Operations Specialist
About The Position
The Operations Specialist is a member of in the machine Operations Group, which focuses on operating TAE’s experimental facilities to execute experiments related to Nuclear Fusion. The group is part of the Experiment section of the C-2W program, in TAE’s Fusion division, and the Operation Specialist is responsible for operating, testing, troubleshooting, documenting, and maintaining Tri Alpha Energy’s C-2W experimental plasma fusion test machine, associated subsystems, test stands and additional equipment. Several operators who are experts who specialize in running large-scale, complex experimental devices, make up the Operations group. In addition to machine operations, the Operations Specialist also provides project support for the Physics and Engineering Departments. This is an entry or mid-level position in machine operations involving plasma fusion research. The candidate will act as the machine Operator In Charge (OIC) who configures the machine and executes plasma physics related experiments. The OIC will apply their specialized training and expert understanding of the machine and subsystems to provide expert guidance to the physicists and engineers in conducting their research experiments. The OIC must be capable of multi-tasking while paying meticulous attention to details regarding the changing status and configuration of the machine. The ability to communicate detailed complex information clearly and effectively, verbally, by radio, using Zoom or by phone, with the experimenters and system support experts, is a critical job function. The OIC is also responsible for operating the Emergency Safety System, used for protecting personnel and equipment, while following and applying safe work practices in an industrial environment. Job responsibilities will be about 70% Operations, and 30% project work with other related work units, as appropriate for the skill sets and interests of the Operations Specialist, as well as the needs of TAE. The position may also involve some shift work on evenings and weekends, with the possibility of 24/7 on-call, off-hour support, in the future.
Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have “some” knowledge of and experience with operating, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining complex technical systems, in a manner that is safe to personnel and the environment.
- Experience working with one of the following groups: Operations group Project team Work unit Technical support staff
- Understanding and application of tools and test equipment such as: Voltmeters, O-scopes, Spectrum Analyzers Pressure, Temperature, Magnetic, and Motion measurement systems. Hand Tools Power Tools Soldering Assembly Installation Maintenance Repairs Troubleshooting
- MS Office Applications Custom Machine Control Systems interfaces LabView EPICS Trend/Archive Data charts/graphs Alarms and Alarm handler software Data Analysis software
- TAE requires highly motivated individuals who will take the initiative to help solve machine related problems, assist experimenters, and address operational and safety issues proactively.
- As an OIC, you must be able to “take charge” of the situation, and work with minimal supervision.
- B.S. Physics or Engineering Discipline or equivalent experience
Nice To Haves
- Experience with various Programming Languages/Scripts/Macros as well as software such as Python, Matlab or IDL is also useful.
- M.S. in Physics or Engineering Discipline
Benefits
- Generous benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (K) with company match, paid vacation + sick time, companywide December holiday, wellness program, parental leave
- Payment rewards: For referring talent, novel research, and patents
- A collaborative environment: An organization where talents and interests can plug in to different groups throughout the organization
- Potential for equity participation
- HQ in Southern California
- Employee events on and off-site
- A commitment to upholding and growing an inclusive organization
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
