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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 111

Compensation Range:

$63,815.00 - $95,723.00

Responsibilities:

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with an interest in pursuing a career in design engineering. This position will primarily support the NSF OPAL research program, contributing to the design and development of advanced mechanical systems in a cutting-edge research environment, while also supporting the Mechanical Engineering (ME) Group with more traditional design and engineering responsibilities across a variety of projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong educational foundation in mechanical engineering fundamentals, including coursework in materials science, machine design, heat transfer, structural analysis, and manufacturing processes. Coursework in vibrations, finite element analysis (FEA), and technical writing is a plus.

This role offers exposure to both research-driven, first-of-a-kind engineering challenges and established mechanical design workflows which can provide excellent growth opportunity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop conceptual and detailed designs of mechanical parts and assemblies in support of the NSF OPAL project and other ME Group initiatives.
• Support research-focused mechanical development, including prototype design, integration, and iterative refinement.
• Provide supporting engineering and safety analyses as required.
• Prepare materials for engineering design reviews and technical discussions.
• Generate technical drawings in compliance with applicable standards and internal processes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, scientists, and technicians.
• Work both independently and as part of a project team, balancing research and operational priorities.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) and 1 year of relevant exp required or equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Advanced beginner proficiency with CAD software preferred
• Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) tools preferred

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