Accelerator Development Engineer

Argonne National Laboratory

. Support concept development, engineering, design, fabrication, assembly, and testing of superconducting cavities and related subsystems for ATLAS and other accelerator projects .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeLemont • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $57,764 - $93,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong foundational knowledge in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or physics, with hands-on experience in laboratory work and technical subsystems. Proficient in using analytical and modeling tools, CAD software, and possesses problem-solving skills for complex technical challenges.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Mechanical EngineeringHands-On Laboratory ExperienceKnowledge Of Vacuum SystemsFamiliarity With CAD SoftwareStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Mechanical DesignElectrical SystemsRadio-Frequency SystemsVacuum SystemsAnalytical ToolsModeling ToolsLaboratory OrganizationSafety Awareness

Soft Skills

Self-MotivationCreativityProblem-SolvingCollaborationTeamwork

Industry Keywords

Accelerator ProjectsSuperconducting CavitiesTechnical SubsystemsEngineering PrinciplesForeign Government Sponsored Activities

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support concept development, engineering, design, fabrication, assembly, and testing of superconducting cavities and related subsystems for ATLAS and other accelerator projects
Contribute to development, fabrication, maintenance, and improvement of laboratory equipment and technical subsystems
Collaborate with Accelerator Development Group and ATLAS staff to operate, maintain, and enhance the ATLAS accelerator facility
Help deliver reliable, high-quality accelerator systems for current and future projects
Use computer-based analytical, modeling, and design tools to advance accelerator development activities
Perform hands-on laboratory work and diagnose and solve technical challenges

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 0+ years of experience, or equivalent, in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or physics
Strong self-motivation and interest in broad hands-on laboratory work, including physically demanding tasks
Creativity and sound problem-solving skills for complex or novel technical challenges
Technical judgment based on foundational physics and engineering principles
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative, deadline-driven technical environment
Basic knowledge and hands-on experience with vacuum systems, electronics, electrical systems, radio-frequency systems, and mechanical design
Familiarity with modern mechanical engineering tools and CAD software
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Excellent laboratory organization, safety awareness, and housekeeping practices
Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork
Must comply with applicable restrictions related to Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities
Employment is contingent upon a background check
Must obtain and maintain government access authorization if required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package
Equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination commitment
Safe and welcoming workplace
Potential government access authorization and related employment support