Hybrid Mechanical Engineer - Accelerator Systems Design

Jefferson Lab; Newport News (VA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Jefferson Lab is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to provide mechanical design, analysis, procurement support, and testing for elements installed in particle accelerator facilities. The role involves leveraging CAM tools, FEA, and 3D CAD in design and verification to ensure reliable operation of cryomodules, beamlines, and detectors.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with strong communication skills and ability to work with peer teams in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Experience with mechanical design of components and systems used in accelerator facilities.

Responsibilities

• Design components and systems for SRF cryomodules, accelerator beamlines, and detector systems.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to define requirements and validate designs.
• Analyze structural and thermal aspects using engineering calculations and FEA tools.
• Create and check 3D CAD drawings for fabrication.
• Support procurement and fabrication of components and assemblies.

Skills

Clear written communication

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Siemens NX

3D CAD

Job description

Jefferson Lab is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to provide mechanical design, analysis, procurement support, and testing for elements installed in particle accelerator facilities. The role involves leveraging CAM tools, FEA, and 3D CAD in design and verification to ensure reliable operation of cryomodules, beamlines, and detectors.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with strong communication skills and ability to work with peer teams in a hybrid environment.