Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer at Eden Capital Careers Mechanical Design Engineer at Eden Capital Careers in Leander, Texas Posted in 2 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Mechanical Systems Design Engineer Location:

Onsite -

Leander, TX, United States Compensation:

Approximately $150,000, depending on experience, expertise, and demonstrated performance Position Overview We are seeking a Mechanical Systems Design Engineer to design, build, test, and deliver mechanical systems that perform reliably in real-world conditions. This role involves full lifecycle ownership of hardware, from early prototypes through production-ready systems. The engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure mechanical components meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability requirements. Key Responsibilities Design mechanical components and assemblies, including performing calculations, tolerance analysis, and applying GD&T principles Create detailed technical drawings and documentation for manufacturing and assembly Ensure mechanical designs integrate effectively with broader system architecture and load conditions Design and integrate mechanisms such as linkages, gears, motors, actuators, and structural assemblies Develop prototypes and iterate rapidly using internal fabrication tools or external vendors Manage the process from CAD design to fabrication, installation, testing, and refinement Conduct real-world testing, identify failure modes, analyze results, and implement design improvements Perform basic engineering analysis including stress analysis, FEA, or other simulation tools when needed Develop designs that are scalable and manufacturable in production environments Collaborate with manufacturing teams and external vendors to ensure precision, quality, and repeatability Source materials and components and resolve procurement challenges to maintain development timelines Support system builds, troubleshooting, and integration activities as needed Required Skills & Experience Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, or a related discipline 5+ years of professional experience in mechanical design or hardware engineering Strong hands-on experience designing mechanical components and assemblies for real-world hardware systems Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, NX, or similar Solid understanding of GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and technical drawing standards Experience designing and integrating mechanisms such as linkages, gears, motors, or actuators Experience with rapid prototyping or fabrication methods such as CNC machining, sheet metal, or additive manufacturing Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently Preferred Experience Experience in aerospace, UAV, robotics, automotive, or other high-performance mechanical systems Experience designing hardware intended for production environments Experience supporting prototype builds, testing, and system integration