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Systems Engineer II - Engineering/Physicist Accelerator II

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Work type: Support Staff

Pay Grade:12

Major Administrative Unit / College:Facility For Rare Isotope Beams

Department:Facility For Rare Isotope Beams 10049299

Sub Area:AP- Professionals

Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience

Location: East Lansing

Categories: Engineers/Architects, Administrative Professionals- AP, Full Time (90-100%), Union

Working/Functional Title

Systems Engineer II

Position Summary

Michigan State University (MSU) operates the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (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. 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. Hosting what is designed to be the most powerful heavy-ion accelerator, FRIB enables 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 as one of 28 DOE-SC user facilities. MSU’s nuclear physics graduate program is a top-ranked program nationally, according toU.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.

Purpose:

The Systems Engineer will lead systems engineering efforts and assist with engineering management programs including functional safety and configuration management.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Lead systems engineering tasks for major projects.

• Oversee and continuously improve the laboratory’s Configuration Management Program.

• Manage the change request system and other configuration control processes.

• Assist in managing the laboratory’s Functional Safety Program.

• Review and edit hazard assessments, safety requirements specifications, and validation plans.

• Serve as a subject matter expert in internal design and safety reviews.

• Support FMEAs and writing procedures, requirements, and interface documents.

• Participate in and supervise the design, fabrication, assembly, testing and operation of advanced instrumentation systems supporting the goals of the Laboratory’s research programs.

• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of systems engineering, configuration management, and/or functional safety.

• Knowledge of and strict adherence to safety programs, OSHA, and all related rules, regulations, and procedures which apply to this position’s responsibilities.

• Ability to troubleshoot problems with processes.

• Basic knowledge of vacuum systems, power supplies, RF, cryogenic systems, and PLC-based controls.

• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population verbally and in writing.

• Working knowledge of electronic safety systems and IEC 61508/IEC 61511.

• Ability to problem-solve and demonstrate sound critical thinking skills.

• Ability to collaborate with others and work effectively in a team environment.

• Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively and credibly verbally and in writing with all audiences.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites.

Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physics; three to five years of progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in fabrication techniques, cryogenic systems, electronics, mechanical and electronic drafting and computer systems; and may require 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; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Five years of experience performing systems engineering or engineering program management

• Advanced degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

• At least three years of industry and/or military experience

• Successful record of accomplishment in field of expertise

• Experience with systems engineering, configuration management, or functional safety

• Experience with electronic safety systems and IEC 61508 / IEC 61511

• Experience using vacuum systems, power supplies, RF, cryogenic systems, and PLC-based controls

• Professional Engineering Licensure

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 Application Materials

Please provide a cover letter and a resume.

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

frib.msu.edu

Bidding eligibility ends May 21, 11:55 PM

Advertised: May 15, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time