Mechanical Engineer
Focused Energy Inc.
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Austin • Texas • United States
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About the role
- Develop mechanical subsystem designs and interfaces for TTE.
- Create CAD models, assemblies, and detailed drawings aligned with FE standards.
- Lead the development of vacuum chambers, feedthroughs, mounts, and support structures.
- Support mechanical installation, alignment, and commissioning on-site.
- Conduct mechanical analysis, tolerance reviews, and design optimisation.
- Coordinate with controls, electrical, and laser optics teams to ensure interface compatibility.
- Support ongoing testing, operational readiness, and mechanical modifications as project demands evolve.
- Interact with suppliers, fabricators, and contractors to ensure build quality and delivery.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
- 5+ years of mechanical design experience, preferably in scientific instrumentation, precision systems, or R&D environments.
- High proficiency with mechanical CAD tools (Autodesk Inventor preferred; SolidWorks acceptable).
- Experience designing and integrating vacuum systems, chambers, feedthroughs, and mechanical support structures.
- Strong understanding of mechanical tolerancing, GD&T, stability, stiffness, and alignment principles.
- Experience supporting system assembly, installation, and alignment in a technical facility setting.
- Ability to generate detailed manufacturing drawings and interface definition documents.
- Hands-on experience with mechanical testing, metrology equipment, or prototype assembly.
- Experience collaborating with suppliers and fabricators on component builds.
- Eligibility to work in the United States (Austin, Texas).
Benefits
- Frequent onsite presence at the Austin facility for installation and assembly work
- Ability to work with tools, mechanical fixtures, vacuum components, and diagnostic hardware
- Willingness to support extended hours during installation or test windows
- Ability to travel for supplier visits, system integration, and design reviews
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
mechanical designCAD modelingmechanical analysistolerance reviewsdesign optimizationmechanical tolerancingGD&Tvacuum systems designprototype assemblymetrology equipment
Soft skills
leadershipcoordinationcommunicationcollaborationproblem-solving
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringMaster’s degree in Mechanical Engineering