Mechanical Engineer

Location: Fremont, CA
Work Schedule: M-F 8 am-6 pm
Compensation: $110k-$160k DOE

Job Overview: 

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and improving mechanical systems and components. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting research, and utilizing engineering principles to develop innovative solutions. The successful candidate will contribute to the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and Development:

• Create detailed design specifications for mechanical components and systems.

• Utilize CAD software to develop 3D models and 2D drawings.

• Conduct feasibility studies and prototype testing to validate design concepts.

Analysis and Simulation:

• Perform stress analysis, thermal analysis, and other simulations to ensure the structural integrity and performance of mechanical designs.

• Optimize designs for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability.

• Perform and document in-house R&D experiments to validate solutions.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, industrial designers, and manufacturing specialists, to ensure seamless integration of mechanical components into overall product designs.

• Communicate effectively with team members, project managers, and stakeholders.

Research and Innovation:

• Stay updated on industry trends, materials, and technologies.

• Propose and implement innovative solutions to enhance product performance and functionality.

Prototyping and Testing:

• Oversee the fabrication of prototypes and conduct thorough testing to validate design specifications.

• Analyze test results and iterate on designs based on feedback.

Documentation:

• Create comprehensive documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and reports.

• Ensure all design documentation complies with relevant industry standards and regulations.

Cost Optimization:

• Work to optimize designs for cost efficiency without compromising quality and performance.

• Collaborate with procurement and manufacturing teams to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

• 3 – 5 years of experience

• Proven experience in mechanical design, analysis, and testing.

• Significant experience and strong proficiency with SolidWorks.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations.

• Experience with prototyping and testing methodologies.

• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations for manufacturing processes and materials (e.g., ANSI, SEMI, UHP).

• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) software.

• Knowledge of thermodynamics and fluid dynamics.

• Familiarity with mechatronics and control systems.

• Familiarity with gas delivery systems.

• Project management skills.

At Premier Talent Partners, we are a people-centered recruitment firm with a strong focus on skills-based hiring. We specialize in placing individuals in roles ranging from entry-level to VP level across various fields, including Customer Success, Sales & Marketing, Finance & Accounting, Administrative, HR, Operations, and Technology. Our expertise spans contract/temporary, temporary-to-permanent, permanent, and employer-of-record services, and we are committed to equitable & inclusive hiring practices on a national scale.


Benefits: Eligible employees may have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, and other company-sponsored programs, subject to eligibility requirements. (If this is a contract role: This position is not eligible for company-sponsored benefits unless otherwise required by law.)

If you have an interest in exploring other positions similar to this one, please note that compensation ranges and benefits offerings may vary by role and assignment.

We do consider applications from qualified candidates with prior arrests and conviction records, in accordance with applicable regulations.

Work authorization: At this time, we are unable to offer employment sponsorship.