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Quest Global · 23 hours ago

Mechanical Design Engineer

Quest Global is a company focused on providing engineering solutions, and they are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanical design efforts for various components and systems. The role involves creating detailed models, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing product designs throughout the development cycle.

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Hiring Manager
Antony Muthu
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Responsibilities

Lead the mechanical design for a particular component, feature, or system while having end-to-end product development understanding
Contribute to mechanical solutions as part of a highly cross-functional team, working closely with electrical engineering, industrial design, operations, and firmware teams
Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings for enclosures, internal structures, and components using CAD software (e.g., Creo, UG NX)
Model, and iteratively refine prototypes and characterization test systems to validate design concepts and performance goals
Build and test prototypes to analyze performance, reliability, and durability under various conditions
Optimize space constraints, ensuring tight integration of mechanical parts with electrical components
Work across the full product development cycle, from concept to ship
Research and evaluate materials (plastics, metals, composites) and manufacturing processes such as injection molding, CNC machining, or die-casting, to come up with innovative solutions and approaches for next gen products
Collaborate and manage work with Asia-based Supply Chain partners to ensure manufacturability, quality, and cost targets are met
Troubleshoot assembly, manufacturing, and system level issues throughout the product lifecycle

Qualification

Mechanical Design3D CAD SoftwareDesign for ManufacturabilityFinite Element AnalysisMaterial PropertiesPrototypingTestingCollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication

Required

BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
8+ years of industry experience in mechanical design
Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Creo, SolidWorks, UGNX)
Deep understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), DFM (Design for Manufacturability), and DFA (Design for Assembly)
Experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), statistical tolerance analysis techniques, functional dimensioning, geometric tolerancing, and 3D/2D CAD proficiency (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, NX)
Working knowledge in material properties, such as plastics, metal, adhesive, glass, etc., and selection for consumer products
Testing and analysis experience (FEA, Simulation, Design of Experiments, etc.)
Experience with FEA (Finite Element Analysis) for structural, thermal, or drop testing
Hands-on experience and thorough understanding of high-volume manufacturing techniques (stamping, machining, injection molding, casting, etc.)
Prior experience in consumer electronics or high-volume precision manufacturing

Preferred

10+ years of product design and development experience of handheld and/or wearable electronics for high volume manufacturing, including full systems ownership
MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering
Experience designing handheld and wearable electronics for high volume manufacturing
Experience with NX CAD software
Experience with products cosmetic surface treatments and interfacing with industrial design teams
Experience designing for human factors and ergonomics

Company

Quest Global

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Quest Global is an engineering solutions company that offers a range of services in the engineering and technology domains.

H1B Sponsorship

Quest Global has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (114)
2024 (93)
2023 (120)
2022 (94)
2021 (138)
2020 (607)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$1.08B
Key Investors
The Carlyle GroupChrysCapitalWarburg Pincus
2023-08-08Private Equity· $500M
2021-08-23Private Equity· $150M
2016-02-19Secondary Market· $350M

Leadership Team

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Ajit Prabhu
Chairman & CEO
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Rajendra Kumar Shreemal
Chief Financial Officer
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