Mechanical Systems Engineer 2 - Menlo Park, United States - SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory

Description

Mechanical Systems Engineer 2
Job ID
5862
Location
SLAC - Menlo Park, CA
Full-Time
Regular

SLAC Job Postings

POSITION OVERVIEW :

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, a multipurpose laboratory for astrophysics, photon science, accelerator and particle physics research, has an employment opportunity available for a mechanical engineer.

The Fundamental Physics Directorate Mechanical Systems Engineer works with senior staff to develop systems with an emphasis on technical integration of subsystems.

Given the nature of the position, SLAC is open to on-site, hybrid and remote work options.

Your specific responsibilities include:

• Design, analysis, fabrication and implementation of mechanical systems. Emphasis on implementing technical integration of subsystems e.g. electrical, infrastructure, controls and mechanical.
• Use in-depth engineering knowledge and skills to complete the following tasks.
• mechanical design and analysis of components and assemblies
• manufacturing planning and integration of assemblies
• developing and executing testing of components and assemblies
• Support FPD systems project planning, costing and scheduling.
• Implement execution of engineering milestones on projects.
• Working with the technical staff to gain knowledge from their years of experience and skill set.
• Develop all SLAC WPC (Work Planning and Control) documentation for your projects.

To be successful in this position you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, physics or related science and engineering discipline and minimum of two years of experience or a engineering graduate degree in the followings:
• Design, fabrication, installation, and commissioning of hardware systems, including executing multidisciplinary system integration and test plans.
• Application of engineering best practices and project management, including creating requirements specifications, developing cost estimates and project schedules.
• One or multiple relevant fields: ultra-high vacuum (UHV), cryogenic, RF cavity, magnet design, mechanisms
• CAD and CAE software, PYTHON or other control software
• Collaborating within cross-functional teams
• Ability to interpret and apply fundamental theories, concepts, and practices within a field of specialty.
• Verbal and written communication skills necessary to collaborate in a team environment.
• Ability to prepare and give presentations at discipline-specific or project meetings.
• Ability to conduct effective and timely communications with administrative and/or functional leads.

SLAC Employee Competencies :

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  Effective Decisions :

Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner.

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  Self-Development :

Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing.

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  Dependability :

Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes.

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  Initiative :

Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward.

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  Adaptability :

Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes.

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  Communication :

Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages.

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  Relationships :

Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS :

• Consistent with its obligations under the law, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
• May work extended or unusual work hours based on research and project requirements, remote work will be available/considered.

WORK STANDARDS :

• Interpersonal Skills:

Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.

• Promote Culture of Safety:

Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1—General Policy and Responsibilities:

• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide,

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Classification Title: Staff Engineer 2


Grade: K


Job code: 0132


Duration: Regular Continuing

_The expected pay range for this position is $83,000 to $163,000 per annum.

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position.

The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

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SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.

All staff at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States.

SLAC is an E-Verify employer.