Senior Mechanical Thermal-fluids Engineer

Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory

Batavia, IL, US
Base: $111,400.00-$146,600.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Onsite
Thermal-fluids system design
Mechanical design and analysis
Piping system fluid flow analysis
Fermilab is seeking a Senior Mechanical Thermal-Fluids Engineer to lead the Thermal-Fluids Engineering Group and collaborate on designing and operating components for particle accelerators using advanced technologies

Job Summary

  • Fermilab is seeking a Senior Mechanical Thermal-Fluids Engineer to lead the Thermal-Fluids Engineering Group and collaborate on designing and operating components for particle accelerators using advanced technologies.
  • The role involves managing projects from design through operation, fabricating complex systems, directing teams including drafters and interns, and supporting accelerator fluid system operations and upgrades.
  • Fermilab offers a competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement benefits, and onsite day care.

Matching Summary

Fermilab is seeking a Senior Mechanical Thermal-Fluids Engineer to lead the Thermal-Fluids Engineering Group and collaborate on designing and operating components for particle accelerators using advanced technologies.

Salary

Base: $111,400.00-$146,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid time off, Life insurance, Disability insurance, Retirement benefits, Onsite day care

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Thermal-fluids system design
  • Mechanical design and analysis
  • Piping system fluid flow analysis
  • Use of CAD and FEA software
  • Fabrication using welding and brazing
  • Project and team leadership
  • Operations engineering support

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of radiation damage to materials
  • Experience with additive manufacturing
  • Skills in AFT Fathom and ANSYS Fluent
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD Plant
  • Knowledge of ASME and ANSI codes
  • Creative problem solving and troubleshooting
  • Strong verbal and written communication

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering from ABET accredited institution
  • 8+ years engineering experience with Bachelor’s or 6+ years with Master’s
  • Ability to obtain and maintain HSPD-12 PIV Credential
  • Compliance with drug-free workplace and background check
  • Experience with fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer calculations
  • Strong computing skills including CAD and FEA
  • Ability to work onsite in Batavia, Illinois

Work Rights

Must obtain and maintain HSPD-12 PIV Credential

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