Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility - Newport News, VA

posted 3 months ago

Part-time,Full-time - Senior
Hybrid - Newport News, VA

About the position

The Lead Instrumentation Engineer - Magnet Measurement at Jefferson Lab is responsible for providing technical leadership for the Magnet Measurement Facility (MMF). This role involves overseeing the technical development of magnet measurement stands, leading a team, and ensuring the successful execution of projects related to magnet measurement and analysis. The engineer will work closely with project leads and scientists to establish validation criteria, analyze measurement results, and present findings at various forums. The position also includes responsibilities for budget management, staff supervision, and maintaining the data acquisition systems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Magnet Measurement Facility (MMF) and provide clear performance goals and expectations to staff.
  • Develop and maintain the Data Acquisition (DAQ) System, including equipment procurement and programming.
  • Analyze and document measurement results against acceptance criteria, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Present measurement results at conferences, workshops, and reviews.
  • Maintain and calibrate data acquisition stands and update DAQ software for flexibility across projects.
  • Work with magnet design tools for complex field analysis and magnet design.
  • Manage budget and manpower estimates for the MMF and track project progress.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Physics
  • 10 years of relevant experience
  • Working knowledge of magnetic measurement techniques and instrumentation engineering
  • Experience with magnet modeling tools such as OPERA 3D is highly desirable.

Nice-to-haves

  • Master's Degree in Engineering or Physics preferred

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (vacation, holidays, sick leave)
  • 401(k) Plan - 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested
  • Flexible Work Arrangements (Hybrid & Alternate Work Schedules available)
  • Tuition Assistance, Training, and Professional Development Programs
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