Mechanical Engineer

Job Title:

Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

This Mechanical Engineer role focuses on designing, prototyping, and validating mechanical systems in a hands-on engineering environment. You will develop detailed 3D models and drawings, fabricate prototype components, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform concepts into robust, manufacturable products. Success in this position requires moving quickly from concept to prototype, producing high-quality engineering documentation, and contributing to thoroughly validated product designs.

Responsibilities

* Design mechanical components and assemblies using CAD tools with a strong focus on manufacturability, performance, and reliability.

* Develop detailed 3D models and engineering drawings, including dimensions, tolerances, and specifications that support efficient production.

* Create and maintain bills of materials (BOMs) and manage design revisions within product lifecycle management (PLM) systems.

* Build and iterate mechanical prototypes in a lab setting using standard machine shop equipment, including lathes, mills, drill presses, and basic fabrication tools.

* Collaborate closely with technicians and manufacturing teams to troubleshoot issues, refine designs, and support scaling from prototype to production.

* Support testing activities by helping to develop test plans, executing experiments, and analyzing results to validate mechanical performance.

* Participate in system integration efforts involving mechanical, electrical, and optical components, ensuring cohesive and functional assemblies.

* Apply design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA) principles to improve product quality, reduce complexity, and enhance ease of assembly.

* Document design decisions, test outcomes, and engineering changes clearly and thoroughly to support traceability and continuous improvement.

* Contribute actively to a hands-on lab and prototype environment by maintaining equipment, promoting safe practices, and supporting team objectives.

Essential Skills

* Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent practical engineering experience that demonstrates strong mechanical design capability.

* Proficiency with Solid Works, including part modeling, complex assemblies, and the creation of detailed engineering drawings.

* Strong 3D CAD engineering skills with the ability to translate concepts into detailed, manufacturable designs.

* Hands-on experience using standard machine shop tools such as lathes, mills, drill presses, and basic fabrication equipment, with the ability to safely machine simple prototype parts.

* Experience working in a lab or prototype environment with a willingness to be highly hands-on.

* Demonstrated ability to collaborate closely with technicians and manufacturing teams to support build, test, and integration activities.

* Experience working within product lifecycle management (PLM) systems such as Agile, Arena, or Duro to manage revisions and documentation.

* Knowledge of design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA) principles and their application to real-world products.

* Ability to support the development and execution of test plans, perform experiments, and interpret test data to guide design decisions.

* Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality engineering documentation and drawings.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Familiarity with thermal design, including heat transfer fundamentals, thermal modeling, or administering thermal testing.

* Experience with optical or opto-mechanical systems, including basic optical alignment or designing enclosures and mechanisms that integrate optical components.

* Understanding of wiring and harness routing, as well as systems-level integration involving mechanical, electrical, and optical subsystems.

* Ability to write and execute detailed test plans, analyze experimental data, and generate clear and thorough test reports.

* Experience working in small, cross-functional teams where flexibility, communication, and initiative are highly valued.

* Comfort operating in a fast-paced, prototype-focused environment with evolving requirements and tight iteration cycles.

Work Environment

This role is based on-site, Monday through Friday, for approximately 40 hours per week with the possibility of occasional overtime to support project milestones and testing schedules. You will work as part of a smaller, collaborative team in a lab and prototype environment that includes access to standard machine shop equipment such as lathes, mills, drill presses, and fabrication tools. The setting emphasizes hands-on engineering, frequent interaction with technicians and manufacturing personnel, and close involvement in system integration activities.

The environment supports a practical, safety-conscious approach to building and testing mechanical systems, with regular use of CAD, PLM tools, and test equipment as part of daily work.

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors…