Associate Mechanical Engineer

About the Role

The Associate Mechanical Engineer will support the design, build, test, and validation of mechanical packaging solutions for thermal imaging consumer products. This role involves close collaboration with engineering and production staff throughout all stages of product development. The position is within a rapid-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design of mechanical packaging solutions for electro-optical products, requiring knowledge of standard material types, fabrication methods, and certification standards for consumer electronic devices.
• Evaluate alternative design concepts through analysis, modeling, competitive benchmarking, and technical trade-off studies.
• Develop test plans and methodologies to verify performance against requirements.
• Prepare product documentation for new product introduction.
• Document project decisions and provide cross-functional team communication.
• Support communication with outside vendors for design work, including DFMs with suppliers for cost and quality improvements.
• Design mechanical fixtures for manufacturing, testing, and other design activities.
• Provide sustaining support for existing product lines, recommending design changes as appropriate.
• Work with the Operations department to ensure optimal manufacturability.
• Work within Seek’s ISO Certification and QMS conformance.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong knowledge of mechanical design and 3D CAD with Solidworks.
• Knowledge and capability with machining, hand tools, 3D Printing, and dimensional inspection including GD&T.
• Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing methods such as stamping, casting, and injection molding.
• Exposure to infrared systems, analysis, measurements, and testing.
• Strong computer skills: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree (BS) in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 0-2 years of professional engineering experience.
• In unique cases, extensive work experience can substitute for degree requirements.
• Ability to communicate technical proposals and effectively manage assigned tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to build strong relationships and effectively partner with others.
• Ability to multi-task in a rapid-paced environment.
• Ability to perform technical trade-off studies and document design recommendations.
• Strong understanding and appreciation of proper documentation practices.
• Strong communication abilities, both verbally and written.