Mechanical Validation Engineer

Quest Global•Sunnyvale, CA

23h•$110,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you. The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
3+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical validation or testing, preferably in consumer electronics or wearables.
Strong knowledge of mechanical test methods (drop, shock, vibration, thermal, humidity, IP, etc.).
Experience with test equipment, data acquisition systems, and failure analysis.
Familiarity with product development cycles (proto to PVT) and cross-functional project execution.
Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience with risk management and process improvement.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute detailed mechanical validation test plans for wearables, covering different areas of lifecycle testing.
Define validation scope, objectives, and deliverables for each product phase (from prototype to production).
Set up and maintain test fixtures, equipment, and prototype devices for validation activities.
Work with design, hardware, and manufacturing teams to align on validation requirements and schedules.
Participate in design reviews, provide feedback on mechanical robustness, and suggest design improvements based on test results.
Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to identify failure modes and root causes.
Document and communicate test results, issues, and recommendations to stakeholders.
Maintain comprehensive validation documentation and dashboards (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).
Drive resolution of mechanical issues by collaborating with engineering teams during validation phases.
Proactively unblock teams and adjust focus areas to ensure timely issue closure.
Contribute to process improvements in validation methodologies, test automation, and lab infrastructure.
Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies in mechanical validation for wearables.