Senior Mechanical Designer

Berkeley Lab; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to support its engineering division. The role involves leading design projects using advanced CAD tools to develop critical components for scientific missions. Candidates should have extensive experience in mechanical design, leadership capabilities, and a strong background in 3D modeling. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical CAD designs.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software and PLM tools.
• Intermediate knowledge of manufacturing principles and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of mechanical systems for scientific projects.
• Create 3D CAD models and functional drawings.
• Mentor junior designers on design skills.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

3D CAD software

GD&T

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

Inventor

Windchill

SAP

Siemens Opcenter

Job description

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Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Senior Mechanical Designer to support research and development in projects like the Advanced Light Source (ALS), BELLA center, ALS-Upgrade, and DUNE. The role involves independently creating 3D CAD models and detailed drawings for manufacturing and integration of parts or assemblies, using CAD software, product lifecycle management tools, and mechanical engineering principles.

What You Will Do

• Lead or work with a small team to develop mechanical, mechatronic, or opto-mechanical systems for LBNL’s scientific mission.
• Use mechanical engineering expertise to create 3D CAD models and functional drawings from concepts.
• Apply GD&T to communicate design intent to manufacturing teams.
• Assist in creating work instructions and provide status updates to peers and supervisors.
• Mentor and supervise mechanical design associates.
  
  

What Is Required

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field with 10+ years of experience, or 12+ years of experience with mechanical CAD designs.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks, Inventor) and product lifecycle management tools (e.g., Windchill, SAP, Siemens Opcenter).
• Intermediate knowledge of mechanical engineering, manufacturing principles, and GD&T standards (ASME Y14.5M/ISO 1101).
• Apply mechanical engineering principles to create component and assembly designs using 3D CAD software.
• Develop detailed 3D models and 2D drawings from conceptual designs (e.g., sketches).
• Collaborate with a diverse technical team (mechanical, electrical, magnetic engineers, and scientists) to define mechanical designs, potentially leading the team.
• Use GD&T (ASME Y14.5) to communicate design intent to fabrication and integration teams.
• Adapt to new skills and technologies, and effectively communicate work to engineers and scientists.
• Expert in two or more design areas: reverse engineering, cabling/piping layouts, 3D printing, opto-mechanical systems, mechatronics, vacuum systems, structural supports, design for manufacturing/assembly.
• Assist in creating work instructions, follow design standards, and manage CAD models/documents using lifecycle management software.
• Experience with change control processes and cost/schedule estimation.
• Mentor junior designers on fundamental design skills.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field with 12+ years of experience, or 14+ years in mechanical CAD design.
• Experience leading, supervising, and mentoring a small (2+) mechanical design team.
• Proficient in Creo Parametric and PTC Windchill.
• Certified in ASME Y14.5M GD&T.
• Experience assisting project and control account managers with cost and schedule estimation for mechanical design.
  
  

Salary

This position is expected to pay a targeted range of $111,000.00 to $136,000.00 annually and has a full salary range of $99,000.00 to $167,100.00 annually. The final salary is dependent upon the candidate’s skills, knowledge, and abilities, including education, certifications, and years of experience.

Notes

• This is a full-time 2-year, term appointment with the possibility of extension or conversion to Career appointment based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs.
• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
• Work will be primarily performed at: Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. Starting May 7, a REAL ID or other acceptable form of identification is required to access Berkeley Lab sites (for more information click here ).
  
  

Want to learn more about working at Berkeley Lab? Please visit: careers.lbl.gov

Berkeley Lab is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. In support of our rich community, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

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