Mechnical Engineering, Sr Director Santa Ana, CA 92705 $120,000
- $150,000 a year
- Permanent, Full-time $120,000
- $150,000 a year
- Permanent, Full-time AWM is an industry leader building AI and computer-vision powered autonomous solutions for industrial supply, construction, and retail.
Our flagship frictionless environments combine cameras, sensors, and intelligent software to enable fast, unmanned checkout, accurate tracking, and real-world reliability. We are seeking a talented Senior Director of Mechanical Engineering to lead the design, development, and optimization of mechanical systems for our hardware which is a key part of our solutions. You will play an important role in personally designing, prototyping, and producing as well as working with others. This is a hands-on senior position ideal for an engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment where mechanical design directly impacts product performance in real-world settings. Primary Responsibilities Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and full systems for AWM solutions across the full lifecycle, including detailed 3D modeling/drawings/assemblies in SolidWorks, device prototyping, verification & validation (V&V) testing, and production tooling design & validation. Perform structural analysis, tolerance analysis, and FEA simulations to ensure reliability under varied environmental conditions. Select materials and manufacturing processes (e.g., sheet metal, injection molding, CNC, 3D printing) to optimize cost, durability, and production scale for both small
Build and test prototypes to validate designs and support iteration toward production-ready solutions. Conduct failure mode analysis, root cause investigations, and reliability testing as needed. Generate and maintain engineering artifacts and documentation, including fabrication drawings, design review files, design history files, and BOMs. Interface with vendors/suppliers to source and validate tools, fixtures, materials, and manufacturing processes. Identify and execute opportunities to reduce cost and improve quality across designs, builds, and production. Assist and mentor other engineers in designing and developing mechanical and electro-mechanical products and systems, and collaborate cross-functionally to integrate mechanical work with other aspects of the overall solution. Facilitate project-related meetings and kick-offs to align stakeholders and drive execution. Contribute to hardware roadmap planning and assist in maintaining the product roadmap and departmental organization. Own the organization and coordination of deliverables requiring fabrication or other mechanical engineering involvement to ensure deployments can be properly executed. Support miscellaneous technical or operational duties as needed to enable other AWM staff and broader company objectives. Qualifications Preferred but experience can substitute: bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering 7+ years of recent hands on experience performing hands on mechanical engineering work Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions that align with overall business goals. Excellent collaboration skills to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment. What We Offer Paid vacation and sick time Health benefits A dynamic and engaging environment where you can make an impact and gain exposure to the latest technologies Opportunity for growth 401k plan Potential for employee stock option plan participation $120,000
Pay:
$120,000.00
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Application Question(s): If offered employment, are you willing to undergo a background check that is conducted in accordance with applicable law? Will you require visa sponsorship now or in the future?
Experience:
Recent Mechanical Engineering:
7 years (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Santa Ana, CA 92705 (Required)
Work Location:
In person
