Opto-Mechanical Engineer, X-ray Optics & Precise Alignment

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

Job summary

Rigaku Americas Corp. in Auburn Hills, MI, seeks a Mechanical/Opto-Mechanical Engineer to design precision X-ray optical systems and mounts. You will create 3D CAD models, perform tolerance analyses, and work with scientists to translate requirements into robust hardware.

The role includes assembly, alignment, testing, and collaboration with manufacturing to ensure cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with X-ray optics, vacuum systems, and precision motion equipment,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Opto-Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics or related field.
• Experience with precision motion systems, nanopositioning devices, and interferometric alignment is required.
• Familiarity with vacuum systems and clean assembly practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop precision opto-mechanical systems for X-ray optics, including mirrors, monochromators, x-ray sources, and other elements.
• Collaborate with X-ray optical scientists and engineers to translate requirements into mechanical designs.
• Perform tolerance, thermal, and structural analyses to ensure optical performance and stability.
• Design ultra-stable mounts, stages, vacuum-compatible structures, housings and alignment mechanisms.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings with GD&T.
• Support experiments including assembly, integration, alignment, and testing of X-ray optical systems.
• Participate in system characterization and performance optimization.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and opto-mechanical issues during operation and development.
• Support prototype build, optical alignment, integration, and verification testing.
• Work with manufacturing to ensure designs are manufacturable, testable, and cost-effective.
• Document designs, analyses, test results, engineering changes, and design iterations.

Skills

Precision motion systems

Interferometric alignment

Analytical problem-solving

Attention to detail

Independent work in research

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Opto-Mechanical Engineering

Applied Physics

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Rigaku Americas Corp. in Auburn Hills, MI, seeks a Mechanical/Opto-Mechanical Engineer to design precision X-ray optical systems and mounts. You will create 3D CAD models, perform tolerance analyses, and work with scientists to translate requirements into robust hardware.

The role includes assembly, alignment, testing, and collaboration with manufacturing to ensure cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with X-ray optics, vacuum systems, and precision motion equipment,