Mechanical Engineer – X-ray Optics & Precision Systems

Rigaku Corp.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Rigaku Corp. in Auburn Hills, MI, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop precision opto-mechanical systems for X-ray optics, including mirrors, monochromators, and sources.

You will create 3D CAD models, perform tolerancing, thermal, and structural analyses, and work with scientists to translate requirements into robust mechanical designs. The role involves assembly, alignment, testing, and integration of X-ray optical components, collaboration across disciplines, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical/Opto-Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field.
• Experience with precision motion systems, nanopositioning devices, and interferometric alignment.
• Familiarity with vacuum systems and clean assembly practices.
• Background in supporting experiments at synchrotron or laboratory X-ray sources.
• Experience collaborating with scientists on exploratory or R&D projects.
• Hands-on capability with X-ray optical components (mirrors, monochromators, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Design precision opto-mechanical systems for X-ray optics.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and GD&T drawings.
• Perform tolerance, thermal, and structural analyses.
• Support assembly, integration, alignment, and testing of X-ray optical systems.
• Collaborate with scientists to translate requirements into mechanical designs.
• Work with manufacturing to ensure designs are manufacturable and cost-effective.

Skills

Precision motion systems

Nanopositioning devices

Interferometric alignment

Vacuum systems

X-ray optics knowledge

3D CAD (SolidWorks)

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Opto-Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Rigaku Corp. in Auburn Hills, MI, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop precision opto-mechanical systems for X-ray optics, including mirrors, monochromators, and sources.

You will create 3D CAD models, perform tolerancing, thermal, and structural analyses, and work with scientists to translate requirements into robust mechanical designs. The role involves assembly, alignment, testing, and integration of X-ray optical components, collaboration across disciplines, and ensuring