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PACE People · 1 day ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

ABQ-SF Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$120K/yr - $170K/yr

7+ years exp

PACE People is an innovative clean energy technology company working at the intersection of nuclear engineering, particle physics, and advanced waste transmutation. They are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to design and develop high-reliability systems for ion sources and particle accelerator beamline components.

Staffing & Recruiting

Hiring Manager

Antony Harding

Responsibilities

Design, analyse, and optimise mechanical components and systems for ion source setups, including housings, cooling systems, mechanical supports, and interfaces

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure manufacturability, safety, and long-term reliability

Conduct stress and thermal analyses for steady-state and high-reliability operations

Oversee fabrication, assembly, and testing of mechanical components to meet project quality and schedule requirements

Provide hands-on support during installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and upgrades

Maintain detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, reports, and recommendations

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringHigh-reliability systemsParticle acceleratorsCAD toolsThermal managementMaterials selectionManufacturing processesThermal optimisationElectromagnetic compatibilityASME/ISO standardsCross-functional collaborationTechnical documentation

Required

Have experience in high-reliability mechanical systems, particle accelerators, ion beam components or adjacent technologies

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

7+ years of experience in mechanical design and manufacturing, ideally in high-reliability environments (e.g., particle accelerators, advanced energy systems)

Proficiency in CAD and simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, SolidWorks, CATIA)

Strong knowledge of materials selection, thermal management, and manufacturing processes

Track record of working effectively within cross-functional, international teams