Research Engineer - Cryogenics Department

Job ID: 57251

Location: Tallahassee

Application Deadline: Open until filled

The MagLab’s DC Field Facility at Florida State University (FSU) in Tallahassee, Florida, is seeking a candidate to fill a Research Engineer position in our Cryogenics department, which is part of our multi-disciplinary Instrumentation and Operations team. The successful candidate will join a dynamic group of engineers, scientists, technicians, and control room operators in maintaining, operating, and expanding the capabilities of our user facility with the goal to provide the highest and highest quality magnetic fields to the (inter)national user community.

Responsibilities for this position include managing and supervising the operation of the National MagLab's liquid helium and nitrogen supply, recovery, and purification systems for highly sophisticated magnet systems. Coordinates and manages the operation of the LHe liquefiers and the cryogenic operation of the MagLab’s hybrid magnets. Maintain control of the cryogenic systems while users are running the hybrid magnets and ensure that the users are using safe methods of conducting research. Coordinates with internal and external users to schedule supplies of cryogens. Manage the maintenance and testing of hybrid magnet systems to ensure that they operate as efficiently and reliably as possible and with minimal unplanned downtime and research activities of users. Assists MagLab facility engineers, scientists and managers in the evaluation, design and implementation of modifications and upgrades to the cryogenic systems. This position is a key player in the development of new programs for supplying cryogenic liquids, recovering gas and accounting for utilization by various users. Develops and implements operating and safety policies and procedures for cryogenic systems and equipment and gas recovery and purification systems subject to review by the MagLab Design Review Committee. These systems produce the liquid helium that provides cooling for all the MagLab's superconducting magnets, including the 45T hybrid magnet and the highest field MRI research in the world. Interprets and ensures compliance with federal and state laws concerning occupational health and safety related to assigned duties. Develops and implements testing procedures for these systems to ensure their proper operation and performance and monitors these tests over time to track system changes or degradation. Develops and directs programs for supplying cryogenic liquids, recovering gas, and accounting for utilization by various users. With the facilities engineering staff develops preventative maintenance programs and procedures for area of assigned responsibility. Trains new operators while developing the skills of existing operators.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field and two years of experience; or a high school diploma/equivalent and experience equal to six years. (Note: post-high school education can substitute for experience at the equivalent rate.) Must have commitment to serving facility user needs in a customer and safety-oriented research environment. Experience with cryogenic systems. Experience in project planning and implementation of a proactive maintenance program. Must be willing and able to work in a culturally diverse atmosphere. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to interpret and ensure compliance with federal and state laws concerning occupational health and safety. Experience supervising employees.

Interested candidates should apply to Florida State University (FSU) at https://jobs.fsu.edu and reference Job ID #57251. For additional information, please contact Ms. Bettina Roberson, National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Florida State University, 1800 E. Paul Dirac Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32310-2740.

The MagLab is operated for the National Science Foundation by a collaboration of institutions comprising FSU, UF, and LANL. FSU is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer. We encourage women and all underrepresented racial and ethnic groups to apply. FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at: http://www.hr.fsu.edu/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf

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