Mechanical Engineer (Teradyne, Agoura Hills, CA)
About The Position
Teradyne is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer for its centralized Mechanical Engineering organization, supporting advanced automatic test equipment (ATE) and emerging silicon photonics technologies. The role contributes to multidisciplinary programs involving mechanical design, thermal management, precision structures, optical integration, and system-level development. The engineer collaborates with electrical, optical, software, systems, and manufacturing engineers to develop solutions from concept through production. The position contributes to mechanical architecture development, resolves complex technical issues, supports engineering best practices, and mentors fellow engineers. It is an advanced engineering role requiring deep technical knowledge, cross-disciplinary contributions, and subject-matter expertise.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- At least 8 years of experience developing complex mechanical or electromechanical systems.
- Demonstrated experience contributing to the design and development of sophisticated products and systems.
- Strong mechanical design, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Experience working with evolving requirements and technical ambiguity.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
- Interest in mentoring and supporting the development of other engineers.
- Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to successful technical outcomes.
- Commitment to continuous learning and technical growth.
- Must be local to the position location; relocation is not provided.
- Position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
- Experience in semiconductor equipment, automated test equipment, silicon photonics, optics, precision instrumentation, or related advanced technology industries.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the development and implementation of mechanical architectures for advanced ATE and silicon photonics systems.
- Lead significant portions of complex product development efforts and provide technical guidance within assigned projects.
- Develop solutions involving thermal management, precision mechanical systems, packaging, and system integration.
- Perform engineering analysis, evaluate design tradeoffs, and help identify appropriate technical solutions.
- Support resolution of complex engineering challenges throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Collaborate across engineering disciplines to develop robust, manufacturable, and scalable products.
- Participate in design reviews and contribute to engineering standards, methodologies, and best practices.
- Mentor early-career engineers through coaching, technical reviews, and knowledge sharing.
- Support products from concept development through qualification and production release.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement savings plans
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Tuition assistance programs
- Discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
