Simplexity Product Development, Inc. · 2 days ago
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
8+ years expSimplexity Product Development, Inc. is a product development engineering firm that focuses on simplifying complex designs for leading technology companies. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for designing subsystems for various products, tools, and equipment, while collaborating with other engineers to solve complex problems and deliver reliable designs.
ManufacturingProduct DesignSoftwareWeb Design
Responsibilities
Architect, design, and integrate intricate mechanical systems
Efficiently represent concepts for your designs using block diagrams, rough CAD/schematics, sketches, etc
Solve problems and design solutions that incorporate custom (injection-molded, machined, 3D-printed, and sheet metal), semi-custom, and off-the-shelf parts
Perform paper-studies using various mechanical engineering academic principles, such as force and energy balances, structural calculations, mechanical vibration, tolerance analysis, mechanical power transmission, etc
Manage large 3D CAD assemblies of many components
Generate and maintain an organized bill of materials
Create 2D drawings using ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards
Quickly and effectively prototype design concepts, testing specifications and iterating
Work collaboratively with other engineers of various disciplines
Identify appropriate manufacturing methods for prototyping and production. Design components appropriately for those manufacturing methods
Manage, organize, and prioritize technical issues on your designs and drive toward resolution
Work closely and communicate regularly with clients and project management to keep stakeholders apprised of project status, issues, design decisions, and risks
Coordinate with external partners in areas like industrial design and contract manufacturing
Support working on-site in the San Diego Metro area
As-needed - conduct or inform simulations such as structural FEA, thermal FEA, CFD, etc
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited four-year university
8+ years of relevant professional engineering experience
Proficient knowledge of SolidWorks (highly preferred) or equivalent CAD package
Thorough understanding of 2D drawings, with a preference for strength in GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and how it is applied to design and manufacturing
Demonstrable knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical design considerations – injection molding, sheet metal, machining, rapid prototyping, etc
Demonstrable knowledge of assembly and alignment methods - screw joints, snap fits, dowel pins, heat-staking, etc
Ability to identify and root-cause system-level defects
Experience in design and integration of complex systems working closely with cross-functional disciplines (electrical, firmware, software, and systems engineers)
Excellent organization and analytical skills combined with attention to detail. Ability to prioritize and plan effectively
Highly motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to communicate clearly and write detailed reports
Have a positive attitude and focus on client success
Ethical and honest in every part of the job
Preferred
In-depth fluids analysis and fluidic handling experience, including microfluidic system design
Experience specifically related to product development consulting for clients
Experience using a CAD PDM system to manage CAD files
Robotics, instrumentation, and test equipment design experience
Experience with mechatronics and electro-mechanical systems including stepper and DC motors, solenoids, gear and belt drive systems, linear actuators, bearings, sensors, and electronics
Programming experience
Pneumatic and/or hydraulic system design experience
Prior experience with medical devices and working within a medical quality system
Finite Element Analysis, Computation Flow Dynamics, or experience in other simulation packages
Benefits
Excellent Healthcare plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision) fully paid for by the company for the employee; partial payment for dependents
401(k) plan with company match
Long-term and short-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance
Paid maternity/new parent leave
11 Paid holidays
3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) per year, increasing after 2, 5, and 9 years of service
Company
Simplexity Product Development, Inc.
Simplexity is a leading product development engineering firm specializing in custom design, next-generation products, robotics, workflow automation, and production test tools.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dorota Shortell
Chief Executive Officer
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