Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Simplexity Product Development • Seattle, WA

5d • $140,000 - $160,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Simplexity is a product development engineering firm that simplifies complex designs and production for leading technology companies. They focus on reducing product cost and improving reliability through their Product Development Process. Simplexity works on a variety of projects including robotics, IoT, medical devices, consumer wearables, and automation. The company fosters a collaborative team environment where employees can build exciting products and delight customers, while also emphasizing work-life balance with a typical 40-45 hour work week. They offer meaningful engineering work, technical growth, and the opportunity to be on the front line of product development. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive on variety and want to work with talented engineers on cutting-edge products.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited four-year university.
• 8+ years of relevant professional engineering experience.
• Proficient knowledge of SolidWorks (highly preferred) or equivalent CAD package.
• Thorough understanding of 2D drawings, with a preference for strength in GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and how it is applied to design and manufacturing.
• Demonstrable knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical design considerations – injection molding, sheet metal, machining, rapid prototyping, etc.
• Demonstrable knowledge of assembly and alignment methods - screw joints, snap fits, dowel pins, heat-staking, etc.
• Ability to identify and root-cause system-level defects.
• Experience in design and integration of complex systems working closely with cross-functional disciplines (electrical, firmware, software, and systems engineers).
• Excellent organization and analytical skills combined with attention to detail. Ability to prioritize and plan effectively.
• Highly motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate clearly and write detailed reports.
• Have a positive attitude and focus on client success.
• Ethical and honest in every part of the job.

Nice To Haves

• In-depth fluids analysis and fluidic handling experience, including microfluidic system design
• Experience specifically related to product development consulting for clients
• Experience using a CAD PDM system to manage CAD files
• Robotics, instrumentation, and test equipment design experience.
• Experience with mechatronics and electro-mechanical systems including stepper and DC motors, solenoids, gear and belt drive systems, linear actuators, bearings, sensors, and electronics.
• Programming experience
• Pneumatic and/or hydraulic system design experience
• Prior experience with medical devices and working within a medical quality system
• Finite Element Analysis, Computation Flow Dynamics, or experience in other simulation packages

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and integrate intricate mechanical systems.
• Efficiently represent concepts for your designs using block diagrams, rough CAD/schematics, sketches, etc.
• Solve problems and design solutions that incorporate custom (injection-molded, machined, 3D-printed, and sheet metal), semi-custom, and off-the-shelf parts.
• Perform paper-studies using various mechanical engineering academic principles, such as force and energy balances, structural calculations, mechanical vibration, tolerance analysis, mechanical power transmission, etc.
• Manage large 3D CAD assemblies of many components.
• Generate and maintain an organized bill of materials.
• Create 2D drawings using ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards.
• Quickly and effectively prototype design concepts, test specifications, and iterate on the design.
• Lead and mentor more junior engineers.
• Work collaboratively with other engineers of various disciplines.
• Identify appropriate manufacturing methods for prototyping and production. Design components appropriately for those manufacturing methods.
• Manage, organize, and prioritize technical issues on your designs and drive toward resolution.
• Work closely and communicate regularly with clients and project management to keep stakeholders apprised of project status, issues, design decisions, and risks.
• Coordinate with external partners in areas like industrial design and contract manufacturing.
• Support working on-site in the Seattle Metro area.
• As-needed - conduct or inform simulations such as structural FEA, thermal FEA, CFD, etc.

Benefits

• Base salary range: $140K - $160K, depending on years of experience and skill sets
• Excellent Healthcare plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision) fully paid for by the company for the employee; partial payment for dependents
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Long-term and short-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance
• Paid maternity/new parent leave
• 11 Paid holidays
• 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) per year, increasing after 2, 5, and 9 years of service

What This Job Offers

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