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Senior Mechanical Designer – Target Area

Senior Mechanical Designer – Target Area

CompanyPacific Fusion
LocationFremont, CA, USA
Salary$55 – $62.5
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required
  • 5+ years of work experience in mechanical engineering and design
  • Advanced knowledge of CAD software, such as Creo
  • Experience in the application of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and/or Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
  • Proven track record of developing and launching successful mechanical designs
  • Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and guide junior engineers
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and DFM (Design for Manufacturability)
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with a strong attention to detail
  • Experience in hands-on engineering design, rapid iteration, and creative problem solving in a laboratory setting
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop innovative mechanical designs for complex engineering problems while adhering to ambitious timelines
  • Lead the implementation of design changes and improvements across our systems
  • Work closely with vendors and manufacturers to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and manufacturable
  • Conduct design reviews and provide critical feedback to improve system performance and reliability
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (including electrical, software, and manufacturing engineers) to integrate system-level designs
  • Oversee the creation of detailed design documentation and specifications
  • Stay current with industry trends and advancements in mechanical design and manufacturing technologies
  • Participate in risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies

Preferred Qualifications

  • A Master’s Degree or PhD is a plus