Summary

Fermilab, officially known as Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, is a premier particle physics and accelerator laboratory located in Batavia, Illinois. Operated by the Fermi Research Alliance LLC for the U.S. Department of Energy, Fermilab is dedicated to advancing our understanding of the fundamental nature of matter and energy. The laboratory operates world-class particle accelerators, including the Tevatron (formerly the world's highest-energy particle collider) and currently hosts the Muon g-2 experiment and the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE). Fermilab's research focuses on neutrino physics, dark matter studies, quantum science, and accelerator technology development. As one of the leading particle physics laboratories globally, Fermilab collaborates with thousands of scientists from institutions worldwide and plays a crucial role in international high-energy physics research. The laboratory also maintains strong educational outreach programs and contributes to technological innovations with applications beyond fundamental science.

Job description

What Your Day-to-Day Will Look Like as a Senior Engineer

Analyze engineering data and perform calculations to support the design, development, installation, and operation of systems, components, and equipment.
Develop specifications, designs, drawings, and technical documentation for major and technically complex engineering projects and design solutions.
Plan and execute engineering projects from inception through completion and transition to operational status, including estimating resources, developing schedules, coordinating work, and directing technical personnel.
Provide technical direction to designers, drafters, engineering associates, technicians, and less-senior engineers. May coordinate or supervise engineering and technical teams as assigned.
Research engineering challenges, evaluate alternatives, and develop technically sound solutions and recommendations for management and project stakeholders.
Participate in procurement, fabrication, installation, testing, commissioning, and operation of engineered systems and equipment.
Develop and/or support cost estimates, project budgets, resource planning, and monitoring of budgetary commitments.
Review and approve engineering work before hardware and financial resources are committed, ensuring conformance with technical specifications, project requirements, schedules, and cost constraints.
Identify and implement improvements to engineering methods, designs, processes, and equipment within the assigned area.
Contribute to Laboratory-wide engineering policies, technical standards, and safety requirements.
Participate in safety panels, technical reviews, committees, and subcommittees as assigned.
Participate in technical conferences, professional activities, and publications as appropriate.
May provide leadership or supervision of employees, including hiring, training and development, performance management, promotions, corrective actions, and other personnel responsibilities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

We Are Looking For

Bachelor's degree in an applicable Engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution with 8+ years of engineering experience; OR
Master's degree or Ph.D. in an applicable Engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution with 6+ years of engineering experience.

Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Advanced knowledge and demonstrated application of engineering theories, concepts, principles, and methodologies within the applicable engineering discipline.
Demonstrated ability to develop specifications, technical documentation, and engineering solutions for major and technically complex projects.
Strong project planning and execution skills, including the ability to manage technical scope, schedules, resources, and competing priorities.
Ability to perform and oversee a variety of moderately complex engineering analyses and techniques.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate engineering alternatives, identify technical risks, and develop practical solutions.
Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with engineers, technicians, designers, project managers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
Ability to provide technical leadership and direction to multidisciplinary engineering and technical teams.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an applicable Engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution with 8+ years of engineering experience; OR Master's degree or Ph.D. in an applicable Engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution with 6+ years of engineering experience
Advanced knowledge and demonstrated application of engineering theories, concepts, principles, and methodologies within the applicable engineering discipline
Demonstrated ability to develop specifications, technical documentation, and engineering solutions for major and technically complex projects
Strong project planning and execution skills, including the ability to manage technical scope, schedules, resources, and competing priorities
Ability to perform and oversee a variety of moderately complex engineering analyses and techniques
Demonstrated ability to evaluate engineering alternatives, identify technical risks, and develop practical solutions
Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with engineers, technicians, designers, project managers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders
Ability to provide technical leadership and direction to multidisciplinary engineering and technical teams

Benefits

Drug-Free Workplace
Background Check
Drug Screening
HSPD-12 PIV Credential

Company overview

Fermilab, officially known as Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, is a premier particle physics and accelerator laboratory located in Batavia, Illinois. Operated by the Fermi Research Alliance LLC for the U.S. Department of Energy, Fermilab is dedicated to advancing our understanding of the fundamental nature of matter and energy. The laboratory operates world-class particle accelerators, including the Tevatron (formerly the world's highest-energy particle collider) and currently hosts the Muon g-2 experiment and the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE). Fermilab's research focuses on neutrino physics, dark matter studies, quantum science, and accelerator technology development. As one of the leading particle physics laboratories globally, Fermilab collaborates with thousands of scientists from institutions worldwide and plays a crucial role in international high-energy physics research. The laboratory also maintains strong educational outreach programs and contributes to technological innovations with applications beyond fundamental science.