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POSITION: Mechanical Design Engineer

Who We Are:

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you. The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills

What you will do:

• Lead the mechanical design for a particular component, feature, or system while having end-to-end product development understanding.
• Contribute to mechanical solutions as part of a highly cross-functional team, working closely with electrical engineering, industrial design, operations, and firmware teams.
• Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings for enclosures, internal structures, and components using CAD software (e.g., Creo, UG NX).
• Model, and iteratively refine prototypes and characterization test systems to validate design concepts and performance goals.
• Build and test prototypes to analyze performance, reliability, and durability under various conditions.
• Optimize space constraints, ensuring tight integration of mechanical parts with electrical components
• Work across the full product development cycle, from concept to ship.
• Research and evaluate materials (plastics, metals, composites) and manufacturing processes such as injection molding, CNC machining, or die-casting, to come up with innovative solutions and approaches for next gen products.
• Collaborate and manage work with Asia-based Supply Chain partners to ensure manufacturability, quality, and cost targets are met.
• Troubleshoot assembly, manufacturing, and system level issues throughout the product lifecycle.

What You Will Bring:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of industry experience in mechanical design.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Creo, SolidWorks, UGNX).
• Deep understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), DFM (Design for Manufacturability), and DFA (Design for Assembly).
• Experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), statistical tolerance analysis techniques, functional dimensioning, geometric tolerancing, and 3D/2D CAD proficiency (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, NX).
• Working knowledge in material properties, such as plastics, metal, adhesive, glass, etc., and selection for consumer products.
• Testing and analysis experience (FEA, Simulation, Design of Experiments, etc.).
• Experience with FEA (Finite Element Analysis) for structural, thermal, or drop testing.
• Hands-on experience and thorough understanding of high-volume manufacturing techniques (stamping, machining, injection molding, casting, etc.).
• Prior experience in consumer electronics or high-volume precision manufacturing.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of product design and development experience of handheld and/or wearable electronics for high volume manufacturing, including full systems ownership.
• MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience designing handheld and wearable electronics for high volume manufacturing.
• Experience with NX CAD software.
• Experience with products cosmetic surface treatments and interfacing with industrial design teams.
• Experience designing for human factors and ergon

Pay Range: $100,000-$130,000

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements:

This role is considered an on-site position located in Sunnyvale, CA

You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.  

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Employer paid Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability