Technical Research Designer - DC Field Control Room Levels II - IV

Job ID: 60286

Location: Tallahassee

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Responsibilities

The National High Magnetic Field Laboratory’s DC Field Facility (DCFF) at Florida State University (FSU) in Tallahassee, Florida, is seeking a candidate to fill a Control Room/Plant Operator position in our DCFF Control Room, which is part of our multi-disciplinary Instrumentation and Operations team. The successful candidate will join a dynamic group of control room operators, technicians, engineers, and scientists in the operation and maintenance of the DC Field Facility’s plant and electrical infrastructure in support of scientific user magnet operations.

Overview:

• Manage and operate facility equipment and systems in support of the MagLab’s DCFF high magnetic field user program. Interact with and assist users, research faculty, technicians and other MagLab staff on the operation and maintenance of the facility.
• Coordinate with the City of Tallahassee’s Electrical Distribution Control Room with regards to facility operations and power levels. Monitor and safely operate facility equipment and systems. Take the proper corrective actions in response to alarms or other indications of abnormal equipment operation. Operate & maintain the Resistive Magnet Protection System.
• Perform engineering functions in the MagLab Distributed Control System (DCS) such as graphic, trend group and control group building, logic development and troubleshooting, field device integration.
• Provide training to users and staff on safe magnet operations, safe overhead crane operations and other safety procedures as necessary. Coordinate, prepare and issue Lock, Tag, Verify procedures for facility maintenance and repair in accordance with MagLab safety policies and procedures. Work with other MagLab personnel in the evaluation and development of safety policies and procedures. Exercise skilled independent judgement in handling facility operations as well as unexpected or emergency situations.
• Assist Facility engineers, staff and scientists with the development of preventative maintenance programs and procedures. Assist Facility engineers and staff in tracking the performance and characteristics of the water-cooled magnets.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and three years of experience; or a high school diploma/equivalent and experience equal to seven years. (Note: post-high school education can substitute for experience at the equivalent rate.)

• Candidates with an additional three years of related experience will be considered for levels III-VI. Each level requires an additional three years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates should have a background in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or chemical systems. A bachelor’s degree in engineering is preferred but not required and alternative combinations of relevant (trades) education and experience will be considered. Knowledge and skills related to the operation, the maintenance, the troubleshooting, and the hands-on repair of industrial process equipment and the programming of equipment controls systems (i.e., familiarity with distributed controls systems, PLCs, etc.) are preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must in this service-oriented role. Professionalism, excellent interpersonal skills and a solution-oriented attitude are a must. Adherence to safety practices and policies and the willingness to support and enhance the high-level safety environment of the organization are required.

Contact Info

For additional information, please contact Kayla West

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position encompasses shift work and on-call duties.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.