Utilities System Engineer

Fermilab•Batavia, IL

2d•$79,300 - $104,400•Onsite

About The Position

Fermilab is seeking a Utilities System Engineer who, under general supervision, applies fundamental engineering concepts and principles along with a growing familiarity with Laboratory engineering best practices. The role performs basic to moderately complex engineering tasks from design through review, procurement, manufacture, installation, testing, and operation. The position is onsite at Fermilab’s Batavia Office. The work arrangement may change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to remain as described. The expected hiring range is $79,300 to $104,400; the final offer depends on factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s qualifications, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay. The position is not eligible for relocation assistance, sponsorship assistance, or a referral bonus. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening. New employees must obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification credential, which requires passing a federal background investigation. Employees and certain guest researchers and contractors are also subject to restrictions concerning Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities and may be asked to disclose participation for review. Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution and 2 or more years of fundamental engineering experience, or a Master’s or PhD in an applicable engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution.
Professional knowledge of theories, concepts, principles, and methodology for the engineering discipline.
Ability to perform basic to moderately complex engineering design solutions and techniques.
Must be able to work onsite at the Batavia Office.

Responsibilities

Analyze data and perform engineering calculations.
Develop less complicated designs of specific parts, components, or project phases.
Develop and document basic to moderately complex engineering design solutions.
Provide technical direction to draftspersons, designers, engineering associates, and technicians, as assigned.
Participate in or lead aspects of procurement, manufacturing, installation, testing, and operation.
Assist in developing cost estimates and monitoring budgetary obligations.
With supervisor review and approval, propose resources while ensuring conformance to specifications and cost and time constraints.
Serve on safety panels, review committees, and other subcommittees as assigned.
May participate in technical conferences and publication.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Perform duties in accordance with applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations and practices.