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Mechanical Engineer (AREVA GAPEXPERT) - Canberra Job In NORTH AMERICA-United States-Connecticut-Meriden

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Category:  Development Finance
Job Type:  Permanent
City:  NORTH AMERICA-United States-Connecticut-Meriden
Job Description
LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY?
ENJOY A NEW EXCITING CAREER IN A GROWING INDUSTRY!
AREVA supplies solutions for power generation with less carbon. Its expertise and unwavering insistence on safety, security, transparency and ethics are setting the standard, and its responsible development is anchored in a process of continuous improvement.
Ranked first in the global nuclear power industry, AREVA's unique integrated offering to utilities covers every stage of the fuel cycle, nuclear reactor design and construction, and related services. The group is also expanding in renewable energies - wind, solar, bioenergies, hydrogen and storage - to be one of the top three in this sector worldwide in 2012.
With these two major offers, AREVA's 48,000 employees are helping to supply ever safer, cleaner and more economical energy to the greatest number of people.
AREVA provides its customers with solutions for low-carbon power generation in North America and all over the world. As the leader in nuclear energy and a significant, growing player in the renewable energies sector, AREVA combines U.S. and Canadian leadership, access to worldwide expertise and a proven track record of performance. Sustainable development is a core component of AREVA's strategy. Its more than 5,000 U.S. and Canadian employees work every day to make AREVA a responsible industrial player helping to supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical energy to the greatest number of people. AREVA Inc. is headquartered in Bethesda, MD. Visit us at http://us.areva.com or follow us at Twitter.
The AREVA Reactors & Services Business Group:
The Reactors and Services Business Group combines the nuclear reactor design and construction activities and the products and services activities necessary for the maintenance, operation, modernization, and improvement of power plants. It also includes vessel propulsion nuclear reactor and research reactor activities. AREVA is currently constructing four EPR™ reactors, of generation III .
The Nuclear Measurements Business Unit (BUNM):
The Nuclear Measurements Business Unit (BUNM) is a trusted provider of world-class nuclear measurement solutions. It has been serving the nuclear community for over four decades. The company is the leading supplier of innovative and cost-effective measurement solutions and services, under the CANBERRA brand, used to maintain safety of personnel, assess the health of nuclear facilities and safeguard the public and the environment. The BUNM operates production and engineering facilities worldwide. Our 1000 employees are all focused on bringing the very best nuclear measurements technology to our customers.
Job Description:
AREVA is seeking a Detector R&D Cryogenic mechanical Engineer for our Canberra location in Meriden, CT.
Responsibilities and duties include:
  • Research and develop germanium and silicon gamma and x-ray radiation detector products based on miniature electro-mechanical cooling systems.
  • Under limited supervision perform germanium and silicon detector research & development, design, physical layout, testing, modeling, surface and material evaluation.
  • Specialize in developing products around miniature electro-mechanical cryogenic coolers.
  • Model vibration, thermal, and mechanical response of systems and develops noise mitigation strategies.
  • Evaluate and utilize processes, electronics, and electro-mechanical devices and systems comprising semiconductor manufacturing systems, Detector and MHV vacuum systems, cryogenic systems, and others.
  • Perform product development activities, including prototyping, implementation of customer specifications, and documentation requirements.
  • Conduct engineering studies and may assign work to technical staff.
  • Normally receives general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new assignments.
  • Participate in the writing of proposals for research contracts and functions as a principle investigator or lead engineer on such contracts.
  • Carries out research with limited supervision.
  • Writes reports and on a routine basis gives topical presentations.
  • Participate and train within the framework of the AREVA GAPEXPERT program leading to integration as a Junior Expert into the AREVA Experts community. Attached to the DTRI AREVA/NC and seconded for 3 years at BUMN.
  • Travel to other manufacturing facilities of the BUMN, CANBERRA Detector Manufacturing sites (Meriden, CT - USA, Olen-Belgium, Lingolsheim-France).
All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher level position.
  • PhD in Mechanical or Cryogenic Engineering or related Engineering discipline.
  • Two to four years mechanical or cryogenic engineering experience.
  • At least 2 years in cryogenic cooling and/or vacuum science.
TRAVEL
Sporadic (3-5%) domestic and international travel. Most travel is related to AREA GAPEXPERT training program. International travel is mostly or all to Western Europe, primarily France. Some travel may be expected to manufacturing sites in Olen, Belgium and Lingilsheim, France.
We offer competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package, and flexible work options, as well as a uniquely diverse and unified team of professionals. Our culture supports an environment where employees can continuously learn and gain professional growth through education, exciting projects and career mobility. AREVA recognizes your achievements and excellent performance through various performance incentive, recognition and reward programs. Our commitment is to you, the employee.
Come work in an environment that is driven by integrity, innovation and visionary thinking. Join AREVA today, revolutionize the energy industry and energize your future!

Post Date:  09/12/2011
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