Simplifying the Complex. Simplexity is a product development engineering firm, hired by leading technology companies to design their next generation products. In an industry of overly-complex design and production, we strive for simplicity, reducing product cost and improving reliability for our clients through our Product Development Process.
Why join Simplexity Product Development?
Simplexity works across a breadth of projects — from robotics and IoT to medical devices, consumer wearables, automation and more. You’ll roll up your sleeves and help solve difficult problems for demanding clients who expect excellence.
Our teams are tight, collaborative, and made up of folks who genuinely want to build something cool and delight our customers. Yet that doesn’t mean grinding for 60-hours per week, week-over-week. We believe that quality, creative work can usually be done in 40-45 hours per week and that each employee should own their work-life balance.
What we offer is meaningful engineering, technical growth, and the chance to be on the “front line” of product development. If you thrive on variety and want to work with talented engineers on cutting-edge products, then this could be the place for you.
POSTION DESCRIPTION
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you would be working with and leading teams designing subsystems of various products, tools, and equipment. We are seeking candidates to develop complex products that include robotics, mechanisms, biotech instrumentation as well as other components. Specific technical responsibilities vary by project; however, it is imperative that you have command of all mechanical engineering fundamentals and understand how they are applied to simple, reliable design.
This position is ideal for someone who has a strong technical background, technical leadership experience, and has worked in product development consulting. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, yet enjoy a casual and flexible work atmosphere, then Simplexity may be the place for you.
- Architect, design, and integrate intricate mechanical systems.
- Efficiently represent concepts for your designs using block diagrams, rough CAD/schematics, sketches, etc.
- Solve problems and design solutions that incorporate custom (injection-molded, machined, 3D-printed, and sheet metal), semi-custom, and off-the-shelf parts.
- Perform paper-studies using various mechanical engineering academic principles, such as force and energy balances, structural calculations, mechanical vibration, tolerance analysis, mechanical power transmission, etc.
- Manage large 3D CAD assemblies of many components.
- Generate and maintain an organized bill of materials.
- Create 2D drawings using ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards.
- Quickly and effectively prototype design concepts, test specifications, and iterate on the design.
- Lead and mentor more junior engineers.
- Work collaboratively with other engineers of various disciplines.
- Identify appropriate manufacturing methods for prototyping and production. Design components appropriately for those manufacturing methods.
- Manage, organize, and prioritize technical issues on your designs and drive toward resolution.
- Work closely and communicate regularly with clients and project management to keep stakeholders apprised of project status, issues, design decisions, and risks.
- Coordinate with external partners in areas like industrial design and contract manufacturing.
- Support working on-site in the Seattle Metro area.
- As-needed - conduct or inform simulations such as structural FEA, thermal FEA, CFD, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited four-year university.
- 8+ years of relevant professional engineering experience.
- Proficient knowledge of SolidWorks (highly preferred) or equivalent CAD package.
- Thorough understanding of 2D drawings, with a preference for strength in GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and how it is applied to design and manufacturing.
- Demonstrable knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical design considerations – injection molding, sheet metal, machining, rapid prototyping, etc.
- Demonstrable knowledge of assembly and alignment methods - screw joints, snap fits, dowel pins, heat-staking, etc.
- Ability to identify and root-cause system-level defects.
- Experience in design and integration of complex systems working closely with cross-functional disciplines (electrical, firmware, software, and systems engineers).
- Excellent organization and analytical skills combined with attention to detail. Ability to prioritize and plan effectively.
- Highly motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to communicate clearly and write detailed reports.
- Have a positive attitude and focus on client success.
- Ethical and honest in every part of the job.
PLUSES TO HAVE
- In-depth fluids analysis and fluidic handling experience, including microfluidic system design
- Experience specifically related to product development consulting for clients
- Experience using a CAD PDM system to manage CAD files
- Robotics, instrumentation, and test equipment design experience.
- Experience with mechatronics and electro-mechanical systems including stepper and DC motors, solenoids, gear and belt drive systems, linear actuators, bearings, sensors, and electronics.
- Programming experience
- Pneumatic and/or hydraulic system design experience
- Prior experience with medical devices and working within a medical quality system
- Finite Element Analysis, Computation Flow Dynamics, or experience in other simulation packages
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Base salary range: $140K - $160K, depending on years of experience and skill sets
- Excellent Healthcare plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision) fully paid for by the company for the employee; partial payment for dependents
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Long-term and short-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance
- Paid maternity/new parent leave
- 11 Paid holidays
- 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) per year, increasing after 2, 5, and 9 years of service
Job location is in Seattle, WA and sometimes requires onsite presence at Simplexity’s clients’ sites.
No recruiters please.
Simplexity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited four-year university
- 8+ years of relevant professional engineering experience
- Proficient knowledge of SolidWorks or an equivalent CAD package
- Thorough understanding of 2D drawings and GD&T using ASME Y14.5 standards
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes including injection molding, sheet metal, machining, and rapid prototyping
- Knowledge of assembly and alignment methods including screw joints, snap fits, dowel pins, and heat-staking
- Ability to identify and root-cause system-level defects
- Experience designing and integrating complex systems with cross-functional engineering disciplines
- Excellent organization, analytical skills, attention to detail, prioritization, and planning abilities
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to communicate clearly and write detailed reports
- Positive attitude and focus on client success
- Ethical and honest conduct
- In-depth fluids analysis and fluidic handling, including microfluidic system design
- Product development consulting experience
- Experience using a CAD PDM system
- Robotics, instrumentation, and test equipment design experience
- Mechatronics and electromechanical systems experience
- Programming experience
- Pneumatic or hydraulic system design experience
- Medical device experience and experience working within a medical quality system
- Finite Element Analysis, Computational Fluid Dynamics, or other simulation package experience
What We Do
Simplifying the Complex Simplexity is a product development engineering firm that strives for simplicity in design, reducing product costs and improving the reliability of technology products. It specializes in mechatronics, a systems approach to designing mid- to high-volume products with motion, sensors, and electronics in their heart. This specialization spans multiple markets, with emphasis on biotech, medical devices, consumer products, IoT, and wearables. Simplexity has delivered solutions that are simpler to use, reduce risk and accelerate time-to-market for leading technology companies. Clients such as HP, Microsoft, and Illumina have chosen Simplexity as their partner in developing advanced 3D printing, connected wearable technology, and transformative biotech instrumentation. Simplexity's team of approximately 75 employees is comprised of mechanical, electrical, systems, controls, firmware, and software engineers who together have authored over 150 patents. With office locations in San Diego, the San Francisco Bay Area, the Portland, OR metro area, and Seattle, Simplexity has become the west coast’s leading engineering services provider specializing in designing mechatronic products. 2017 Simplexity was selected by Inc. Magazine as one of the Best Workplaces in America and by the San Diego Business Journal as one of the top 100 Fastest Growing Companies Contact Simplexity today to experience how we can help you simplify the complex.
