Astronomical Instrumentation Mechanical Engineer

University of Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the McDonald Observatory on the UT Austin campus with occasional travel to the observatory. You will design, analyze, test, and support optomechanical and electromechanical subsystems for instrument and telescope development projects.

Responsibilities include developing design concepts, creating fabrication drawings, coordinating part fabrication, assembling and deploying instrumentation, and communicating results to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) with 6+ years of experience or Master's with 4+ years.
• Experience writing specifications to support mechanical work.
• Experience designing mechanical parts and assemblies.
• Proficiency with CAD applications for mechanical design.
• Experience with FEA to validate performance of mechanical structures.
• Experience with 3D printing for prototypes and parts.
• Experience in sourcing and procuring mechanical parts and off-the-shelf hardware.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scientific instrumentation and mechanical equipment with initiative and independence.
• Create fabrication drawings and manage part fabrication.
• Assemble, deploy, and field support developed instrumentation.
• Collaborate with project leadership on design concepts and requirements.
• Prepare technical reports and participate in design reviews.

Skills

Mechanical design

CAD

FEA

Prototyping

Electromechanical systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

FEA software

3D printing

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the McDonald Observatory on the UT Austin campus with occasional travel to the observatory. You will design, analyze, test, and support optomechanical and electromechanical subsystems for instrument and telescope development projects.

Responsibilities include developing design concepts, creating fabrication drawings, coordinating part fabrication, assembling and deploying instrumentation, and communicating results to