Product Design Engineer

Snap • Santa Monica, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat , a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio , an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles . We’re looking for a Product Design Engineer to join the Spectacles team at Snap Inc!

Requirements

• Strong engineering fundamentals, including wide knowledge of materials and manufacturing methods.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD and 2D documentation.
• Technical background in product design, mechanical architecture, tolerance analysis, design for manufacturing, and structural analysis.
• Strong communication skills -- written, verbal, and presentations.
• Ability to clearly show your ideas to peers and leadership.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of relevant industry experience.

Nice To Haves

• MS in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Experience with consumer electronics.
• Experience with mechanical design of plastic and metal components, printed circuit boards (PCB), and flexible printed circuits (FPC).
• Experience with overseas manufacturing.
• Experience with Nx CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and analyze exciting new products and components from concept to mass production.
• Collaborate with industrial design, operations, and cross-functional engineering teams.
• Conduct failure analysis and implement corrective actions for design improvements.
• Support development builds onsite at external component suppliers and contract manufacturers.
• Create detailed design models and documentation for production.
• Develop and conduct technical experiments to select designs, materials, and technologies.
• Lead and contribute to technical design reviews.
• Travel internationally up to 20%

Benefits

• Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back!
• We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms.
• Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees