Mechanical Designer II

Job Summary

Performing work within the Mechanical Engineering Group in the Engineering Division, the role involves designing highly complex electrical, electronic, and/or mechanical equipment, structures, components or portions of systems, and modifying existing designs to develop or improve performance and facilitate operations. The position utilizes computer-aided design (CAD) applications and graphic design tools to generate layouts and designs for equipment. The engineer gathers information, conducts studies and calculations, and prepares original rough layouts and sketches to present design proposals.

Coordination of design criteria with engineers, physicists, and other stakeholders is essential.

Salary: $58,200.00 - $92,000.00 (Tech II)

• Create and modify equipment for installations at JLab and other government-supported laboratories or agencies.
• System layout and detailed design of SRF cryomodules and components, vacuum and cryogenic piping in accordance with ASME codes and engineering requirements.
• Produce accurate, simple, and cost‑effective fabrication documentation (3D modeling, assembly, and orthogonal drawings) using NX/Teamcenter and AutoCAD.
• Read and understand blueprint drawings, component specifications, and technical data sheets.
• Maintain organization and quality of own work.
• Complete design drafter tasks of moderate complexity.
• Frequently handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Plan own work for short‑term and intermediate assignments and coordinate work with others in the group.

• Required:
  
  5 or more years relevant experience.

• Required:
  
  High School Diploma.

• Able to identify schedule conflicts within the group and provide solutions.
• Intermediate skills, knowledge, and ability in one technology trade or specialty.
• Knowledge of theory, design, and techniques used at the component level.
• Basic skills, knowledge, and ability in additional technologies.
• Sound judgment in completing assignments.
• Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

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 Leave, 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SURATech is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities unless such accommodations would cause undue hardship.