Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer at Eden Capital Careers Mechanical Design Engineer at Eden Capital Careers in Emeryville, California Posted in 7 minutes ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

About the Company 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. About the Role This position is located onsite in Leander, TX, United States. Compensation is approximately $150,000, depending on experience, expertise, and demonstrated performance. 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 The mechanical integrity, performance, and manufacturability of your designs Components, mechanisms, and structures from concept ? production Iteration speed without sacrificing reliability or safety Getting parts built, assembled, tested, and validated-no handoffs If it touches metal, motion, load paths or force, you're accountable Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, or a related discipline 5+ years of professional experience in mechanical design or hardware engineering Self-starter, capable of performing tasks as an individual as well as working well in a team. Servant-leader mentality, extreme ownership, willing to participate in different and rapidly changing projects in a dynamic environment. Bias for action.

ITAR REQUIREMENT

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Required Skills 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 Skills 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 Pay range and compensation package

Compensation:

Approximately $150,000, depending on experience, expertise, and demonstrated performance. Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.