Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Specializes in designing and improving mechanical systems, components, and products. Leads projects and teams, and often works on complex, high-impact projects. Acts as a resource for new or lower level engineers.

Responsibilities

Develops conceptual and detailed designs of mechanical parts and assemblies based on project requirements; Prepares technical drawings in compliance with industry standards; Provides supporting safety and engineering analyses as required; Prepares materials for engineering design reviews; Supports the Target Fabrication Group in engineering tasks specific to the manufacture of targets for the OMEGA Laser Facilities; Manages all phases of producing fixtures and components for assembling targets: design, generation of drawings, and overseeing manufacture/procurement; Designs and tests equipment to support target R&D activities, specifically vacuum, vapor deposition, and cryogenic systems; Performs Finite Element Analysis of structures designed (structural and thermal)

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience required; Or equivalent combination of education and experience; Proficient with CAD software required; Competent with Finite element analysis (FEA) software required; Ability to work both independently and as a part of a multidisciplinary team required

Nice to have

Siemens NX software preferred; Experience with thermal analysis and the design of equipment for operating at temperatures other than room temperature preferred