Mechanical Design Engineer
On-siteTucson, Arizona, United States
Job Summary
Lead mechanical product design, analysis, and development for diode lasers and systems, focusing on heatsinks, optomechanical assemblies, and laser diode packages. Translate technical requirements into tangible solutions through hands-on development in cleanroom environments, utilizing SolidWorks for CAD design and ANSYS for thermal and fluid flow validation. Manage design and build outcomes with program managers while guiding technicians through prototype assembly, solder reflow processes, and laser test system debugging. Create bills of materials, lifecycle documentation, and work instructions to support manufacturing transfer and project delivery.
Required Qualifications
- A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an ABET accredited four-year college or university
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in a related engineering field with similar design and development duties
- Demonstrated experience with hands-on development and prototype builds
- Comfortable working in a cleanroom environment up to 50% of the time
- Proficiency with SolidWorks for mechanical design and detailing
- Utilize SolidWorks for 3D and 2D CAD design and detailing
- adhering to ANSI Y14.5M standards and GD&T
- Generate Bills of Materials
- Apply sound engineering principles and creative thinking to solve technical challenges
- Utilize tools like ANSYS to validate designs against requirements
- Work closely with Program Managers to manage design and build outcomes within assigned scope and budget
- Prepare and present clear and effective analysis results and design reviews to internal teams
- Engage in hands-on prototype assembly and debugging
- Assisting with solder reflow processes and micro component assembly tooling
- Designing, assembling, and operating laser test systems
- Developing or selecting pump systems and chillers for laser cooling systems
- Support prototype testing and validation
- Create and organize essential design documentation (BOMs, test criteria, equipment plans)
- Contribute to research and development efforts aimed at improving the performance, reliability, and efficiency of laser systems
- Design and detail Optomechanical Medical, Military, Scientific, and Commercial grade assemblies
- Design and develop laser diode packages and assemblies, including designing and testing tooling
- Elements of Direct Diode Laser Sources, Fiber Coupled Laser Systems, and supporting Tooling and Test System Design
- Design and analysis, and development, focusing on components and assemblies such as: Heatsinks and Heat Exchangers for optimal thermal performance
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with FEA particularly related to thermal and fluid flow is a plus
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