Senior Engineer In Research - Lnf Infrastructure

How to Apply
A cover letter is required in order to be considered for this position and must be combined with your resume as one document when you upload it into the University of Michigan system. The cover letter should identify your interest and qualifications for this position along with the skills and experience you have gained that directly relate to this position's responsibilities.
Mission Statement
Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.
Our vision, mission and values are supported by a people-first engineering framework that guides our work. As Michigan Engineers, we strive to apply excellent engineering fundamentals, integrated expertise and equity-centered values to reimagine what engineering can be, close critical gaps, and elevate all people. Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/ .
The University of Michigan has a storied legacy of commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Michigan Engineering models that commitment in our research, culture and collaborations. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of that commitment. Learn more about DEI at Michigan Engineering: https://www.engin.umich.edu/culture/diversity-equity-inclusion/ .
Who We Are
The Lurie Nanofabrication Facility (LNF) at the University of Michigan College of Engineering is a 24/7 shared user facility that provides access to advanced micro- and nano-fabrication equipment and expertise. It consists of a 13,500 square foot class 10/100/1000/10000 cleanroom, including a BioSafety Level 2 laboratory space. The LNF supports and enables cutting edge research from research groups from government, industry and universities, serving over 400 users working on a variety of applications in engineering, physical and life sciences.
Why Work at Michigan?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Maternity and Parental Leave

Responsibilities*
You will report to the LNF Director of Infrastructure and will receive LNF-specific training to become primarily responsible for the following aspects of the LNF infrastructure:

• Toxic gas monitoring system and safety infrastructure
• Gas delivery (both Hazardous Production Material products and inerts)
• Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) delivery systems
• Infrastructure interface with U-M building support services, including ultrapure (DI) water, HVAC environmental controls, process chilled water, acid waste neutralization, scrubbed and general exhaust systems
• Power distribution

You will also become familiar and coordinate with other LNF staff regarding additional elements of the LNF infrastructure, including, but not limited to:

• Security and access control
• Video
• Hardware interfaces to the lab management system and process equipment interlocks
• Non-LNF laboratories receiving technical support from the LNF

Your duties will also include:

• Participating in the development and documentation of procedures and best-known methods
• Interfacing with equipment vendors
• Establishing and maintaining contacts with peer facilities to coordinate collaborations and mutual best known methods
• Exhibiting and mandating safe working and housekeeping practices, participating in Emergency Response Team training sessions, responses, and voluntary on-call rotation
• Fostering teamwork and participating in team-building activities

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 10+ years of hands-on relevant experience including orbital welding, both inboard and outboard Helium leak detection, and handling of hazardous materials
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and excellent problem solving capabilities
• Familiarity with AutoCad, Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace
• Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical drawings for various systems and subsystems

Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
243339
Working Title
Senior Engineer in Research - LNF Infrastructure
Job Title
Engineer in Research Senior
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
College Engineering
Department
Lurie Nanofabrication Facility
Posting Begin/End Date
12/19/2023 - 1/07/2024
Salary
$90,000.00 - $100,000.00
Career Interest
Engineering & Architecture