Mechanical Designer II

SURATech, LLC (Jefferson Lab) • Newport News, VA

101d • $58,200 - $83,500

About The Position

The Mechanical Designer II works within the Mechanical Engineering Group in the Engineering Division. The role designs complex electrical, electronic, and/or mechanical equipment, structures, components, and portions of systems, and modifies existing designs to improve performance and facilitate operations. The designer uses computer-aided design (CAD) applications and graphic design tools to create layouts and equipment designs; gathers information, performs studies and calculations, and prepares original rough layouts and sketches to present design proposals. Design criteria are coordinated with engineers, physicists, and other customers as appropriate.

The position creates and modifies equipment for installations at Jefferson Lab and other government-supported laboratories and agencies. Work includes system layout and detailed design of SRF cryomodules and components, as well as vacuum and cryogenic piping in accordance with ASME codes and engineering requirements. The designer produces fabrication documentation, including 3D models, assembly drawings, and orthogonal drawings, using NX/Teamcenter and AutoCAD. The role handles work of moderate complexity, may manage multiple tasks simultaneously, plans short-term and intermediate assignments, and may coordinate work with others in the group. The employee is responsible for organizing and ensuring the quality of their own work.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience; education above the minimum may be substituted for experience.
• Ability to read and understand blueprint drawings, component specifications, and technical data sheets.
• Intermediate knowledge, skills, 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 other technologies.
• Sound judgment in completing assignments.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify schedule conflicts within the group and provide solutions.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify equipment for installations at Jefferson Lab and other government-supported laboratories and agencies.
• Perform system layout and detailed design of SRF cryomodules and components, vacuum piping, and cryogenic piping in accordance with ASME codes and engineering requirements.
• Produce accurate, simple, and cost-effective fabrication documentation, including 3D models, assembly drawings, and orthogonal drawings, using NX/Teamcenter and AutoCAD.
• Read and understand blueprint drawings, component specifications, and technical data sheets.
• Organize and maintain the quality of one's own work.
• Complete design drafter tasks of moderate complexity.
• Manage multiple assigned tasks simultaneously.
• Plan short-term and intermediate assignments and coordinate work with others in the group.
• Identify schedule conflicts within the group and provide solutions.
• Coordinate design criteria with engineers, physicists, and other customers as appropriate.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision care plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off and leave programs, including paid parental leave, vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• 401(k) plan with a 9% Lab contribution; 100% vested
• Flexible work arrangements, with remote and alternate work schedules available
• Tuition assistance
• Training and professional development programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED