Associate Mechanical Engineer

Overview

PPPL’s Engineering Design Analysis & CAD (DAC) Division is a multidisciplinary team focused on developing the engineering designs for and advancing the state‑of‑the‑art for magnetic confinement plasma physics research devices around the world. We specialize in high‑field magnets, diagnostics, and plasma facing components for nuclear fusion experiments at PPPL and collaborator facilities worldwide. The core competencies of the DAC Division include the design and implementation of high vacuum components and systems, high heat flux components, coupled electro‑mechanical systems in high EM flux environments, material science, metrology, and in‑vacuum motion devices.

PPPL is a U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University. The laboratory tackles the world’s toughest science and technology challenges using plasma, the fourth state of matter. With more than 70 years of history, PPPL is a leader in the science and engineering behind the development of fusion energy, a potentially limitless energy source. PPPL is also advancing research in microelectronics, quantum sensors and devices, and sustainability sciences.

Whether it be through science, engineering, technology or professional services, every team member has an opportunity to contribute to our mission and vision.

This is a 6‑month term position.

• Associate engineering candidates work closely with their supervisors receiving specific instructions about required tasks and expected results on various PPPL engineering projects and assignments. The supervisor may screen assignments for difficult problems and select the techniques and procedures to be applied to non‑routine work. For training and developmental purposes, assignments may include work that is typically performed at a higher level.
  
  As the engineering staff member becomes proficient, the individual will perform duties more independently. Selected candidates may be assigned to work with research and engineering staff to design, fabricate, and deploy physics instrumentation on a fusion experiment at PPPL, the National Spherical Torus Experiment as well as assignments to other multiple engineering projects at PPPL.
• Assignments usually include one or more of the following:
• Design and development of equipment.
• Test of materials.
• Preparation of specifications and technical procedures.
• Oversight of fabrication.
• Inspections as well as testing and oversight of installation of components.
• Systems on to the experimental devices.

Education and Experience:

• BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2 years’ experience in the mechanical design. Experience in a scientific or R&D environment is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Familiarity with simple mechanical design and analysis.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of researchers, engineers, and technicians.
• ANSYS, COMSOL, Python, Solidworks, CREO.

• Office environment.

• Full‑time on‑site working conditions.
• This is a 6‑month term position.

Princeton University is an and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

The posted salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate for a full‑time position; salaries for part‑time positions are pro‑rated accordingly. If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above. The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees.

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Salary Range: $71,300 to $113,900

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