ATLAS Operator

Argonne National Laboratory•Lemont, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Argonne National Laboratory is seeking an ATLAS Operator to support operations at the U.S. Department of Energy’s flagship facility for low-energy heavy-ion nuclear physics research. ATLAS uses superconducting radio-frequency technology to accelerate ions ranging from helium to uranium to energies near the Coulomb barrier. In this role, you will operate the ATLAS particle accelerator both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Responsibilities include tuning the accelerator, troubleshooting operational issues, performing maintenance and repairs, supporting system upgrades, and working closely with scientific users to help ensure the success of nuclear physics experiments. You will alternate serving as a Chief Shift Operator, with responsibility for the safe and effective operation of the accelerator during assigned shifts, including adherence to radiation safety protocols and other operational safety requirements. This position also involves partnering with technical experts to improve accelerator subsystems such as beam optics, controls, energy detector systems, and vacuum systems.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of one or more technical areas related to accelerator operations, such as: electronics, cryogenics, computer control and automation systems, vacuum systems, magnets, mechanical systems
Familiarity with scientific and engineering concepts relevant to particle accelerator facilities
Willingness to learn and work with a broad range of technologies used at ATLAS, including: radio frequency systems, analog and digital electronics, ion beam optics, vacuum systems, ion sources, magnetics, computers and distributed control systems
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with colleagues, users, and technical staff
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage work priorities and maintain accurate records
Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork
Associates and 5+ years of experience, or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline, such as physics or engineering

Responsibilities

Operate the ATLAS particle accelerator independently and in coordination with the operations team
Tune accelerator systems to support experimental requirements
Diagnose equipment and system issues and perform maintenance and repairs as needed
Assist with upgrades and improvements to accelerator systems and subsystems
Collaborate with scientific users to support successful experiment execution
Serve as Chief Shift Operator as assigned, ensuring safe accelerator operation, including radiation safety compliance
Work with system experts to develop and implement improvements in areas such as beam optics, controls, detector systems, and vacuum technology