Mechanical Designer - Cryomechanical Systems
Core
End-to-end 3D CAD design and 2D drawing creation for cryogenic subassemblies and top-level mechanical integrations, including cold fingers, millikelvin stages, radiation shields, and vacuum interfaces.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical designer (cryomechanical systems)
Builds
Cryogenic subassemblies and top-level mechanical integrations for dilution refrigerators and related hardware
Domain
Cryogenics / Precision Mechanical Engineering
Required skills
3D CAD modeling, GD&T, tolerance stackup analysis, PDM/PLM management, thermal anchoring design, vacuum sealing design, FEA/thermal simulation, supplier collaboration, non-conformance dispositioning
Preferred skills
AI tool integration for hardware development, experience with dilution refrigerator integration
Technologies
SolidWorks, Windchill, OnePDM, ANSYS Mechanical, COMSOL
Responsibilities
Create fully detailed 2D drawings with GD&T and tolerance stackups; Lead Cryomechanical Engineering design reviews; Translate system requirements into mechanical specifications for thermal anchoring and vacuum sealing; Drive DFM/DFX with suppliers; Create SOPs for field installation; Operate within regulated or high-security lab environments
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
