Staff Engineer, X-ray & Optical Instrumentation

Stanford Reglab; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

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Job summary

Stanford Reglab in Menlo Park, CA seeks a Staff Engineer to advance development of X-ray and laser science instruments and beamline systems. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to design, analyze, and fabricate advanced mechanical components for cutting-edge research facilities.

The role emphasizes CAD modeling, FEA, seismic analysis, scripting workflows, and manufacturing of new scientific devices, with a focus on manufacturability and robust performance.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 5 years' experience in engineering and/or engineering research, with a solid background in engineering calculations.
• Performing finite element analysis using software such as Ansys or Abaqus
• Analyzing precision optomechanical instrumentation components
• Preparing technical reports and documentation
• Using CAD software (Creo Parametric or Solid Edge) to develop detailed models, generate drawings, and apply DfM guidelines
• Performing seismic analysis
• Scripting and automating simulation workflows
• Manufacturing of new scientific devices
• Demonstrated success collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams

Responsibilities

• Support the development of new X-ray and Laser science instruments.
• Support the development of X-ray and optical beamline systems.
• Help lead the development of new operational capabilities for the Linac Coherent Light Source facility

Skills

Engineering analysis

Finite element analysis

CAD modeling

Scripting

Seismic analysis

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Creo Parametric

Solid Edge

Ansys

Abaqus

Job description

Stanford Reglab in Menlo Park, CA seeks a Staff Engineer to advance development of X-ray and laser science instruments and beamline systems. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to design, analyze, and fabricate advanced mechanical components for cutting-edge research facilities.

The role emphasizes CAD modeling, FEA, seismic analysis, scripting workflows, and manufacturing of new scientific devices, with a focus on manufacturability and robust performance.