Mechanical Engineer

Seek Thermal, Inc • Goleta, CA

106d

About The Position

The Senior Lead Mechanical Engineer will serve as a technical leader of mechanical design for next-generation thermal imaging products. This role requires deep technical expertise, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to guide a team through the entire product lifecycle, from early concept to volume manufacturing. You will collaborate with electrical, optical, firmware, and manufacturing teams to deliver rugged, high-performance, and manufacturable products, while setting best practices and mentoring the mechanical engineering team. The Senior Lead Mechanical Engineer will report directly to the VP of Engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical design for complex electromechanical or optoelectronic systems.
• Expertise in mechanical design using SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD tools and simulation tools (FEA).
• Deep understanding of high-volume plastic injection molding and cast metal part fabrication.
• Deep experience with thermal management, environmental sealing, and ruggedized enclosures.
• Strong background in precision mechanisms, DFM/DFA, and volume production processes.
• Familiarity with IP-rated designs and environmental testing (shock, vibration, thermal cycling).
• Knowledge of optical sensor packaging and EMI/thermal isolation strategies.
• Excellent collaboration, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Track record of mentoring and leading mechanical teams.
• Shape the mechanical design of industry-leading thermal imaging products.
• Lead cross-disciplinary innovation at the intersection of optics, electronics, and AI.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design architecture for multiple thermal imaging products and platforms.
• Define mechanical design strategies that optimize performance, manufacturability, and cost.
• Oversee complex tolerance, stress, thermal, and modal analyses.
• Drive design from concept to production, including prototyping, EV/DV/PV Test phases, and launch.
• Lead critical design and cross-functional reviews to ensure alignment across disciplines.
• Manage schedules, risks, and trade-offs for mechanical deliverables.
• Implement advanced mechanical solutions for ruggedized, high-precision, and thermally constrained systems.
• Champion DFM/DFA practices and ensure smooth transition to high-volume manufacturing.
• Provide technical mentorship and career development for mechanical engineers.
• Establish and enforce engineering best practices, design standards, and documentation rigor.
• Partner with optics, electronics, and industrial design teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Engage with suppliers for material selection, process validation, and tooling optimization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree