Mechanical Engineer – NPI (System-Level Products)
- San Jose, CA, United States
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Job details
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and NPI for system-level or electromechanical products.
- Posting language
- English
Original job description
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to support the development and launch of complex system-level products from concept through high-volume manufacturing. This role will drive mechanical design, prototyping, product validation, and manufacturing transfer while working closely with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead mechanical design and development of system-level products.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities including prototyping, qualification, pilot builds, and production ramp.
- Apply DFM/DFA principles to improve manufacturability, quality, and cost.
- Develop CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and engineering documentation.
- Collaborate with Electrical, Optical, Systems, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.
- Drive root cause analysis and resolution of product and manufacturing issues.
- Work with suppliers and contract manufacturers to support production readiness and volume manufacturing.
- Support ECOs, design reviews, and product lifecycle management.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and NPI for system-level or electromechanical products.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, NX, or equivalent).
- Strong understanding of DFM, DFA, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience with prototype builds, product validation, and manufacturing transfer.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with semiconductor equipment, optical/photonics products, robotics, automation systems, or precision electromechanical assemblies.
- Familiarity with PLM, ERP, and change control processes.
- Lean, Six Sigma, or PMP certification a plus.
Join us to help bring innovative products from concept to production while working with a talented, cross-functional engineering team.
More about this job
Skills
- Documentation
- Supply chain management
- Root cause analysis
- Mechanical engineering
- Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
- PTC Creo
- Siemens NX
- Manufacturing processes
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Project management
- Photonics
- Robotics
- PLM
- ERP
- Lean manufacturing
- PMP