2024 All Engineers Retreat

19 Feb 2024, 09:00 → 22 Feb 2024, 16:00 US/Central

Hybrid

Jamieson Olsen (Fermilab), Mayling Wong-Squires (Fermilab), Shishir Shetty

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National Engineers Week was established in 1951 by the National Society of Professional Engineers in conjunction with President George Washington's birthday. Today, it is observed by more than 70 engineering, education, and cultural societies, and more than 50 corporations and government agencies. The purpose of National Engineers Week is to call attention to the contributions to society that engineers make.

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This year we are celebrating women in STEM, with a special commemoration of Helen Edwards and the amazing work she did with the Tevatron and a keynote address from Dr. Asmeret Asefaw Berhe, Director of the Office of Science at the DOE. 

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Hackathon 2024.pdf

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Monday, 19 February

10:00 → 10:55 Sustainability in Science

Topic: Sustainability in Science

This talk will discuss Fermilab’s sustainability program and provide an overview of drivers and our current baseline. I will discuss our sustainability strategy and how the laboratory is incorporating sustainability aspects into our conventional facilities design and within scientific/mission activities. I will highlight some successes in leveraging partnerships to drive sustainable infrastructure and outcomes.

Speaker: Catherine Hurley (FNAL)

Sustainability at Fermilab 2.19.24.pdf

11:00 → 11:55 Panel Discussion: Compensation and Promotions

Topic: Compensation and Promotions

Excited to announce that the EAC will host a panel discussion on Promotions and Compensation! Join us for an insightful discussion addressing frequently asked questions and gaining clarity on these important topics.

Here's what you can expect:

• Expert panel: Representing Compensation, Engineering Promotion Committee, HR, and Mark Jeffers, Senior Director-ISD, will share their expertise and answer your questions.
• Open discussion: We'll delve into common inquiries and provide valuable insights.
• Interactive Q&A: Ask your questions directly to the panel through our moderator, ensuring everyone gets a chance to participate.

Don't miss out! This is your chance to gain valuable knowledge and get your questions answered.

Speakers: Lidija Kokoska, Mark Jeffers, Pete Cholewinski, Sophia Corona

13:00 → 13:30 Briefing on Pressure System Variances

The Notification of the Request for Variance from Pressure Safety Standards has been made to lab community**. This briefing provides details of the pressure system variance and an opportunity to understand next steps.

** https://inside.fnal.gov/2024/02/notification-of-pressure-variance/

Speakers: Lidija Kokoska, Roza Doubnik (mechanical engineer)

10 CFR 851 Pressure Systems Variance.pdf

14:00 → 15:00 Tours: MINOS Underground Tour

GERT or RAD WORKER training required for MINOS tour. Wear closed toe shoes. MINOS tour attendees meet at the MINOS service building (OK to park along the side of the road)

Tours2024.pptx

15:00 → 16:00 Tours: Mu2e and G-2

GERT or RAD WORKER training required for MINOS tour. Wear closed toe shoes. MINOS tour attendees meet at the MINOS service building (OK to park along the side of the road)

Tours2024.pptx

Tuesday, 20 February

10:00 → 10:55 Robotics

Topic: Robotics

This talk describes various applied robotics efforts at Fermilab, ranging from mobile inspection robots to remote handling and automated assembly. It will also briefly describe the Accelerator Directorate Robotics Initiative group and how we are leading the effort to bring together other DOE national labs in an annual robotics applications workshop.

Time: Feb 20, 2024 10:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada)

Speaker: Adam Watts (Fermilab)

11:00 → 11:55 3D Printing

Topic: 3D Printing

See how groups across the lab are using 3D printing to accelerate their work and how you can leverage on-site and external 3D printing resources for your next project. Learn how your group can set up a local 3D printer with minimal overhead, as well as a few design tips for 3D printed components. This session will also discuss what we know so far about 3D printed components in accelerator-specific applications such as cryogenic, high-voltage, vacuum, and radiation environments.

Speaker: Noah Curfman

3D Printing at Fermilab - Engineering Week.pptx

12:00 → 12:55 BB Session: LBNF Excavation

Topic: LBNF Excavation

The DUNE experiment is being built by FRA for the DOE at both the Near Site (Batavia) and the Far Site (Lead SD). This presentation will provide a status update of the excavation being performed at the Far Site to house the DUNE detectors and all associated supporting infrastructure.

Speaker: Syd Devries (FRA)

LBNF Excavation at SURF.pptx

13:00 → 13:30 fSWE Collegiate Pipeline Program

Topic: Engagement Efforts thru fSWE Collegiate Pipeline Program

An introduction to the fSWE Collegiate Pipeline Program, which aims to intentionally reconnect with collegiate groups to inspire students to develop their STEM identity by building their careers through Fermilab’s opportunities.

Speaker: M. A. Ibrahim (FNAL -AD/INST)

2024_Engineering_Retreat _ fSWE_CPP.pdf

14:00 → 15:00 Tours: MINOS Underground

GERT or RAD WORKER training required for MINOS tour. Wear closed toe shoes. MINOS tour attendees meet at the MINOS service building (OK to park along the side of the road)

Tours2024.pptx

15:00 → 16:00 Tours: Mu2e and G-2

GERT or RAD WORKER training required for MINOS tour. Wear closed toe shoes. MINOS tour attendees meet at the MINOS service building (OK to park along the side of the road)

Tours2024.pptx

Wednesday, 21 February

09:00 → 09:30 Hackathon: Kickoff

Hackathon 2024.pdf

09:30 → 17:00 Hackathon: Get yo' hack on

Hackathon 2024.pdf

Thursday, 22 February

08:30 → 09:00 Other Events: Coffee and Breakfast

09:00 → 10:00 Other Events: Accomplishments

10:00 → 11:00 Other Events: Helen Edwards Commemoration

Conveners: Allan Rowe (Fermilab), Mike Syphers (Northern Illinois University / Fermilab)

11:00 → 12:00 Keynote: Dr. Asmeret Asefaw Berhe, Dir. Office of Science, DOE

Speaker: Dr Asmeret Asefaw Berhe (Director, DOE Office of Science)

12:00 → 12:10 Other Events: Group Photo

12:10 → 13:00 Other Events: Pizza Lunch

13:00 → 14:00 Other Events: Poster Exhibition

14:00 → 15:00 Hackathon: Closeout

Hackathon 2024.pdf