

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Sandias Inertial Confinement Fusion program is seeking a Cryogenic Research & Development Engineer to develop and engineer advanced innovative cryogenic systems for thermonuclear fusion experiments at the Z machine, the largest pulsed power machine on earth. You will design, develop, analyze, and document fusion target hardware throughout the full life cycle from concept to fielding experiments on Z.

The ICF Development and Experiments group leads the development and fielding of cryogenic and gas systems at Sandias Z facility. These systems are essential for Sandias national security missions and support cutting edge research for the Department of Energy covering a range of topics including thermonuclear fusion. In this position you will be part of an experienced cryogenic/gas fill team, be responsible for solving challenging cryogenic research and development problems and developing unique platforms that enable advances in thermonuclear fusion research and pulsed power platforms. You will also work closely with a large team of scientists and engineers in a fast-paced research and development environment where we actively try to push the forefront of scientific discovery.

On any given day, you may be called to:

• Design, develop, analyze, and document cryogenic hardware throughout the full life cycle from concept to fielding experiments on Z.
• Direct and mentor a multi-disciplinary team of technicians that field cryogenic and gas fill capabilities in the Z Machine facility.
• Work with scientists to understand technical requirements for cryogenic configurations
• Engineer innovative solutions to solve technical challenges
• Assist and direct as needed the assembly, configuration, modification, refurbishment of supporting cryogenic systems and laboratory test spaces
• Analyze experimental data and discern important conclusions from integrated experiments

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant will be required to work onsite. Relocation will be provided for those that qualify.

$117,500 - $235,700

*Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance.
  

The ideal R&D S&E Mechanical Engineer candidate for Sandia National Laboratories will in addition possess the following:

• Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a highly related field where an independent research project was a graduation requirement (e.g., independent project, thesis, or dissertation).
• Experience with mechanical engineering and product realization in the NNSA complex.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
  

Also, for this posting we are seeking individuals with the following experience:

• Minimum of a B.S. Degree in Engineering, Science, or Math
• Minimum 1+ years of demonstrated technical expertise in cryogenics
• Experience working with CAD tools such as Creo or SolidWorks
• Strong operations planning and organizational skills
• CFD/FEA experience
• Hands-on experience with cryogenic-related scientific equipment
• Experience working in a fast-paced dynamic work environment with flexible work hours
• Demonstrated ability working in a team environment with engineers and external suppliers
• Knowledgeable in MATLAB, Python, and Git
  
  

The ICF Development and Experiments Group (01688) is within the Pulsed Power Sciences Center at Sandia National Laboratories. Our group leads the development, testing and fielding of cryogenic subsystems and neutron diagnostics on the Z-machine and supports the effective execution of ICF experiments at that facility.

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

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