CareerPlan

Mechanical Engineer (f/m/x)

Fort Collins, COFull-time$100k2026-10-01 → 2026-11-11

Core

Design and optimize large, ultra-stable optical mounts for high-energy, ultra-short-pulse laser systems to ensure structural stability and adjustability under demanding operating conditions.

Role type

Senior IC optomechanical engineer

Builds

Precision optical mounts and optomechanical assemblies for fusion energy laser systems

Domain

Fusion energy / High-energy laser systems

Required skills

Mechanical design, Vibration analysis, Thermal analysis, Precision kinematics, CAD modeling, Material selection, Optomechanical integration, Prototype testing

Preferred skills

High-energy laser system experience, Micron/sub-micron precision design, Coupled thermal-structural analysis, Manufacturing of large precision optical systems

Technologies

SolidWorks, Inventor, FEA, PSD analysis, Random-vibration analysis

Responsibilities

Design and optimize optical mounts for micron/sub micron positioning and high angular stability; Perform modal, harmonic, and random-vibration/PSD analyses; Translate thermal results into optomechanical performance; Select materials based on CTE, thermal conductivity, and vacuum compatibility; Integrate precision adjustment components; Support prototype testing and correlate FEA predictions with measurements.