Contract Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Simplifying the Complex. Simplexity is a product development engineering firm, hired by leading technology companies to design their next generation products. In an industry of overly-complex design and production, we strive for simplicity, reducing product cost and improving reliability for our clients through our Product Development Process.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you would be working with a team designing subsystems of various products, tools, and equipment. Specific technical responsibilities vary by project; however, it is imperative that you have command of all mechanical engineering fundamentals and understand how they are applied to simple, reliable design.

This position is ideal for someone who has a strong technical background, technical leadership experience, and has worked in product development. We are looking for someone who can get things done and can execute when there is a lot of ambiguity around requirements and priorities. In addition to product development experience and strong Mechanical Engineering fundamentals, specific areas of technical expertise include:

JOB DUTIES

• Work onsite, embedded with clients and engineers to deliver designs that meet client and project team objectives.
• 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.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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. 

 

PLUSES TO HAVE

Experience in any of the following areas is a strong plus:

• Robotics design experience using small actuators and general kinematics.
• Experience with mechatronics and electro-mechanical systems including stepper and DC motors, solenoids, gear and belt drive systems, linear actuators, bearings, sensors, and electronics. 
• Electronics packaging design, including structural FEA, thermal management, and space-constrained design.
• Test equipment design experience that includes capturing requirements and then designing and building test instruments to support testing of prototype hardware.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical design considerations for injection molding, sheet metal, machining, rapid prototyping
• Experience using a CAD PDM system to manage CAD files
• Finite Element Analysis, Computation Flow Dynamics, or experience in other simulation packages.

 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Two types of contractor roles will be considered:

W-2 contractor (employee of Simplexity):

• Hourly rate $70 - $90/hr , depending on experience
• 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 after 1,000 hours of service
• Long-term and short-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance  
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 days of paid-time-off (PTO) accrued each year

1099 contractors (have your own registered consulting/contracting business):

• Hourly rate $95 - $125/hr, depending on experience
• No benefits, holidays, or paid time off (PTO) included

No recruiters please. 

Job location is in the Seattle, WA metro region at a Simplexity client site. Initial ~6 month contract with expectation of multi-year engagement. 

Simplexity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.  

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