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University of Rochester Sr Opto-Mechanical Specialist in Rochester, New York
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Job Location (Full Address):
250 East River Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
250548 LLE-Laboratory for Laser Energ
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URG 112
Compensation Range:
$70,197.00 - $105,295.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
The Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) is a unique national resource located at the University of Rochester. The LLE conducts laser research and promotes education in science and technology. MTW-OPAL is a mid-scale laser system within the laboratory and is looking to hire an Opto-Mechanical Specialist for the new MTW OPAL Target Area. Leads projects, mentors junior staff, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the team tasked with designing, building, commissioning and operating the new experimental target area.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Work closely with the MTW-OPAL project team to establish target area requirements
Determine realistic milestones and deadlines to support commissioning experiments
Collect vendor information and generate budget summaries
Work closely with facilities, mechanical engineering, and operations to coordinate the assembly and integration of all new target area equipment
Work closely with the Laser Facility Manager and System Engineering to create and manage technical documentation to support the operation of the target area
Develop a long-term preventative maintenance plan
Work closely with the facility manager to hire and eventually manage additional operators and technicians as the target area comes online
Oversee all future target area projects
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Associates degree and 5 years of relevant experience required
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Qualified as a Radiation Worker at time of hire is preferred otherwise must qualify within 12 months of hire under LLE’s direction.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Familiarity with laser systems and safety protocols required
Strong interpersonal skills working in a team-based environment required
Ability to draw on experience to develop a vision for the target area required
Self-motivated to develop goals and work towards those goals required
High attention to detail required
Proven experience with optical, electrical, controls, and vacuum systems required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Ability to work in a cleanroom environment required
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. required
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