Associate Mechanical Engineer

Seek Thermal, Inc•Goleta, CA

7d•$85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Seek Thermal is seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer to support the design, build, test, and validation of mechanical packaging solutions for their thermal imaging consumer products. This role involves close collaboration with engineering and production staff throughout the product development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will possess strong 3D CAD skills, experience designing mechanical assemblies, and familiarity with designing parts for various manufacturing methods. The company operates in a rapid-paced environment and is open to candidates with varying levels of work experience. The Associate Mechanical Engineer will report to the Senior Mechanical Engineer.

Requirements

Bachelors of Science degree (BS) in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
0-2 years professional engineering experience (extensive work experience can substitute for degree requirements in unique cases).
Strong knowledge of mechanical design and 3D CAD with Solidworks.
Knowledge and capability with machining, hand tools, 3D Printing, and dimensional inspection including GD&T.
Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing methods such as stamping, casting, and injection molding.
Ability to communicate technical proposals and effectively manage assigned tasks and meet deadlines.
Ability to build strong relationships and effectively partner with others.
Ability to multi-task in a rapid paced environment.
Ability to perform technical tradeoff studies and document design recommendations.
Strong understanding and appreciation of proper documentation practices.
Strong communication abilities, both verbally and written.
Strong Computer Skills: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to infrared systems, analysis, measurements, and testing.

Responsibilities

Support the design of mechanical packaging solutions for electro-optical products, requiring knowledge of standard material types, fabrication methods, and certification standards for consumer electronic devices.
Evaluate alternative design concepts through analysis, modeling, competitive benchmarking, and technical trade-off studies.
Develop test plans and methodologies to verify performance against requirements under supervision.
Prepare product documentation for new product introduction.
Document project decisions and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Support communication with outside vendors for design work, including Design for Manufacturability (DFM) with suppliers to improve cost and quality.
Design mechanical fixtures for manufacturing, testing, and other design-related activities.
Provide sustaining support for existing product lines and recommend design changes.
Work with the Operations department to ensure optimal manufacturability.
Work within Seek's ISO Certification and QMS conformance.