Senior Mechanical Engineer - Hardware Team

Sawstop•Tualatin, OR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

SawStop, the world leader in power tool safety, is looking for driven, passionate engineers to join our growing engineering team. Our engineers develop world class products that improve the lives of users by preventing devastating and life-changing table saw injuries. Experience this incredible innovation firsthand by joining our dedicated team of highly talented engineers. We offer a fun, fast-paced environment that supports practical innovation – creating new products that are meaningful for our customers. You'll be able to immediately make meaningful contributions to our next generation of products. Teamwork and collaboration are second nature at SawStop, and we thrive working side-by-side with subject matter experts on safety system designs, electrical motor controls, and other new concepts for improved systems and completely different tools. Join our team and make a difference in the success of SawStop and the lives of thousands of users.

Requirements

Candidates must show a hands-on passion for their work and be able to communicate their ideas and concepts both verbally and visually.
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar
8+ years of demonstrated experience in product design
Demonstrated experience as a creative out of the box thinker who can quickly ideate and determine concept feasibility
Ability to think creatively to develop and implement ideas to solve complex problems
Experience designing for a variety of manufacturing processes and materials (e.g., injection molded plastic, sheet metal stamping, die cast aluminum, cast iron, and machining)
3D CAD software experience (SolidWorks preferred)
Statistical analysis software experience
Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate across functional groups and diverse audiences
Hands on practical skills – ability to use basic shop tools, equipment, and measurement tools to build and test mockups and prototypes
Proven ability to take a product concept from a sketch to a realized system
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Mechatronics Engineering or similar
Experience with simulation software (e.g., ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation, NASTRAN)
Experience creating simulations based on first-principles
Green belt in DFLSS or other statistical processing techniques
Experience with the Systems V-model to define, design, and validate a design
Experience working with offshore manufacturing companies
Experience performing 3D CAD design simulation (e.g., Finite Element Analysis)
Prototyping and machine tool operation experience (e.g., milling machine, lathe, drill press, welding)

Responsibilities

Explore new product ideas and develop technology platforms that support the SawStop mission.
Identify and initiate investigations of production technologies.
Prototype and test solutions for product features.
Design and validate production designs that deliver an exceptional user experience.
Use engineering principles to analyze designs and progress toward proof-of-concept models.
Create and use validated simulations to increase the number of designs that can be explored, increase the likelihood proofs of concept meet requirements, and optimize concepts.
Using both rapid prototyping and traditional fabrication techniques, create functional prototypes to evaluate new concepts.
Work closely with cross functional team members, complete designs, develop and execute verification plans, and communicate results.
Research new concepts related to AIM technology.
Discover and verify engineering principles behind technology.
Leverage simulation tools, like ANSYS and custom-created scripts to explore bounding physics of various architecture options.
Communicate physics to others.
Develop technology platforms.
Ensure proposed technologies can be manufactured and scaled to anticipated volumes.
Apply technology to next generation woodworking tools and accessories.
Optimize Active Injury Mitigation technology to support future product roadmap.
Develop proof of concept equipment to demonstrate technology concepts in potential products.
Develop product concepts / designs for project Board approval.
Create 3D CAD models and prototypes for proof-of-concept designs.
Translate Marketing requirements into Engineering specifications.
Achieve technical maturity needed for inclusion in the product roadmap.
Assess boundary conditions of solutions.
Root cause analysis of issues to provide data driven resolution to problems.
Create 3D CAD models and detailed drawings for components/assemblies within SolidWorks, conducting tolerance analysis and utilizing GD&T as appropriate.
Clearly and effectively communicate to internal and external team members and stakeholders.

Benefits

Employee-Centered Medical Plan – 95% paid for the employee and eligible dependents.
Available Health Savings Plan
Available Flexible Saving Account - Health Care/Dependent Care
100% Paid Dental
100% Paid Vision
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Mental Health and Wellness Resource
Employee Assistance Program
401k Retirement Plans with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Tutoring Support for Team Member's Kids (Grades K-12)
Competitive Compensation Package
Opportunities for Professional Development
Job-Related Education Assistance Program