Precision Mechanical Design Engineer for Synchrotron Optics

Abundance Network; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory's SSRL Beam Line Development group seeks a Staff Engineer 2 to lead component conceptualization, design, and 3D CAD development for synchrotron beamline instrumentation, ensuring compliance with SSRL standards and high-vacuum requirements.

Responsibilities include managing the full engineering lifecycle from concept through installation, and producing design reports, cost estimates, schedules, and test records while collaborating with physicists, engineers,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of mechanical design experience with CAD.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication methods and ANSI drafting standards.
• Experience with vacuum systems and UHV is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead component conceptualization and 3D CAD development.
• Manage the full engineering lifecycle from concept to installation.
• Prepare design reports, cost estimates, and test documents.

Skills

CAD software

GD&T

Heat transfer

FEA

Vacuum design

Cross-disciplinary

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solid Edge

FEM tools

CMM experience

Job description

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory's SSRL Beam Line Development group seeks a Staff Engineer 2 to lead component conceptualization, design, and 3D CAD development for synchrotron beamline instrumentation, ensuring compliance with SSRL standards and high-vacuum requirements.

Responsibilities include managing the full engineering lifecycle from concept through installation, and producing design reports, cost estimates, schedules, and test records while collaborating with physicists, engineers,