Mechanical Engineer — LCLS Experimental Systems

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory in Menlo Park, CA, seeks a Mechanical Engineer for the LCLS Experimental Systems Engineering team. The role focuses on developing and operating scientific instruments at the frontier of X-ray science and advancing operational capabilities of the facility.

You will contribute to mechanical engineering development for new initiatives, collaborate with staff scientists and fabrication facilities, and ensure quality through design reviews and standard practices.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering and at least two years of relevant experience.
• Willingness to learn fabrication techniques for producing complex components.
• Demonstrated skill with CAD.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a diverse team.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills for team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to mechanical engineering development for new initiatives advancing X-ray and optical experiment technologies.
• Support the integration and testing of systems with staff scientists, fabrication facilities and technicians.
• Responsible for technical scope and QA through design reviews and standardized engineering practices.

Skills

CAD

Mechanical design

Team collaboration

Communication

Independent work

Fabrication techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master or PhD in Mechanical Engineering (equivalent)

Tools

ANSYS

Matlab

FEA tools

Job description

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory in Menlo Park, CA, seeks a Mechanical Engineer for the LCLS Experimental Systems Engineering team. The role focuses on developing and operating scientific instruments at the frontier of X-ray science and advancing operational capabilities of the facility.

You will contribute to mechanical engineering development for new initiatives, collaborate with staff scientists and fabrication facilities, and ensure quality through design reviews and standard practices.