Job Title
Cryogenic Design Engineer
Job Description
Mechanical Design Engineer (Latham, NY)
In this role as Cryogenic Design Engineer , you will focus primarily on cryogenic application of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and structural mechanics to the development and maintenance of superconducting MRI magnet products and technologies. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- General design activities such as requirements management, materials and component selection, Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and tolerance analyses.
- Detailed design, analysis, and testing of system components such as cryogenic vessels, cryostats, piping, tubing, vacuum systems, and refrigeration systems.
- Develop systems thermal models to describe all heat paths and create new designs to meet allowable heat budgets.
- Developing and executing design verification activities, including analysis, similarity, and testing.
- Developing new processes, methods, and ways of working.
- Thoroughly documenting design inputs and outputs.
- Assisting and/or directing vendors to create prototypes.
- Reviewing and ensuring adequacy of vendor qualification activities.
- Analyzing field issues related to cryogenic design and providing solutions where required.
- Actively participating in multidisciplinary project teams through all phases of product development to ensure successful execution of innovative and best-in-class designs.
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- BS, MS or Ph.D in Mechanical Engineering or Physics
- 5+ years of experience applying engineering principles to solve complex problems related to thermal/fluid systems and/or cryogenics
- Software tools - Mathcad, SINDA/FLUINT, Thermal Desktop, SINAPS, ANSYS APDL, ANSYS Workbench, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, Spaceclaim, LabView, Matlab
- Programming - Fortran, C++, Microsoft VBA, Python
- Experience working with cryogenic systems, cryostats, and/or cryocoolers
- Experience working with ASME Boiler Pressure Vessel Code
- Hands on experience with fabrication methods such as machining, welding, brazing, soldering, forming, etc.
- Hands on experience performing lab testing and data acquisition
- Solid understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5
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Philips Transparency Details
The pay range for this position is $92,000 to $158,000, annually. The actual base pay offered may vary depending on multiple factors including, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.
In addition, other compensation, such as an annual incentive bonus, sales commission or long-term incentives may be offered. Employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive Philips Total Rewards benefits program, which includes a generous PTO, 401k (up to 7% match), HSA (with company contribution), stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here .
At Philips, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case.
Additional Information
US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa, now or in the future.
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This requisition is expected to stay active for 45 days but may close earlier if a successful candidate is selected or business necessity dictates. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration.
Philips is an Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran and maintains a drug-free workplace.