Sr. Engineer, Mechanical Design
Ayar Labs•San Jose, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
Ayar Labs is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to own the physical realization of their optoelectronics products, from concept through production. This engineer will be responsible for turning complex electrical and photonics systems into robust, manufacturable hardware, working closely with cross-functional teams and external partners. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving integration challenges, and likes seeing designs come to life on the factory floor.
Requirements
- BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 4+ years of experience in mechanical design for complex hardware systems
- Strong proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, NX) and GD&T
- Experience with precision assemblies involving optics, electronics, or thermal components
- Solid understanding of materials, tolerances, and manufacturing processes (CNC, injection molding, sheet metal, etc.)
- Experience working with CMs and taking products from prototype to production
- Comfortable working cross-functionally and resolving ambiguous integration challenges
- Hands-on mindset—willing to jump into builds, debug, and iterate quickly
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Optoelectronics product experience
- Experience with optical or photonics packaging
- Familiarity with thermal design and analysis
- Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments
- Prior startup or fast-paced product development experience
Responsibilities
- Own detailed mechanical design including 3D modeling, drawings, tolerancing, and documentation
- Drive mechanical integration of electrical, optical, and thermal subsystems into cohesive product designs
- Collaborate closely with EE, photonics, and systems teams to resolve cross-domain design challenges
- Work hands-on with contract manufacturers (CMs) to develop tooling, jigs, and fixtures for build and test
- Validate manufacturability (DFM/DFA) and drive design improvements for yield, cost, and reliability
- Support prototype builds, debug mechanical issues, and iterate quickly
- Define assembly processes and ensure designs are production-ready
- Manage ECOs, revisions, and release of mechanical documentation
Benefits
- Equal Opportunity Employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
