Mechanical Design Room Supervisor - Brookhaven National Laboratory

Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) was recently chosen as the building site for the Electron-Ion Collider (EIC), a one-of-a-kind nuclear physics research facility.  The EIC will be a discovery machine for unlocking the secrets of the “glue” that binds the building blocks of visible matter in the universe. The machine design is based on the existing and highly optimized RHIC Ion-Ion collider.   It will consist of two intersecting accelerators, one producing an intense beam of electrons, the other a beam of protons or heavier atomic nuclei which are steered into collisions.  Beyond sparking scientific discoveries in a new frontier of fundamental physics, the Electron-Ion Collider will trigger technological breakthroughs that have broad-ranging impact on human health and national challenges.

Position Description

BNL’s EIC Directorate has an opening for a Mechanical Design Room Supervisor to join our growing Design and Documentation Group. Reporting directly to the EIC Design and Documentation Group Leader and taking technical direction from project engineers/scientists, the Mechanical Design Room Supervisor will provide supervisory and mentoring support to the group. You will oversee the design of systems, detailed 3D computer modeling of components and parts, and the generation of drawing files that will be used to guide CNC machine tools, machinists, and technicians to fabricate parts and assemble systems be used in the new collider. This equipment includes magnets, power supplies, RF systems, vacuum equipment, accurately positioned support structures, remote drive systems, and lifting fixtures.  It includes complete system installation assemblies, building layouts, water/air cooling systems, and pressurized gas systems. Your assignment responsibilities will require a high degree of initiative and judgement to plan, coordinate, and execute.

The Mechanical Design Room Supervisor will directly supervise a portion of the design and drafting staff. You will support the group leader in planning staffing assignments, monitoring staff performance, developing staff goals, conducting performance appraisals, guiding professional development and safety training.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and supervise Mechanical Design staff and activities for the EIC project.
• Hire, on-board, train, and mentor new staff.
• Collaborate with EIC Physicists, Engineers, and System Managers to develop, design, model, and document accelerator system components. 
• Participate in design reviews, support and oversee component preparation, assembly, and installation.
• Maintain design standards, quality standards, and proper approved documentation records for all fabrication, assembly, and installation drawings and files for components. 
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of designers and drafting personnel.
• Act as backup Windchill administrator.
• Independently plan, coordinate, and execute assignments.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Education and Experience Years:
  • High school diploma or equivalent plus 12 years’ relevant work experience; OR
  • A technical high school certification program (e.g., BOCES) plus 11 years’ relevant work experience; OR
  • A technical institute or Adult BOCES certification, or associate degree in a technical field, or Brookhaven Lab CCI program completion plus 10 years’ relevant experience; OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical field plus 6 years’ relevant work experience
• At least 3 years’ experience using Windchill or a similar design software administration database.
• Proficiency in using PTC Creo, Autodesk Inventor, and/or Solid Works 3D CAD software designing mechanical components and systems for fabrication.
• Knowledge of material properties, manufacturing/machine shop processes, welding, hardware & component choice, manufacturing, installation, and dimensioning and tolerances analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to create accurate and detailed 3D system models and designs and then use them to generate mechanical manufacturing drawings to ASME Y14.5 2009 or 2018 GD&T standards.
• Experience reviewing and checking the 3D models and fabrication drawings of design and drafting staff.
• Ability to perform mechanical design functions independently with general direction and review by a mechanical engineer or scientist.
• Good technical communication skills for close collaboration with engineers (e.g. reporting changes and modifications) and technical staff who install and maintain equipment.
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with custom scientific equipment including magnet design, vacuum chambers & components, high current and high voltage equipment, motion/positioning systems, water cooling and/or cryogenic components.
• Experience with 3D design and control computer hardware and design and database management software.  This includes individual workstation computers.

 Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:

• Will be required to become a qualified Radiation Worker.
• May be required to climb ladders for equipment inspection.
• May be required to occasionally work off-hours, nights, or weekends to support mission critical projects.

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Driver’s license required.
• Selected candidates will be placed at the appropriate level based on their experience.
• BNL cannot sponsor US work authorization/visa for this position.

Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. This is a multi-level role and the full salary range for this position is $91400 - $134500 / year. You will be placed at the level and salary commensurate with your experience.  Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.