We Are:
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This position is based in Lead, South Dakota.
WE ARE:
A LBNF/DUNE Electrical Engineer is sought to join Fermilab’s Long-Baseline Neutrino Facility (LBNF) and Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) project in Lead, South Dakota. The LBNF/DUNE Project is hosted by Fermilab in Batavia, IL, but includes participation from universities and laboratories from around the world. The project includes construction of a beamline and near detector at Fermilab and a large underground detector at the Sanford Laboratory in Lead, South Dakota. LBNF/DUNE project will design and construct one of the largest proposed neutrino experiments in the world over the next several years. Construction is currently in process to develop excavated spaces nearly a mile underground to house the planned detectors. Advanced planning and design have been completed for the detectors, with refinement in the process to plan for installation. This position will begin with installation planning and transition to installation beginning in mid-2024.
The LBNF/DUNE Electrical Engineer works in the Project engineering team, helping to coordinate the installation and construction efforts of the LBNF/DUNE subprojects. Under limited direction, this position has primary responsibility to support the electrical integration and installation work for infrastructure, scientific detector equipment and cryogenic systems. The individual will facilitate the resolution of integration issues that cut across various stakeholders to support the overall project planning and execution.
YOU WILL:
- Have primary responsibility for coordinating all matters related to electrical infrastructure (power distribution up to 15 kV, fiberoptic communications distribution, networking infrastructure)
- Individual is responsible to obtain a comprehensive understanding of all electrical and IT requirements, design, and construction documents for the LBNF/DUNE facilities at the SURF.
- IT expertise is provided by others at Fermilab off site, so the IT requirements for this role are understanding network systems well enough to coordinate with other experts and to oversee construction and requirements compliance.
- Attend daily meetings with multiple teams for workday planning to coordinate the different installation teams
- Assist in developing and reviewing the resource loaded work schedules
- Be part of a team that reviews work packages for both internal and external contractors
- Coordinate with Architect/Engineering firms and/or Electrical contractors that provided designs for the LBNF/DUNE project, as well as the SURF team and their facilities design contractors
- Provide indirect oversight of the construction contracts related to electrical and IT construction for which LBNF/DUNE has sole or shared financial responsibility.
- Oversee updates of 3D model with as built information across multiple CAD platforms for the entire far site of LBNF and DUNE
- Understands AC and DC power distribution and can generate single line drawings
- Develop and maintain 2D drawings needed for stakeholders installation work packages and vendor support
- Use engineering background to develop creative solutions for complex interfaces, installation, tooling designs and overall integration
- Integrate Environment, Safety, Health, and Quality (ESH&Q) into requirements, design, and construction documents and processes
- Develop procurement packages with appropriate drawings, specifications, and work instructions
- Review bid packages from contractors
- Work with local AHJs and code officials to ensure that all work meets local, state, and national codes
- Assess and execute design changes and drawing releases
- Ensure work complies with all appropriate engineering codes and standards and company QA system and policies
- Perform field inspections for both internal and external performed work
- Support development of operations planning following construction including maintenance management systems and BIM
- With review and approval of supervisor, commits hardware and financial resources, ensuring conformance to specifications and cost/time constraints.
- Serves on safety panels, review committees, and other subcommittees as assigned.
- Provides technical direction to draftspersons, designers, engineering associates, technicians or less senior engineers, as assigned.
- May participate in technical conferences and publication.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.
- Contribute effectively within a diverse workforce, and uphold Fermilab’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
QUALIFICATIONS AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Bachelor’s in an applicable Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution with 5+ years of engineering experience, or a Master’s or PhD in an applicable Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution with 3+ years of engineering experience.
- Fundamental knowledge of theories, concepts, principles, and methodology for the engineering discipline. Possess basic project planning skills in developing specifications and documents for small projects that involve concepts from inception to completion. Ability to perform a variety of standard engineering techniques.
- Experience with power infrastructure at low and medium voltage (up to 15 kV)
- 5-8 years of engineering experience or construction experience. Experience with facility preventative maintenance programs a plus
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills to enable effective interaction with stakeholders
- Experience working with project teams in a manufacturing, industrial, or research setting
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet challenging deadlines
- Experience working in matrixed groups and teams on large projects in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with using engineering document management and CAD software including implementation across disparate disciplines.
- Ability to use a computer for performing engineering analysis, writing reports, and creating presentations
- Has the ability to use MS Office
- Has the ability to work within a team multicultural atmosphere
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND WORK CONDITIONS:
- Mental concentration, Sitting, Standing, Tight Work Schedule, Visually Demanding, working underground
- Willing to travel domestically and/or internationally as required
- Able to work outside normal work hours as needed. Position is normally schedule for daytime M-F
- Must be able to possess a class C driver’s license
Fermilab is an Equal Opportunity Employer and believes a diverse and inclusive environment based on mutual respect is essential to our mission. Fermilab is committed to recruiting and developing the most hardworking people and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, country of birth, geography/postal code, disability, marital status, parental or gestational status, or other non-merit factor.
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