Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineer Co-op

Description

About Us:

Founded in 1997,
Vuzix (NASDAQ: VUZI) is a growing, dynamic company that specializes in the design, manufacturing and sale of smart glasses and augmented reality (AR) technologies and products for the enterprise and consumer markets. Company products include wearable displays and computing devices that offer portable, high-quality viewing experience for applications in augmented reality, digital information, utility, and entertainment.

Position Summary:

The Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering Co-op [Autumn-2026] will be involved in the design and engineering of new wearable augmented reality devices, smart glasses, and their accessories and systems as well as working with manufacturing engineers to transition from prototype to volume manufacturing at our facility. The Coop will take part in various aspects of design and engineering of electro/mechanical/optical devices and their supporting systems, including concept work and prototyping, CAD design, testing, and general Mfg Eng support.

This position will also support the functions of the R&D – Mechanical Department to meet the requirements of the relevant ISO 9001:2015 standards based on the quality objectives established by Top Management.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Under the direction and guidance of a Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering Manager and Director of Product Development, learn to provide Mechanical Engineering support for various new and existing products and accessories as well as supporting the Manufacturing Engineering team.
• Design and modify mechanical portions of existing and future products and fixtures using Solid Works CAD software.
• Create bills of materials, drawings, supporting documentation, and manufacturing work instructions.
• Collaborate with various R&D teams;
  Electrical, Optical, and Quality Engineering to develop robust, accurate assemblies and systems that are optimized for size, performance, and DFMA.
• Analyze the tolerance stack up of complicated miniature assemblies and incorporate findings into design.
• Provide Engineering support to production groups in the form of collaboration on fixture design, testing, and assembly pilots.
• Design, assemble, and test prototypes and mock-ups using 3D printing and other rapid prototyping techniques.
• Support manufacturing engineering by troubleshooting processes and equipment, writing work instructions, process flow improvements, and occasionally operating equipment/machinery.
• Design, complete, and document assembly and product level testing using molded prototypes and early production products.
• Support or conduct investigative and reliability testing to mechanical and/or thermal parts/assemblies.
• Help maintain and operate equipment used in engineering such as 3D printers, tools, and test equipment.
• Meets required ISO 9001:2015 standards and necessary training based on the relevant Quality Objectives.

Competencies:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Written Communication – Read and interpret written information effectively, write clearly and concisely, adapt writing style for different audiences.
• Verbal Communication – Give focused attention to what others are saying, take time to understand what and respond when appropriate without interrupting, speak clearly and effectively express ideas and opinions, adapt and react professionally in both positive and negative situations.
• Teamwork & Collaboration – Balance team and individual responsibilities, consider others’ views objectively and with openness to changing your own, give and encourage feedback, contribute to a positive team dynamic, prioritize team success over personal interests, work effectively across departments toward company goals.
• Professionalism – Interact with others in a considerate manner, follow through on commitments, react well under pressure and preserve confidentiality, control emotions, and accept responsibility, maintain focus on solutions and treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Motivation & Initiative – Demonstrate persistence and ability to adapt to changes in daily workflow and…