Research & Development Engineer
$93,400–$143,800 year
On-siteVancouver, Washington, United States or Corvallis, Oregon, United States
Job Summary
Design components, subsystems, and engineering solutions for mechanical, electrical, optical, and fluidic systems using CAD. Perform product layout, detailed part/assembly design, and manage technical interfaces between systems and subsystems. Plan and execute test and validation methods including form/fit/function, tolerances, shock, vibration, and thermal measurements. Own components from idea conception through prototyping to production-ready solutions, while supporting assembly tooling and process flows at internal labs and outsourced partner sites. Lead technical work direction, define metrics, assign tasks, and track milestones across internal teams and external ODM partners. Drive issue resolution and communicate status, risks, and mitigation plans to senior stakeholders. Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate designs and resolve technical challenges within a fast-paced, lean environment.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field with a proven record demonstrating product design and analysis capabilities)
- 4+ years of product development (or equivalent) experience
- Strong grasp of mechanical engineering principles
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to exercise independent judgment
- Experience designing electromechanical components, electronic enclosures, mechanical assemblies, structural elements, fluid systems, and/or optical components
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and joining technologies (e.g., injection molding, die casting, sheet metal, and related joining methods)
- Knowledge of mechanical properties of materials
- Mechanical and fluid systems analysis (e.g., tolerances, stress/strain, thermal calculations) using modeling tools
- Proficiency with CAD
- Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and high-volume manufacturing methods
- Design for reliability
- Knowledge of microfluidics, FAB processes, final assembly methods, and phase-gate product development processes
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external/ODM partners across organizations and geographies
- Willingness to travel as needed
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate technical concepts, tradeoffs, and status to partners and senior stakeholders
- Growth mindset, creativity, and comfort operating in a start-up-like environment within a larger organization
- Mentorship opportunities may be available depending on level and assignment
Desired Qualifications
- High proficiency with CoCreate/OneSpace Designer
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and joining technologies (e.g., injection molding, die casting, sheet metal, and related joining methods)
- Knowledge of mechanical properties of materials
- Mechanical and fluid systems analysis (e.g., tolerances, stress/strain, thermal calculations) using modeling tools
- Knowledge of microfluidics, FAB processes, final assembly methods, and phase-gate product development processes is highly valued (role-dependent)
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