Mechanical Engineer

** Join Rigaku in shaping a better world through new perspectives!
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* Essential Functions:

**** Reasonable Accommodations Statement
** To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
** POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
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* Education:

*** Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Opto-Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field
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* Experience:

*** Experience with precision motion systems, nanopositioning devices, and interferometric alignment
* Familiarity with vacuum systems, vacuum compatible materials, and clean assembly practices
* Background in supporting experiments at synchrotron or laboratory X-ray sources
* Experience collaborating with scientists on exploratory or R&D projects
* Research experience in X-ray optics, synchrotron instrumentation, or related fields
* Hands-on capability and experience with X-ray optical components (mirrors, monochromators, multilayers, zone plates, etc.)
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* Competencies:

*** Proficiency with 3D CAD software (e.g., Solid Works)
* Understanding of opto-mechanical principles: alignment sensitivity, thermal effects, vibration, and stability
* Strong analytical and experimental problem-solving skills
* High attention to detail and precision
* Ability to work independently in a research setting while collaborating across disciplines
* Comfortable with iterative design and experimental uncertainty
* Good technical communication skills (written and verbal)
* The following are not required but highly appreciated:  + Hands-on capability and experience with X-ray optical components (mirrors, monochromators, multilayers, zone plates, etc.)  + Familiarity with vacuum systems, vacuum compatible materials, and clean assembly practices  +

Experience with precision motion systems, nano positioning stages, and interferometric alignment
* Design and develop precision opto-mechanical systems for X-ray optics, including mirrors, monochromators, x-ray sources, and other elements.
* Collaborate with X-ray optical scientists and engineers to translate optical and experimental requirements into mechanical designs
* Perform tolerance, thermal, and structural analyses to ensure optical performance and mechanical stability
* Design ultra-stable mounts, stages, vacuum-compatible structures, housings and alignment mechanisms
* Create detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings with appropriate GD&T
* Support laboratory experiments including assembly, integration, alignment, and testing of X-ray optical systems
* Participate in system characterization, and performance optimization
* Troubleshoot mechanical and opto-mechanical issues during experimental operation
* Support prototype build, optical alignment, integration, and verification test
* Troubleshoot mechanical and opto-mechanical issues during development and production
* Work with manufacturing partners to ensure designs are manufacturable, testable, and cost-effective
* Document designs, analyses, test results, engineering changes, and design iterations**#1 Top Workplace in the area.*
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