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Frida · 1 month ago

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Miami, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

Frida is a company dedicated to supporting parents through the challenges of parenting with innovative products. They are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to manage multiple design projects, transforming product ideas into reality while ensuring effective communication and collaboration across teams.

BabyFirst AidHealth CareManufacturingMedical Device

Responsibilities

Take on full responsibility for managing multiple design projects from ideation through production tooling release within a fast-paced development environment

Manage projects according to key project indicators – schedule, budget, and quality

Transform product ideas and concepts into reality while following the stage-gate design process

Identify critical product characteristics and ensure integration into product designs

Identify the best materials and manufacturing methods to meet the performance needs of the product requirements

Establish product manufacturing production specifications and first quality product metrics

Evaluate product component changes and support the supply chain team with ongoing projects

Support the qualification and tracking of tools, molds, and fixtures

Ensure cross-functional teamwork and communication with internal and external contacts to drive the progress of projects to plan

Collaborate with strategy, design, packaging engineering, regulatory, reliability, and operations teams to identify challenges and offer solutions

Support the selection of components and final product manufacturers, including overseeing first shots through final article verification

Maintain regular communications supporting successful partnerships and manage project expectations and collaborative designs

Domestic and international travel is required (15%)

Tool ready 3D product design

Product and material specifications

Design for manufacturability

Sustaining engineering and updating and improving existing models to 4.5+ Stars!

Input for reliability and regulatory testing requirements

Other projects as assigned

Qualification

Mechanical Engineering2D3D CAD softwareDesign for manufacturabilityFEA analysisTooling designManufacturing processesMultitaskingOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solvingCommunication skills

Required

B.S. or higher in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Plastics Engineering, or equivalent work experience

6-8+ years of Design Engineering experience

Proficient in 2D, 3D CAD software (Solid Works preferred)

Design for manufacturability experience

Experience and knowledge of various materials and manufacturing processes, including plastics injection manufacturing

Ability to learn new concepts quickly

Strong organizational and multitasking skills with high attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communications skills

FEA analysis, tooling design, and manufacturing experience

Experience developing products in highly regulated industries (kids, medical)

Experience working with soft goods and textiles

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment in which requirements & priorities constantly change

A self-starter with an ability to complete tasks both independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Benefits

Robust health benefits including: Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans

Employer paid life insurance

Supplemental insurance options including Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability

FSA & HSA

401k matching up to 4% with immediate vesting.

Generous paid time off program including elective PTO days, federal holidays, sick/wellness days, and a birthday floater.

Flexible paid pregnancy and parental leave.

Weekly wellness programming designed to maximize personal time and minimize time spent investing in personal care outside of work hours. This includes a variety of programming such as in-office manicures & pedicures, blowouts, massages, and carwash services.

Dog friendly office - feel free to bring your best buddy with you to work!

Learning & development opportunities for professional and personal growth

Company-wide events & outings. Team engagement is at the center of our culture. This ranges from small department-specific teambuilding or informal outings to our annual Fam Jam family carnival that celebrates the people in your life who support you in bringing your best self to work each day. We also host an annual Day of Service to support our local Miami community, and provide a variety of volunteer opportunities throughout the year that support our mission to serve parents and children.

Exclusive employee product discounts.