Sr. Mechanical Engineer
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Designs and develops precision optical-mechanical components and subsystems for microscopy illumination and imaging, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance solutions.
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Overview
As one of the world’s leading analytical instrumentation companies, Bruker covers a broad spectrum of advanced solutions in all fields of research and development. All our systems and instruments are designed to improve safety of products, to accelerate time-to-market, and to support industries in successfully enhancing quality of life. We have been driving innovation in analytical instrumentation for over 60 years now. Today, more than 11,000 employees distributed across 90 locations around the world continue to delight our customers with innovative solutions.
Bruker Nano, one of Bruker’s four operating segments, provides customers in academic and governmental institutions, life science, materials, and applied industries with the tools to determine the characteristics of matter and visualize the structure of molecules. Divisions within BNANO include Bruker AXS, Bruker Nano Analytics, Bruker Nano Surfaces and Metrology, Fluorescence Microscopy, and Canopy.
We are seeking a talented Optical-Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team. As an Optical-Mechanical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and optimizing Optical-Mechanical systems and components. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to innovate and deliver high-performance solutions that meet our customers' needs and exceed industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Design precision components, modules, and subsystems focused on optic mounting, actuating, and alignment for microscopy illumination and imaging.
- Designs need to account for stability and reproducibility, mitigating thermal and vibration effects, material properties of optical elements and machine parts, and proper adhesives and lubricants under varying environmental conditions for robustness.
- Design opto-mechanical components and assemblies by encompassing mechanical engineering principles and best practices.
- Design for manufacturability and serviceability.
- Perform stack up and tolerance analysis to ensure proper fit and function of assemblies under extreme operating conditions.
- Develop and test prototypes to validate design concepts and project requirements.
- Collaborate with optical engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, systems engineers, software engineers, and manufacturing teams to integrate optical-mechanical systems into larger systems or products.
- Participate in and lead design reviews to obtain peer-oriented design assessments throughout design processes.
- Generate detailed component and assembly drawings, BOMs, ECOs, and build/inspection/test procedures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, with 5 years experience, Master's with 3 years experience.
- Proven experience in designing and developing mechanical systems and components.
- Proficiency in designing in SolidWorks. Proficiency in designing in SolidEdge a plus.
- Proficiency in FEA and CFD simulations in Ansys. Proficiency in using Zemax a plus.
- Proficiency in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and tolerance stack up analysis.
- Hands-on experience with measurement equipment and testing methods.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Experience with regulatory requirements and standards (e.g., ISO, Semi, CE) preferred.
At Bruker, base salary is part of our total compensation. The estimated base salary range for this full-time position is between $86,500 and $153,000 and provides an opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base salary for the role will depend on a several job-related factors, including, but not limited to education, training, experience, the geographic location of the successful candidate, skills, competencies, job-related knowledge and travel requirements for this position. Full-time employees may also be eligible for a performance-related incentive in addition to a full range of benefits including 401(k) with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, medical and dental plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program and paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays, and more.
Bruker is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.
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