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Job Description
We are looking for a talented mechanical engineer to help propel a fast-moving and high performing development team to the next level. This position would involve collaborating with a team to develop hardware on production and R&D projects.
This role will be based at our HQ in Waterloo, WI.
Technical Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with 5+ years of experience in product development.
- Experience with designing consumer electronics products (e.g., enclosures, displays, connectors, buttons, and small mechanisms).
- Experience in multiple project cycles from design through production.
- Understanding of how to design plastic components with considerations of manufacturing process constraints, resin property differences, sealing, and fastening.
- Familiarity with materials selection and manufacturing methods related to designs using metal components.
- Experience using CAD modeling software (preferably On Shape or SolidWorks) to create 3D models and 2D engineering drawings, including the ability to understand and apply GD&T methodology.
- Skilled in structural analysis, DFMEA, test plan creation, root cause analysis
- Prototype and test components using both rapid prototyping and production-intent methods.
- Manage documentation and revisions through the duration of the project using a PLM system.
- Ability to take on multiple projects with the appropriate level of delegation and time management.
Other Required Skills:
- Proactively seeks out innovative solutions along with research and development opportunities.
- Communicates well within the cross functional teams at Trek.
- Developing design best practices within the department.
- Strong passion for continuous improvement to product, processes, and yourself
- Willingness to develop strong working relationships and communication with an international team.
Other Skills of Interest:
- Experience with design analysis using FEA.
- Optics design
- Capable with bike assembly.
- System-level engineering experience, including integration of mechanical components with motors, batteries, sensors, controllers, and wiring harnesses.
- Experience working with and communicating with suppliers in Asia.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance (e.g., UL, EN, RoHS).
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in related field of study
Trek Benefits:
• Flexible and fun company culture
• Competitive health care
• PPO & HDHP medical plan options, Dental insurance, Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Free life insurance & optional term life insurance
• Competitive vacation package
• 401(k) with match and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP)
• 12 weeks of maternity leave with 100% pay
• Flexible holiday schedule – 10 company holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $15,000! (Undergraduate & Masters programs)
• Employee discounts on all product
• Deep partner retail discounts
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. Trek strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field
- 5+ years of product development experience
- Experience designing consumer electronics products (enclosures, displays, connectors, buttons, small mechanisms)
- Experience managing multiple project cycles from design through production
- Design plastic components with manufacturing constraints, resin differences, sealing, and fastening considerations
- Familiarity with materials selection and manufacturing methods for metal components
- Experience using CAD modeling software to create 3D models and 2D engineering drawings (preferably Onshape or SolidWorks); ability to understand and apply GD&T
- Skilled in structural analysis, DFMEA, test plan creation, and root cause analysis
- Prototype and test components using rapid prototyping and production-intent methods
- Manage documentation and revisions throughout projects using a PLM system
- Ability to take on multiple projects with appropriate delegation and time management
- Proactively seek innovative solutions and R&D opportunities
- Communicate effectively within cross-functional and international teams
- Develop and implement design best practices within the department
- Demonstrate continuous improvement mindset for products, processes, and personal development
- Willingness to build strong working relationships and communicate with international teams
- Experience with design analysis using FEA
- Optics design experience
- Capable with bike assembly
- System-level engineering experience integrating mechanical components with motors, batteries, sensors, controllers, and wiring harnesses
- Experience working with and communicating with suppliers in Asia
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance (e.g., UL, EN, RoHS)
Trek Bicycle Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Trek Bicycle and has not been reviewed or approved by Trek Bicycle.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage extends to employees working 20+ hours, with medical, dental, vision, PPO/HDHP options, FSAs, and access to on-site or virtual wellness resources. Feedback suggests these offerings are considered robust, with amenities like an on-site clinic, gym, counseling, and wellness initiatives complementing core coverage.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) match (reported up to 6%) and an Employee Stock Ownership Program after one year provide meaningful long-term financial support. Profit sharing and stock bonuses are also described as part of the package.
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Parental & Family Support — Full-time retail roles include 12 weeks of fully paid maternity leave alongside paid holidays and vacation time. Feedback suggests these leave policies support work-life balance and family needs.
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