Mechanical Engineer III Optical

Summary

Designs and develops customer products and the design of test fixtures and manufacturing tooling. Performs basic to high complexity design assignments.

• Provide mechanical design and documentation for customer products and related tooling to support manufacturing requirements.
• Develop basic, intermediate or complex drawings of components and assemblies.
• Perform engineering computations and create/write specifications.
• Verify completed work, checking dimensions, materials and quantities per verification plans.
• Assist in assembling tooling, test fixtures and prototypes.
• Interact with vendors to ensure proper fabrication of mechanical components.
• Provide assistance to Hardware Design, Software Design, PCB Design, Functional Test, and ICT test teams.
• Follow project plans and report status to leadership.
• Assist in project proposals, cost estimates and Design For Excellence (DFX) reviews.
• Communicate with customer technical personnel and internal teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Coordinate with Sustaining Engineering to leverage manufacturing and test processes.
• Conduct research on and implement new design methods and tools.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and document results.
• Ensure quality of work to meet or exceed customer satisfaction.

• 4‑year Engineering or Technical degree (or equivalent education/experience).
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience, including 3D modeling and CAD.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing and development of electronic hardware and software.
• At least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of sheet‑metal, plastic parts, castings, electromechanical mechanisms, machined parts and related manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in material selection and fabrication method selection.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; effective interpersonal and multitasking skills.
• Attention to detail, discretion, confidence in independent judgment.
• Proficient in continuous improvement tools (e.g., Kaizen, Lean).
• Strong customer service and client focus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Web Ex conferencing.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to travel up to 10‑20% of the time, including day, overnight and international travel.

Rochester, MN, Minnesota. Shift 1 (Mon–Fri 08:00–16:30), Full Time.

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