Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, Beamline Optics

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory’s SSRL Beam Line Development group seeks a mechanical engineer to advance advanced optical components for beamlines. You will lead design activities, perform analyses, and collaborate with physicists to define system requirements across the lifecycle from concept through installation.

The role emphasizes innovative design, precision engineering, and effective communication within a multidisciplinary team at a premier national user facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering with 4+ years in mechanical design.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication methods, precision engineering, ANSI drafting standards.
• Proficiency with parametric CAD software and Windows environments.
• Experience developing innovative design concepts with analytical problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead component design and development from concept to documentation.
• Oversee full lifecycle of optical components, including testing and installation.
• Coordinate with scientists to define requirements and with technicians for assembly.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

GD&T/tolerancing

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Thermal and structural analysis

Project management

Communication and collaboration

Design innovation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s or PhD in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Solid Edge

Other CAD software

FEM/FEA tools

Job description

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory’s SSRL Beam Line Development group seeks a mechanical engineer to advance advanced optical components for beamlines. You will lead design activities, perform analyses, and collaborate with physicists to define system requirements across the lifecycle from concept through installation.

The role emphasizes innovative design, precision engineering, and effective communication within a multidisciplinary team at a premier national user facility.