Mechanical Engineer

Picarro, Inc • Santa Clara, CA

1d • $95,000 - $110,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We seek a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and commercialization of next-generation analytical instruments and supporting hardware. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver who combines strong mechanical design skills with creativity, technical precision, and the ability to collaborate across engineering disciplines. You will work closely with other mechanical, electrical, systems, and manufacturing engineers to develop innovative solutions for precision gas analyzers, sample-handling components, and mobile measurement platforms. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of mechanical subsystems from concept through production while contributing to meaningful work that advances environmental, industrial, and scientific measurement technologies.

Requirements

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (M.S. preferred)
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for mechanical modeling and drawing generation
• Strong knowledge in material selection for component design
• Experience designing components for industrial or scientific instrumentation
• Working knowledge of thermal management, fluid/gas flow, and pressure stability principles
• Familiarity with FEA modeling, ergonomic/industrial design, and tolerance analysis (GD&T)
• Understanding of product development processes and best practices in mechanical design
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams

Nice To Haves

• Background in gas handling, precision machining, or instrument packaging
• Familiarity with usage of inert plastics and coatings
• Familiarity with rapid prototyping techniques and laboratory instrumentation
• Working knowledge of RF and EMI protection in packaging design
• Exposure to instrumentation for analytical chemistry, spectroscopy, or environmental sensing
• Experience supporting transition from engineering to manufacturing in a regulated production environment

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and refine mechanical assemblies and subsystems for advanced analytical instrumentation
• Collaborate with electrical, optical, and systems engineering teams to ensure mechanical designs meet performance, manufacturability, and reliability targets
• Generate detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks with a focus on DfX principles (Design for Manufacturing, Assembly, Serviceability, and Reliability)
• Support product development through all phases, from concept and prototyping to production release, following the company’s New Product Introduction (NPI) process.
• Conduct design reviews, tolerance analyses, and performance validation to ensure robustness and compliance with product specifications
• Contribute to rapid prototyping and mechanical testing in collaboration with scientists and manufacturing engineers
• Participate in thermal, flow, and structural analyses (using FEA and CFD tools where applicable)
• Work with manufacturing and supply chain teams to transition designs into scalable production
• Maintain thorough documentation of designs, test results, and design changes in accordance with ISO/IEC standards
• Collaborate closely with external vendors to ensure optimal manufacturing processes

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) plans
• Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• 401K
• Social events (summer picnic, holiday party, team lunches, etc.)
• On-site Health & Wellness programs (fitness challenges, outdoor bootcamp, flu-shots, etc.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees