Principal Design Engineer

Salas O'Brien

. Develop detailed mechanical designs for complex systems and components for the Scorpius Accelerator Program at Los Alamos National Laboratory .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $175,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical design, utilizing Creo and applying GD&T principles to ensure manufacturability and system integration. Proficient in maintaining engineering documentation and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to support complex projects.

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Mechanical Design Using CreoGD&T Application in Engineering DrawingsWindchill Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)Professional Engineer CertificationDesign for Manufacturability (DFM)

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Hard Skills

Mechanical DesignCreoGD&TDesign for ManufacturabilityEngineering Change Requests (ECRs)Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)TroubleshootingPrototype DevelopmentFabricationConfiguration Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsProblem Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Windchill

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer Certification

Industry Keywords

ASME B31.3Pressure SafetyDepartment of Energy ProjectsNational Laboratory Projects

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop detailed mechanical designs for complex systems and components for the Scorpius Accelerator Program at Los Alamos National Laboratory
Update existing mechanical designs, models, drawings, and assemblies using Creo
Collaborate with engineers, designers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel to incorporate design changes and resolve technical issues
Maintain engineering documentation, revisions, and released designs within Windchill
Apply GD&T principles to communicate design intent and manufacturing requirements
Evaluate design changes for manufacturability, assembly, and system integration
Communicate engineering updates and design revisions to cross-functional teams
Support configuration management, engineering change requests (ECRs), and engineering change orders (ECOs)
Participate in design reviews, issue resolution, and continuous improvement activities
Assist with troubleshooting, prototype updates, and design modifications during fabrication and assembly
Support pressure safety and ASME B31.3 design requirements when applicable

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
Professional Engineer certification listed as required
United States citizenship is required
Experience using Creo for mechanical design
Working knowledge of Windchill Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Experience applying GD&T in engineering drawings
Understanding of Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
Ability to work within a multidisciplinary engineering environment
Strong communication and problem solving skills
Desired: Experience supporting Department of Energy or National Laboratory projects
Desired: Knowledge of ASME B31.3 Process Piping or pressure safety requirements
Desired: Experience supporting prototype development, fabrication, or advanced manufacturing
Desired: Familiarity with engineering configuration management processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonuses
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Professional development support
Employee ownership