Carolina Population Center · 1 month ago
Argus Array Mechanical Engineer
North Carolina, US
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$40/hr - $57/hrThe University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a global leader in higher education, known for its commitment to innovative teaching and research. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the Argus Array project, responsible for designing, developing, and integrating critical mechanical components for a large optical telescope array. The role involves collaboration with a cross-functional team and hands-on engineering to transform prototypes into production-ready components.
Responsibilities
Refining and integrating Argus mechanical systems including both large and small mechanical systems and interfaces to the Array’s optic systems
Working closely with our team of astronomers, telescope-instrumentalists, engineers, and data scientists to implement and optimize these systems for the world’s largest optical telescope array and the largest digital camera ever built (55 Gigapixels)
Helping transform prototypes into production-ready components for the full-scale Argus Array
Performing significant hands-on engineering for Argus subsystems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Optical Engineering, or related field
Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion, AutoCAD, or similar)
Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and optical systems
Experience with hardware prototyping and testing
Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment
Preferred
Experience in optical or mechanical engineering
Experience performing detailed FEA simulation of mechanical systems
Experience with precision motion control systems and their integration
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and challenges
Enthusiasm for contributing to groundbreaking astronomical research
Benefits
Numerous retail and restaurant discounts
Savings on local child care centers
Special rates for performing arts events
Company
Carolina Population Center
The Carolina Population Center (CPC) is a community of outstanding scholars and professionals associated to create new knowledge about population size, structure, and processes of change.
Founded in 1966
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase