Principal Mechanical Engineer- Video Collaboration

Logitech • San Jose, CA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Logitech is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to serve as a senior technical leader and decision-maker within the Video Collaboration product development team. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on driving architecture decisions, resolving complex cross-functional challenges, and partnering with regional engineering leadership to deliver world-class products. The role involves working across the full product lifecycle, from concept to mass production, in close collaboration with Industrial Design, Product Management, Operations, and the Taiwan-based engineering team. The ideal candidate will possess a systems-level perspective, the ability to make tough trade-off decisions, align cross-functional teams, and drive projects to resolution, taking ownership of complex challenges.

Requirements

• 8-12+ years of mechanical engineering experience in high-volume electronics product development.
• Demonstrated ability to operate at the system/architecture level, not just component design.
• Understanding of how mechanical, thermal, optical, electrical, and acoustic subsystems interact.
• Track record of making decisions and driving cross-functional alignment in ambiguous situations.
• Deep familiarity with plastics, metals, and fabric design, including injection molding, tooling, die casting, sheet metal, and cosmetic finishing processes.
• Working knowledge of mechanism design (hinges, actuators, PTZ systems, or similar precision mechanisms).
• Experience working directly with Asia-based (Taiwan, China) contract manufacturers and suppliers through development and production.
• Familiarity with adjacent disciplines (EE, thermal, optical) to have productive conversations.
• Proficiency with Pro/E (Creo), SolidWorks, or equivalent 3D CAD (ability to dive in when needed).
• Strong communication skills: ability to explain complex technical trade-offs to non-technical stakeholders and advocate effectively for the team's position.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Nice To Haves

• A master's degree is a plus.
• Experience with thermal management in constrained enclosures (passive cooling, heat pipes, thermal interface materials).
• Experience with optical system integration (lens assemblies, image sensor mounting, optical alignment).
• Background in video conferencing, cameras, audio products, or similar AV devices.
• Experience mentoring or leading engineering teams, even without direct reports.
• Mandarin language skills (helpful but not required).

Responsibilities

• Drive mechanical architecture decisions for complex, highly integrated products, balancing thermal, optical, acoustic, and structural requirements against cost, schedule, and manufacturability.
• Partner with regional engineering leadership to drive execution and elevate overall mechanical engineering capability.
• Own system-level problem solving, identifying issues early, driving root cause analysis, and making crisp decisions to keep programs moving forward.
• Collaborate directly with Industrial Design and Product Management to translate product vision into manufacturable mechanical solutions.
• Work hands-on with Asia-based manufacturing partners and suppliers on DFM/DFT, tooling development, pilot builds, and production ramp.
• Bridge time zones and cultures, communicating effectively across US and Asia teams, building relationships, and driving alignment.
• Provide technical guidance across mechanical, thermal, and optical domains, asking the right questions and guiding the team.
• Represent mechanical engineering in cross-functional forums, including phase gates, design reviews, and executive updates with clarity and confidence.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits packages
• Working environments designed to be flexible
• Support for physical, financial, emotional, intellectual, and social wellbeing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal