What are the responsibilities and job description for the X-Ray & EPICS Specialist position at Maxonic Inc.?
Maxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for an X-Ray & EPICS Specialist
Job Description:
Job Title: X-Ray & EPICS Specialist
Job Location: Stanford, CA
Work Schedule: On-site
Rate: $105, Based on experience
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Dresselhaus-Marais group at GLAM asks for an X-ray Engineer & EPICS Controls Specialist (henceforth “X-ray Engineer”) to help set up, operate, and maintain a state-of-the-art EPICS control system for in-lab X-ray sources and goniometers. The X-ray Engineer will collaborate with faculty, students, postdocs, and other research staff to ensure that both hardware and software systems are configured reliably, perform at the highest levels of safety and accuracy, and integrate seamlessly into ongoing experimental workflows. This position also involves designing and implementing software interfaces, troubleshooting control system issues, and optimizing system performance to enable world-class X-ray research.
CORE DUTIES:
● Work with Prof. Dresselhaus-Marais, postdocs, and her postdocs and her students to implement, maintain, and improve EPICS control systems for X-ray sources and goniometers used in advanced materials experiments.
● Design and build hardware interfaces for the EPICS environment, including motion control, detector readouts, and safety interlocks for LDM labs.
● Develop or refine software scripts and applications (e.g., Python, C ) to automate experiments, analyze results, and integrate multiple types of instruments into a streamlined control interface for LDM labs.
● Collaborate on installing, testing, and calibrating new hardware components (motors, controllers, detectors) to ensure safe and reliable operation for LDM labs.
● Troubleshoot problems with hardware, software, and network connectivity, and implement preventative maintenance schedules to minimize downtime for LDM labs.
● Train LDM students, postdocs, and lab personnel in the safe and efficient use of EPICS controls and instrumentation, ensuring compliance with EH&S and all relevant University safety guidelines.
● Contribute data, software documentation, and analysis input as needed for papers and publications to support LDM labs.
● Maintain records of system configurations, changes, and maintenance procedures; help generate operational protocols and training documentation for LDM labs.
● Other duties as assigned by Prof. Dresselhaus-Marais or laboratory manager.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience: Doctoral degree in physics, materials science, applied physics, applied math, or a related discipline. Demonstrated skill at electrical engineering for X-ray optical systems. Minimum BS degree. MUST HAVE DEGREE.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
● Familiarity with industrial control hardware, including motion controllers, sensors, and detectors.
● Proficiency in scientific programming (Python, C , MATLAB, or related) to interface with hardware, automate processes, and analyze data.
● Strong understanding of networking protocols, operating systems (Linux/Unix), and real-time data acquisition.
● Ability to independently test, analyze, and diagnose technical issues across hardware and software systems, and to propose timely solutions.
● Demonstrated organizational abilities, including maintaining clear documentation with version control and tracking system changes.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*
● Intermittently perform desk-based computer tasks.
● Frequently stand/walk, sitting, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
● Occasionally use a telephone.
● Rarely lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 11-20 pounds.
About Maxonic:
Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients.
Interested in Applying?
Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Jaspreet Singh (Jaspreet.s@maxonic.com/ (510) 613-4990) for more details
Salary : $105
