[Neutron] ORNL Neutron Sciences Job Posting: Second Target Station Control Systems Engineer

[Cherry, Steve J.]

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Job Title: Second Target Station Control Systems Engineer
Requisition ID 2631
Overview
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking Control Systems Engineers for the Second Target Station (STS) project. This is an opportunity to join the project at an early stage and help define system architecture, standards and technical approaches.

The STS Integrated Control Systems (ICS) Group provides the controls systems, data acquisition, computing infrastructure, and protection systems for the neutron scattering instruments, accelerator, target, and conventional facilities technical utilities. The ICS scope includes the design, development, installation, and testing of software and hardware, and the integration with technical systems. The group includes expertise in software, process controls, instrumentation, digital design, electronics, and computing. The control systems for the STS will be based on the Experimental Physics and Industrial Control Systems (EPICS) toolkit.

The STS Control Systems Engineer designs and coordinates the integration of technical systems into the integrated control system. The Control Systems Engineer works closely with engineers and scientists to develop requirements, define technical interfaces, and create solutions to meet project requirements and future operational needs.

In this role you will report to the STS Integrated Controls Group Leader and interface closely with engineers and scientists from technical systems.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

  *   Coordinate technical scope of the assigned portion of the Integrated Control Systems to design and implement effective solutions to meet project needs.
  *   Work closely with engineers and scientists from a technical system (such as Accelerator Systems or Instruments Systems) to translate system requirements into control system requirements. Serve as the primary interface between the Integrated Control Systems Group and the technical system group.
  *   Working as part of a multi-discipline group, contribute towards control system architecture design and standards.
  *   Create documentation including requirements, specifications, interface documents, designs, installation plans, and test plans. Collaborate with technical system experts to review and track design changes.
  *   Implement control systems solutions to develop a reliable, functional and performant integrated system.
  *   Collaborate with peers at the Spallation Neutron Source and other large experimental physics projects to leverage community developed solutions to benefit the project.
  *   Participate in project reviews, including presenting to internal and external technical review committees.
  *   Contribute towards management of budget and schedule for Integrated Control Systems scope.
  *   Support the delivery of project milestones based on project work plans.
  *   Ensure compliance with Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H) and QA requirements.
  *   Develop strong working relationships across the project with control account managers, line managers, vendors, sponsors, and project support organizations including ES&H, QA, procurement, business, project controls, and human resources.
  *   As a member of the ORNL scientific community, you will be expected to commit to ORNL's Research Code of Conduct. Our full code of conduct, and a statement by the Lab Director's office can be found here: https://www.ornl.gov/content/research-integrity<javascript:void(0);>

Basic Qualifications

  *   BS degree in science, engineering or related field
  *   8 or more years of control system engineering experience
  *   An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered instead of a technical degree
  *   Demonstrated technical expertise which includes one or more of the following: software development, process control, instrumentation, motion control, custom electronics, distributed computing, databases, information systems, and/or personnel protection systems
  *   Proven success as a contributor or subsystem leader in developing and delivering distributed control systems including defining requirements and developing documentation, preferably for a large experimental physics project

Preferred Qualifications

  *   Advanced degree in science, engineering or related field
  *   Experience with EPICS or similar control system toolkit for large distributed control systems
  *   Experience with one or more of the following: software development in a Linux environment using C, C++, Java or Python; programmable logic controller (PLC) programming, preferably ControlLogix; relational databases (RDB) and NoSQL databases; and/or FPGA design and VHDL programming
  *   Familiarity with DOE project management requirements
  *   Ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse teams of scientists, engineers, and technicians

About Second Target Station (STS):
The Second Target Station is a >$1Billion, Department of Energy project to be constructed at the ORNL Spallation Neutron Source (SNS). The STS will provide wholly new capabilities for the study of a broad range of materials with neutron scattering and support thousands of users from the physical, materials, and applied sciences and industry. The science capabilities provided by the instrument suite at the STS will complement those of the two existing DOE Office of Science neutron scattering user facilities at ORNL, the First Target Station (FTS) of the SNS and the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR). The STS will deliver the highest peak brightness of cold neutrons in the world, which together with advances in neutron optics, instrumentation, and detectors, will ensure US leadership in neutron scattering for decades to come.

Benefits at ORNL:  UT-Battelle offers a quality benefits package, including a matching 401(k), contributory pension plan, paid vacation, and medical/dental plan options. Onsite amenities include a credit union, medical clinic, cafeteria, coffee stands, and fitness facilities.

Relocation:  Moving can be overwhelming and expensive. UT-Battelle offers a generous relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions. If invited to interview, be sure to ask your Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Partner) for details.

For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the "About" tab at jobs.ornl.gov<javascript:void(0);>.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.  UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.

Best regards,
Steve Cherry
Talent Acquisition Partner, Neutron Sciences & US ITER
OAK RIDGE NATIONAL LABORATORY
MANAGED BY UT-BATTELLE FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY
e-Mail:  cherrysj at ornl.gov<mailto:cherrysj at ornl.gov>  |  Desk: 865.241.9120  | Mobile:  865-356-6827


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