Senior Product Design Engineer
Listed on 2026-09-21
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Product Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Product Design Engineer to design and develop innovative mechanical products from concept through prototype, with a strong focus on camera- and sensor-based systems
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The ideal candidate will have a strong product-based mechanical design background, preferably in consumer products, robotics, or medical devices
. This role requires hands-on design expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop innovative mechanical products from initial concept through prototype, with a focus on camera- and sensor-based solutions.
- Create detailed 3D models and engineering drawings using Solid Works
. - Apply thermal management principles and perform thermal simulations to ensure reliable operation of camera and sensor systems.
- Collaborate with electrical and software engineers to ensure seamless integration of mechanical, electrical, and software components.
- Develop, document, and manage mechanical design requirements.
- Conduct design validation activities, including testing, tolerance stack-ups, and design reviews
. - Perform root-cause analysis and structured problem-solving to resolve design and product issues.
- Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
- Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, and test reports.
- Work independently to drive projects forward, manage priorities, and meet project deadlines.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical product design
. - Strong mechanical engineering and product design background.
- Experience with product-based design, preferably consumer products, robotics, or medical devices
. - Proficiency in Solid Works for 3D modeling, assemblies, and detailed mechanical drawings.
- Experience with thermal simulations and thermal management
. - Hands-on experience with tolerance stack-ups
. - Experience with testing, structured problem-solving, and root-cause analysis.
- Strong understanding of DFM/DFA and production design principles
. - Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with ANSYS or similar simulation tools, particularly for thermal analysis.
- Familiarity with optics design and machine vision applications
. - Experience integrating mechanical, electrical, and software components.
- Background developing camera-focused or sensor-focused products
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Industry Background
Candidates with product development experience from consumer products, robotics, or medical device/surgical robotics are highly preferred.
Aerospace and automotive backgrounds are not preferred for this role.
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