Mechanical Design Engineer

This role is critical to the design of systems and components, prototyping, and

implementing new solutions to pulser systems

What You'll Do

Design and analyze large, high-performance vacuum seals for water-to-air, air-to-high-vacuum, and water-to-high-vacuum transitions

Lead experimental design and testing in collaboration with internal teams, external vendors, and academic partners

Conduct research into novel sealing techniques; define, execute, and evaluate test campaigns

Perform FMEA and tolerance stack-up analyses to ensure seal reliability and system safety

Design test assemblies and risk-reduction

Review and present technical work across multidisciplinary teams; contribute to system-level integration discussions

Provide subject-matter expertise in sealing strategies and help guide the integration of systems in the target area

Document sealing processes, validation data, and lessons learned

Mentor and support junior engineers on design and integration challenges

Interact with suppliers of vacuum systems components and electrical testing components for purchasing

What You Bring

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related engineering field, or equivalent experience

5+ years of mechanical design experience with a focus on vacuum seals and systems, including rough, high, and ultra-high vacuum environments

Strong proficiency in CAD, FEM, and engineering analysis tools

Proven expertise in tolerance analysis, FMEA, seal design, and mechanical integration

Bonus Points For

Experience in high vacuum systems design and assembly

Experience using CREO

Experience of high voltage electrical work

Experience implementing instruments controls and software

Pay Range:

$138,100—$207,100 USD