Beamline Mechanical Engineer - Precision & Mechatronics

Argonne National Laboratory; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 79,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, IL is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Beamline Instrumentation Group within the X-ray Science Division. The role focuses on developing mechanical designs for beamlines and end stations, performing detailed analyses, and collaborating with scientists and controls engineers on integrated opto‑mechanical and mechatronic systems.

You will coordinate procurement, manage project costs and schedules, and participate in testing and commissioning, with

Qualifications

• Knowledge of design, fabrication, assembly and commissioning of mechanical systems.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (2D/3D) and FEA/engineering analysis software.
• Experience in precision machine design and thermal analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs for beamlines and end stations.
• Perform conceptual and detailed mechanical design analyses.
• Collaborate with scientists, controls engineers and other engineers on integrated systems.
• Coordinate procurement, fabrication oversight, testing and commissioning.

Skills

CAD tools

FEA

Mechatronics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Creo

ANSYS

MATLAB

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, IL is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Beamline Instrumentation Group within the X-ray Science Division. The role focuses on developing mechanical designs for beamlines and end stations, performing detailed analyses, and collaborating with scientists and controls engineers on integrated opto‑mechanical and mechatronic systems.

You will coordinate procurement, manage project costs and schedules, and participate in testing and commissioning, with