Mechanical Engineer

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Location: Cedar Park, Texas
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Senior Vice President of Engineering

As part of the VUV Analytics Engineering Team, the successful candidate will:

• Support R&D activities, ensuring all documentation and processes are ready for manufacturing. Includes maintaining BOMs, drawings, and ECNs.
• Develop, evaluate, and continuously improve manufacturing methods, leveraging knowledge of product design, materials, fabrication and assembly processes, tooling, and production equipment capabilities, as well as quality control standards.
• Recommend, evaluate, and coordinate facilities and equipment requirements. Includes keeping equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services.
• Provide engineering support for production, including training, tooling, fixtures, and process requirements, during the product prototype stage.
• Assist the Procurement team in sourcing mechanical components.
• Complete design and development projects by training and guiding technicians.

• The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with Oto 3 years of experience or equivalent.
• Candidate must demonstrate a strong ability to read engineering drawings (including GD&T), electrical schematics, and wiring/cable drawings.
• Strong computer skills, including Solid Works or AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, are required.
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in mathematics
• Good sketching and concept generation skills
• Well-developed analytical and decision‑making skills
• Ability to troubleshoot and get to the root cause of failures
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• The capability to adapt to changing priorities in a startup environment
• Desire and ability to proactively improve processes
• Effective organization and prioritization skills
• Effective at multitasking and able to take on additional responsibilities as required
• Ability to communicate technical ideas and issues in a positive and professional manner

VUV Analytics, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Must be authorized to work in the US without employer sponsorship.

Location: Cedar Park, Texas
Department: Manufacturing / Production
Reports To: Manufacturing Manager / Production Supervisor

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Technician to build complex precision electromechanical and optical instruments for high‑performance applications. This role involves the assembly, alignment, and testing of intricate systems in clean, high‑vacuum environments, using sheet metal and machined components, optical elements, and precision hardware. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in high‑precision assembly, contamination control, and working to exacting engineering specifications.

• Assemble complex electromechanical and optical subassemblies from precision‑machined parts, sheet metal enclosures, optical elements, and specialized components.
• Work in cleanroom and high‑vacuum assembly environments, following strict contamination control procedures.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and optical schematics.
• Perform precision alignment and adjustment of optical and mechanical components using specialized fixtures, alignment tools, and metrology equipment.
• Apply proper cleaning, handling, and assembly techniques for optical surfaces, vacuum hardware, and ultra‑high‑vacuum (UHV) components.
• Install and seal vacuum hardware, including O‑rings, CF flanges, and other vacuum interfaces, ensuring leak‑tight performance.
• Use torque tools, precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators), and optical test equipment (e.g., autocollimators, interferometers).
• Conduct functional and leak testing of…