Mechanical Design & Development Engineer

Groupe SEB • Montebello, CA

57d • $100,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Mechanical Design & Development Engineer to join our R&D team focused on the development of advanced coffee machines and industrial automation systems. The ideal candidate will bring deep mechanical engineering expertise combined with practical knowledge of electromechanical systems, sensor integration, fluid dynamics, and manufacturing technologies such as injection molding and sheet metal design.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a role with equivalent experience within a fast-growing global organization.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or a related field, master's degree preferred.
• Key Skills: Flow dynamics, heat transfer. Working with electronic circuits, control theory and designing a control system. Project management, Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Core Competencies: Strong leadership and communication, Strategic thinking and planning, Strong organizational skills, Working collaboratively in a global team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and optimize mechanical systems for coffee and beverage machines, including fluid paths, heating modules, housing, and structural components.
• Select, integrate, and validate sensors (flow, temperature, pressure, level) and actuators in coordination with electrical/control engineers.
• Develop and optimize hydraulic and thermal subsystems for high-performance and energy-efficient operation.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams such as electrical, software, and industrial design teams to ensure functional and aesthetic integration of mechanical and electronic components.
• Lead and support design reviews, root cause analysis, and implementation of cost reduction initiatives.
• Support prototype builds, validation testing, and pre-production activities through hands-on involvement.

Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance - Generous Employer Contribution
• 401(K) Retirement Plan w/ up to a 9% employer contribution after 1st year of employment.
• On Site Gym
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Voluntary Benefits and Discount programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees