Mechanical Engineer II, R&D

Mevion Medical Systems Inc; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Mevion Medical Systems Inc is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support R&D efforts for the next generation of proton therapy technology. The role involves contributing to multiple mechanical engineering sub-disciplines, performing FEA with SolidWorks, and aiding the design and integration of robotic/electromechanical components.

The candidate will develop fixtures for X-ray imaging, evaluate designs, and create SOPs and validation protocols.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics or a closely related field.
• Coursework in Robotics and CAD.
• Strong knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using SolidWorks Simulation for structural optimization and safety validation.
• Familiarity with GD&T and engineering drawing standards.

Responsibilities

• Contribute across mechanical engineering sub-disciplines, including FEA, structural analysis and design optimization.
• Develop fixtures for 2D X-ray imaging systems and support integration of mechanical components in robotic/electromechanical systems.
• Evaluate designs and propose modifications to improve performance and reliability.
• Conduct research to test feasibility, design, operation or performance of equipment and components.
• Create SOPs, work instructions, and verification/validation protocols for product development.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis

Robotics systems

Engineering drawings

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks Simulation

Job description

Position SummarySupport research & development projects to engineer and develop the next generations of Mevion’s proton therapy technology. Duties include:Make significant technical contributions across a spectrum of Mechanical Engineering sub-disciplines, for example: multi-physics finite element analysis, structural analysis and design, development of fixtures for 2D X-ray imaging system;Participate in engineering research, development and optimization of Mevion’s existing and future technologies, support the design and integration of mechanical components within robotic or electromechanical systems.Evaluate mechanical designs and recommend engineering design modifications.Conduct research that tests and allows for analysis of the feasibility, design, operation or performance of equipment, components, or systems.Analyze and recommend design modifications to eliminate machine and/or system issues.Contribute to engineering projects in close coordination with project leads, including system modeling, simulations, motion and instrument control, and experiments.Create standard operating procedures, work instructions, and verification and validation protocols for product development and engineering products.Minimum RequirementsMaster’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics or a closely related field.Qualified Candidates must have completed academic coursework in: Robotics and Computer Aided Design (CAD).Must have strong demonstrated knowledge (through academic coursework, internship or professional experience) of:Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using SolidWorks Simulation for structural optimization and safety validation;Utilizing SolidWorks for 3D modeling, assemblies, and design iteration.Familiarity with GD&T and engineering drawing standards.Robotics systems.