Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The UAV industry is a fast-paced and constantly evolving market in which Lumenier is a key player.

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for drone hardware and structures. This position requires a broad set of skills within the mechanical engineering discipline.

Technical Capabilities/Skills:

To perform at a high level, the Mechanical Engineer ideal candidate would have the following capabilities and skills:

·        Strong foundation in mechanical design, structures, and materials

·        Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar)

·        Experience designing and releasing production-ready parts and assemblies

·        Ability to create detailed engineering drawings with GD&T and tolerance analysis

·        Experience with lightweight structural design and material selection (aluminum, carbon fiber, plastics)

·        Familiarity with FEA or first-principles analysis for structural and thermal problems

·        Hands-on prototyping experience (3D printing, CNC machining, composites, or manual fabrication)

·        Experience designing for manufacturability and assembly (DFM/DFA)

·        Ability to take designs from concept through prototyping, testing, and production

·        Experience debugging mechanical systems and root-causing failures in real-world conditions

·        Familiarity with vibration, shock, and thermal considerations in dynamic systems

·        Experience working with vendors, suppliers, or contract manufacturers

The ideal candidate would also have experience with the following (“nice to have”):

·        Experience with drone, UAV, aerospace, or robotics systems

·        Familiarity with FPV hardware (frames, mounts, propulsion integration)

·        Experience with composites and carbon fiber structural design

·        Knowledge of motors, propulsion systems, or rotating machinery

·        Experience designing vibration-sensitive or high-performance systems

·        Prior experience supporting production scaling or field reliability

·        Experience designing test fixtures, jigs, or validation setups

·        Exposure to cross-disciplinary systems (electronics integration, embedded systems)

·        Hands-on building experience (RC aircraft, drones, robotics projects, etc.)

·        FPV flight experience or strong interest in drone systems

Personal Skills/Abilities:

·        Comfortable working in a fast-paced, iterative hardware development environment

·        Compelling work ethic and attitudinal awareness around “getting the job done right”

·        Strong problem-solving skills and ability to iterate quickly on hardware

·        Ability to collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and firmware teams

·        Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·        Strong aptitude for root cause analysis and troubleshooting

·        Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Education and Experience:

·        Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent practical experience)

·        2+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical or hardware engineering

Requirements

Personal Skills/Abilities:

·        Comfortable working in a fast-paced, iterative hardware development environment

·        Compelling work ethic and attitudinal awareness around “getting the job done right”

·        Strong problem-solving skills and ability to iterate quickly on hardware

·        Ability to collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and firmware teams

·        Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·        Strong aptitude for root cause analysis and troubleshooting

·        Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Education and Experience:

·        Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent practical experience)

·        2+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical or hardware engineering

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance. Basic Life, Additional Life and AD&D Insurance. Company paid STD & LTD. 401(k). PTO