synchrotron System Engineer

Adecco Technical & Scientific, a division of the world leader in the recruitment of Technical and Scientific professionals, has an immediate opening for a Synchrotron System Engineer on a CONTRACT opportunity in Bay Area.


Synchrotron System Engineer
Basic Function

Responsible for sub-assembly design, integration and testing, system integration and final system performance characterization. This position will participate in the development and continuous improvement of company’s 3D-CT x-ray microscopes from concept through delivery, installation and post-installation support.
Responsibilities

Perform system level development of company’s high resolution 3D tomography x-ray microscope products, with focus on the synchrotron product line.
Design, testing, debug and documentation for release to manufacturing.
Perform system level design, testing, debug and documentation for release to manufacturing.
Perform mechanical and electrical design tasks with team members in a concurrent engineering fashion.
Perform and supervise in-house system assembly, testing and preparation for shipment
Perform on-site installation, commissioning, testing and service
Customer training and assistance in system operation
Create documentation of theory of operation, design concepts and develop system level performance requirements.
Contribute to plan development and Gantt charts to manage projects from inception to delivery.
Hands-on technical problem solving is a key responsibility in this position.
Contribute to internal and customer facing procedures, user manuals, release notes, application notes.
Occasionally attend or present at technical conferences and customer events.


Skills

Experience with software tools to control hardware, as well as means for data analysis and presentation.
Demonstrated understanding of science and engineering principles and processes.
Ability to design and perform proof of principle experiments
Computer data acquisition and numeric data analysis skills
Proficiency with common high-tech instrumentation and diagnostic tools.
Strong general laboratory skills and trouble shooting of complex electromechanical systems.
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, collaboration skills.
Ability to explain complex design issues, design patterns, and new technology to team members.
Strong customer-facing skills and strong desire to understand end-user applications.
Ability to work effectively in and contribute to a team environment.
Ability to handle the fast-paced, ever-changing demands of a growing high-tech company.
Experience with synchrotron and/or high resolution imaging instrumentation is highly desired


Education/Training
B.S. or M.S. or PhD in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related disciplines.
Experience
Minimum 1 years of experience developing microscopy or metrology capital equipment.
Travel
Position requires up to 70% travel for customer visits and system installations.






If you are interested in this opportunity email james.ratliff@adeccona.com or call 925-349-0303

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