Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Sunnyvale, CA (100% On-site)

Experience: 2 4 Years

Duration: 12+ Months contract

Work Authorization: U.S. Citizen or Green Card only

Role Overview

This role focuses on designing and developing precision mechanical systems used for test and calibration of advanced optical and vision-based products. The work supports manufacturing and new product introduction for high-performance imaging systems such as optical assemblies, vision modules, and display-related hardware. The position is hands-on, highly collaborative, and rooted in real-world manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical assemblies and subsystems for test and calibration equipment
• Create detailed 3D models, drawings, and assemblies using SolidWorks
• Support development of opto-mechanical fixtures, alignment tools, and precision mechanisms
• Collaborate closely with product design, test software, process engineering, and manufacturing teams
• Translate product requirements into reliable, manufacturable equipment designs
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation including specifications, BOMs, assembly procedures, and maintenance guides
• Participate in design reviews, tolerance analysis, and failure investigations
• Improve equipment performance related to accuracy, repeatability, reliability, and throughput
• Support prototype builds, debugging, and validation testing in lab and factory environments
• Assist with transition of equipment designs from development to production
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 2 4 years of hands-on experience in mechanical or equipment design
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks for part and assembly design
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Opto-Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline
• Experience designing equipment for medium to high-volume manufacturing environments
• Exposure to precision mechanical or opto-mechanical systems
• Experience supporting new product development and production ramp activities
• Strong documentation skills, including engineering specs, assembly instructions, and maintenance documentation
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Background in optical, imaging, or vision-based systems
• Experience with tolerance stack-ups, GD&T, and precision alignment mechanisms
• Familiarity with test equipment development or calibration systems
• Hands-on experience working in manufacturing or production support settings
  
  

Work Environment

• 100% on-site role in a lab and manufacturing-focused setting
• Fast-paced, engineering-driven environment with close cross-functional collaboration
• Direct involvement from concept design through deployment and production support