POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Linac Coherent Light Source-II Project (LCLS II) is a major expansion of the world’s first x-ray free-electron laser at SLAC. This project is in the final commissioning phase of a new 4 GeV continuous-wave (CW) superconducting electron linear accelerator in the existing 2-Mile Linac facility.

The Superconducting Linac Physics Group has a position opening for a SRF Engineer with technical training appropriate to support the installation, commissioning and operation of the superconducting accelerator. The successful candidate will participate in the final stages of commissioning of the superconducting accelerator and be the responsible authority for the warm beamline sections as area physicist. After project completion, they will play a key role in the operation and further enhancements of the completed linear accelerator.

The SRF Engineer be a member of the SC Linac Physics Group in the Linac and FEL Division of SLAC’s Accelerator Directorate.

Given the nature of this position, SLAC is open to on-site and hybrid work options.

Your specific responsibilities include:

• Be the scientific and technical lead of the warm sections of the superconducting linac as area physicist.
• Participate in commissioning of the LCLS-II superconducting linac.
• Develop and carry out tests to improve linac operational efficiency.
• Work with LCLS operations to facilitate communication and improve collaboration between Accelerator Operations Division and the Linac & FEL division for superconducting linac operations.
• Train junior accelerator staff on operation of the SC Linac.
• Develop tools to further improve stability and operations of the SC Linac.
• Support future upgrades to LCLS-II.

To be successful in this position you will bring:

• BS in Engineering, Physics or related technical fields with a minimum 4 years of experience in the following areas.
  • Accelerator operations
  • Warm beamline components and diagnostics
  • Design and implementation of high level applications for accelerator operations
  • Training of junior staff operations and Linac & FEL Division staff on SC linac operations
• Strong analytical and computational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse population and ability to work independently and in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) with demonstrated experience in superconducting RF accelerator systems
• Experience with superconducting RF accelerator systems and cryogenics
• Experience with Matlab, python, and other computational tools to aid in operation of accelerators

SLAC Employee Competencies:

• Effective Decisions: Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner.
• Self-Development: Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing.
• Dependability: Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes.
• Initiative: Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward.
• Adaptability: Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes.
• Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages.
• Relationships: Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
• May work extended or unusual work hours based on research and project requirements.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1—General Policy and Responsibilities:
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide,

• Classification Title: Staff Engineer 3
• Grade: L
• Job code: 0132
• Duration: Regular Continuing

The expected pay range for this position is $140,000 to $198,000 per annum. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.