SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory · 18 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer, SSRL Accelerator Division (Level 3)
Menlo Park, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$168K/yr - $204K/yr
4+ years expSLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is a leading research facility providing synchrotron radiation for various scientific fields. They are seeking a skilled mechanical engineer to design and maintain mechanical systems for the SSRL Accelerator Division, ensuring proper functionality and collaborating with various departments.
Advanced MaterialsBiotechnologyGovernmentLife Science
Responsibilities
Plan and design complex accelerator mechanical systems by interfacing with physicists, scientists, and other engineers to develop project requirements. Prepare drawing and document packages, participate in design reviews, and manage the engineering process from conception through design, construction, and field installation
Develop component concepts and 3D models, perform analysis and materials selection, determine and apply appropriate design and manufacturing standards, and prepare thorough documentation in compliance with SSRL standards
Inspect and review the conditions of accelerator mechanical systems, develop and implement maintenance plans, and interface with technicians and operations staff to ensure proper system maintenance
Prepare design reports, design reviews, cost estimates, project schedules, system documentation, and test reports. Review the work of and provide mentorship to junior engineers
Coordinate accelerator-related work with other SLAC departments such as Facilities, Environment Safety & Health, Accelerator Operations, and others as necessary
Support the overall mission of SLAC and the Department of Energy by participating in hardware design reviews for other laboratory directorates, providing expertise to councils responsible for laboratory governance and oversight, and participating in high level reviews of 413.3B projects in the DOE complex
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, applied or engineering physics, or a scientific field related to synchrotron or XFEL radiation studies, and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. Alternatively, a Master's degree in these fields and a minimum of 2 year of relevant experience
Ability to conceptualize mechanical and system designs, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills combined with creative and innovative thinking
Ability to develop and follow detailed engineering specifications, system control documents, detailed project schedules, policy documents, and safety procedures
Exposure to a broad range of materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering design concepts
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, especially when interfacing with physicists, scientists, engineers, and technicians, and ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
Preferred
Experience designing accelerator components such as magnets, vacuum chambers, water-cooling channels, high-radiation environments, or high-power radio-frequency components
Ability to utilize CAD and finite-element analysis (FEA) tools to model and analyze mechanical designs and assist others in the utilization of these tools
Company
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is the U.S. Department of Energy's national lab at Stanford University. It is a sub-organization of Stanford University.
1001-5000 employees
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