Hall C Mechanical Engineer I

At Jefferson Lab,you'llchampioncutting-edgescience and operational excellence while shaping the future of discovery. Join us and make your mark - where excellence meets purpose, andgreat mindstruly matter.

Salary Range: $73,200 - $115,700

What your job will be like:

Provide general mechanical engineering support for the design of elements installed in experimental Hall C. Utilize 3D computer aided design (CAD) tools for component and assembly design as a precursor to analyses and fabrication. Provide engineering support for projects from concept through design, fabrication, assembly and commissioning. Present technical reports, defend the design during design or safety reviews and produce system documentation.

In this job you will:

• Perform as the design engineer on components and systems employed in Experimental Hall C. Analyze structural and thermal aspects of designs using engineering calculations and FEA tools.
  
• Work with more senior engineers and scientists in defining requirements, designing, analyzing, fabricating, installing, testing and commissioning components or systems.
  
• Support procurement and fabrication of components and assemblies.
  
• Document work in analysis reports, test reports, and technical notes.
  
• Present results at internal reviews and appropriate technical conferences.
  
• Develop and perform test methodologies to validate designs.
  

Lead - Supervisory - Management

• May lead technical staff of designers or technicians.
  

Experience

• Preferred: 2 or more years
  
• Preferred: Familiarity with basic metal fabrication and welding techniques
  

Education

• Required: Bachelor's Degree In area of Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
  

Experience and Education Exchange
Licenses and Certifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Medium: Able to communicate clearly in writing (e.g. email, memos, explanations, drawings) and explain work to his/her supervisor and others in the group.
  
• Medium: Can work effectively with peers.
  

About Jefferson Lab

Join a community with a common purpose of solving the most challenging scientific and engineering problems of our time. The Jefferson Lab campusis located insoutheasternVirginiaamidst a vibrant and growing technology community.

A career at Jefferson Lab is more than a job. You will be part of "big science" and work alongside top scientists and engineers from around the world unlocking the secrets of our visible universe. Managed by SURATech, LLC, Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is entering an exciting period of mission growth and is seeking new team members ready to apply their skills and passion to have an impact. You could call it work, or you could call it a mission. We call it a challenge. We do things that will change the world.

Total Rewards at Jefferson Lab

At Jefferson Lab, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

* Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans * Flexible Spending Accounts

* Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave)

* 401(k) Plan - 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested * Flexible Work Arrangements

(Remote & Alternate Work Schedules available)

* Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs

* Live near the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay region with access to nearby beaches,

mountains, and all major metropolitan centers on the East Coast

SURATech, LLC manages and operates the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab). SURATech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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Employment with SURATech is conditional upon DOE approval if at any time during your employment you are participating in a Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Program or Affiliated activity. Generally, such programs/activities include any foreign-state-sponsored attempt to acquire U.S.-funded scientific research through programs run or funded by the government that target scientists, engineers, students, academics, researchers, and entrepreneurs of all nationalities working or educated in the United States. This includes positions or appointments, both domestic and foreign, titled academic, professional, or institutional appointments whether or not remuneration is received and whether full-time, part-time or voluntary.