[Neutron] ORNL: Control Hardware Electronics Technician

[Levesque, Cerissa J.]

Job Posting Title
Control Hardware Electronics Technician-NB50379434
Posted Date

07/12/2013
End Posting Date
08/13/2013

Purpose
The Neutron Sciences Directorate (NScD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) operates the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR), the United States' highest flux reactor based neutron source, and the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS), the world's most intense pulsed accelerator based neutron source. Together these facilities operate 24 instruments for neutron scattering research, each year carrying out in excess of 1,000 experiments in the physical, chemical, materials, biological and medical sciences for more than 3,000 visiting scientists. HFIR also provides unique facilities for isotope production and neutron irradiation. To learn more about Neutron Sciences at ORNL go to: http://neutrons.ornl.gov.<http://neutrons.ornl.gov/>

Under general supervision, serve as an Electronics Technician supporting the development, implementation and maintenance of hardware platform components and subsystems for the Machine Protection, Global Timing, Data Acquisition and Integrated Controls Systems at the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS).

Major Duties/Responsibilities

-Perform basic troubleshooting, repair and testing of printed circuit boards and chassis assemblies using electronic test equipment
-Procure and track spare inventories levels of various components and cables
- Support routine maintenance procedures as well as new product installations
- Assemble prototype platforms
- Perform light mechanical fabrication drawings and instructions
- Follow SNS work control procedures for installations and preventative maintenance routines
- Perform basic printed circuit board layouts
- Provide operational support for the accelerator control system. The position is typical office hours, but some off-hours and weekend support is required to support the 24/7 operational needs of the SNS.
- Ensure a safe and efficient work environment and compliance with ESH&Q procedures and programs
- Maintain a strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of professional values and ethics

Qualifications Required

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field with at least 3 years of applicable experience. A basic working knowledge of various types of test equipment such as Multi-meters, Oscilloscopes, Arbitrary Function Generators, as well as experience with basic hand and power tools. Capable of interpreting and following basic schematic documents, test procedures, manufacture data sheets and technical documents. The individual must be capable of lifting and carrying up to
30 pounds. This position requires the candidate to work in or around radiation, cryogenic and electrically controlled areas;
therefore, the candidate must be able to acquire and maintain the appropriate training required to work in these areas.  The

candidate must possess good written and verbal communication skill and be capable of completing assigned tasks
independently as well as working with other team members. Must be experienced with Windows Operating System, Microsoft Office Tools, AutoCad and MS Visio.

QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED:
A working knowledge of Linux Operating Sytems, PLCs, Group 3, Mentor Graphics DxDesigner with PADS layout, LabView and limited basic soldering skills. Experience at a neutron user facility, synchrotron light source or other large-scale experimental physics project or scientific user facility is highly preferred.

Work Directions and Interfaces

Position reports to the SNS Controls Hardware Team Leader in Data Operations.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word(.doc, .docx), Excel(.xls, .xlsx), PowerPoint(.ppt, .pptx), Adobe(.pdf), Rich Text Format(.rtf), HTML(.htm,
.hmtl) and text files(.txt) up to 2MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

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