Superconducting Magnet​/Cryogenics Engineer

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We are seeking a Superconducting Magnet and Cryogenic Engineer to support superconducting magnet testing and development as it pertains to fusion and other high field enabled environments and applications. The successful candidate will be working with on the completion and installation of the superconducting magnets for the Material Plasma Exposure Experiment (MPEX) and development of the design and implementation test capabilities supporting high temperature superconducting magnet development in extreme environments for high field applications of interested to ORNL across different directorates.

This position resides in the Fusion Technology Group of the Fusion Nuclear Science and Technology Section of the Fusion Energy Directorate (FED) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Support developing and performing complex research and engineering projects related to superconducting magnets, associated cryogenic materials and systems, and fusion hardware.
• Analyze complex systems involving cryogenic temperatures, electromagnetic stress, and magnetic fields to develop unique solutions to integrated problems.
• Communicate results of analyses and experiments through presentations, reports, conference papers, and peer-reviewed journals.
• Work with industrial, university, and/or laboratory partners on multi-disciplinary projects and teams.
• Oversee fabrication and testing of developmental systems.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• MS Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline with 7+ years of experience, or a comparable combination of education and experience in a related discipline.
• Experience with designing, building, and operating superconducting materials and magnets and relevant cryogenic refrigeration system and hardware.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in magnet design, procurement, and fabrication in high field environments with high temperature superconducting materials is highly desirable.
• Experience with solid modeling and finite element analysis codes as it relates to electromagnetic interactions of coil assemblies, the modeling of cryogenic/superconducting properties, and/or thermodynamic/heat transfer analysis in cryogenic environments is preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

Special Requirements:

• HSPD-12 PIV badge:
  This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.

About ORNL:

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment.

These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following:
Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan,…