We are looking for a multi-disciplinary engineer with interest in mechanical and electrical model-based design work with particular focus on human-machine interfaces in industrial production of high-end semiconductor-based ionizing radiation detector systems. Under limited supervision, performs germanium and silicon device research & development, design, physical layout, testing, and evaluation of processes, electronics, and electro-mechanical devices and systems comprising semiconductor manufacturing systems, vacuum systems, cryogenic systems, and others. Performs product development activities, including prototyping, implementation of customer specifications, and documentation requirements. Conducts engineering studies and may work with technical staff. Normally receives general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new assignments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Support research and development of new silicon and germanium X-ray/gamma-ray devices, fabrication processes, and related equipment.
Design, layout, support, and evaluate new products related to cryogenically cooled germanium gamma detectors and associated accessories.
Test and record data for development and sustaining efforts.
Generate and revise work instructions, process, and related documentation.
Interact with Engineering Group and Fabrication group to solve day-to-day manufacturing problems related to germanium and silicon detector manufacture.
Interact with Fabrication group to review and implement new processes and process modifications or revisions.
Design and develop manufacturing aids.
Develop processes, procedures and fixtures for manufacture of detector products.
Conduct product and process development for germanium and silicon detectors and hardware.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

Assist in troubleshooting Production problems related to device fabrication.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be a methodical and expeditious problem solver.
Must look forward to challenge.
Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Must be able to develop and execute work plans.
Working knowledge of analog and digital electronics.
Working knowledge of vacuum and cryogenic processes.
Knowledge of semi-conductor/p-n junction theory.
Radiation measurement experience.
Germanium and Silicon Gamma-Ray/X-Ray Device fabrication experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Working knowledge of Computer Aided Design Software and Management.
Working knowledge of programming and scripting languages (e.g. C++, VB, Python, …).
Experience with Monte Carlo and/or Finite Element Modeling techniques.

AMOUNT OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

0-3 years' experience in Nuclear Engineering or related field preferred.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

BS in Engineering or related field (MS or PhD preferred).

Higher level permissions can be considered for exceptional candidates.

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Motivations

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Engineering.

Preferred

Masters or better in Engineering.

PhD or better in Engineering.

Experience

Preferred

0-3 years' experience in Nuclear Engineering or related field.

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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