Sr. Mechanical Engineer

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Job Location (Full Address):

250 East River Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

250548 LLE-Laboratory for Laser Energ

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 114

Compensation Range:

$86,900.00 - $130,300.00

Responsibilities:

Specializes in designing and improving mechanical systems, components, and products. Leads projects and teams, and often works on complex, high-impact projects. Acts as a resource for new or lower level engineers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develops conceptual and detailed designs of mechanical parts and assemblies based on project requirements.
• Prepares technical drawings in compliance with industry standards.
• Provides supporting safety and engineering analyses as required.
• Prepares materials for engineering design reviews.
• Other duties as assigned.
• The individual will support the Target Fabrication Group in engineering tasks that are specific to the manufacture of targets for the OMEGA Laser Facilities. These include:
  • All phases of producing fixtures and components for assembling targets: design, generation of drawings, and overseeing manufacture/procurement.
  • Design and testing of equipment to support target R&D activities – specifically: vacuum, vapor deposition, and cryogenic systems
• Ability to perform Finite Element Analysis of structures designed (Structural and thermal)

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficient with CAD software required
• Competent with Finite element analysis (FEA) software required
• Ability to work both independently and as a part of a multidisciplinary team required
• Siemens NX software preferred
• Experience with thermal analysis and the design of equipment for operating at temperatures other than room temperature preferred

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