Mechanical Engineer (NPI/Manufacturing)
About The Position
ANELLO Photonics is seeking a detail-oriented, hands-on Mechanical Engineer to drive new product development from prototype through scaled production. The role works closely with R&D and Engineering teams to develop assembly and test processes for electromechanical components and optical-based subassemblies used in IMU/INS navigation systems. Work includes improving onsite production and supporting the transfer of production to third-party contract manufacturers. The engineer will design and document products in early stages of the product life cycle and develop manufacturing test fixtures using custom and off-the-shelf hardware and software. The role also contributes to assembly and test development, coverage, execution, and documentation. The position is based onsite in Santa Clara, California. Applicants must be U.S. citizens due to U.S. Government contract requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in Manufacturing Product, Process, or NPI Engineering in a manufacturing environment.
- At least 3 years of mechanical product and/or fixture design experience to improve quality or manufacturing processes in R&D and manufacturing cycles.
- Ability to produce clear, high-quality documentation for internal and external personnel.
- Hands-on experience with assembly and test equipment and associated fixture design.
- Ability to work independently and as a strong team player; detail-oriented, organized, and hands-on.
- Solid understanding and experience with 3D CAD, specifically SolidWorks.
- Must be a U.S. citizen due to U.S. Government contract requirements.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support cross-functional engineering teams (electrical, mechanical, firmware, and optical) in new product development and drive design for manufacturing excellence.
- Participate in engineering project teams responsible for product specification, design, development, assembly, and testing of electromechanical hardware.
- Provide manufacturing input to mechanical design reviews and apply design-for-excellence practices, including DFC, DFQ, DFM, DFR, and DFT.
- Help provide training and mentorship to contract manufacturing personnel.
- Improve manufacturing operations and enhance efficiency, consistency, cost avoidance, and customer satisfaction.
- Approve and validate mechanical first articles.
- Assist with early prototype testing and troubleshooting; identify root causes of failures and drive corrective fixes with Engineering or the contract manufacturer.
- Work in accordance with established manufacturing processes and procedures.
- Develop manufacturing process and best-practice documentation.
- Design and document products in early product life-cycle stages and develop manufacturing test fixtures using custom and off-the-shelf hardware and software.
- Contribute to assembly and test development, test coverage, execution, and documentation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
