Mechanical Design Engineer

InESS Solutions Inc

SANTA CLARA, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$75–$85 Per Hour

JOB TYPE

Temporary, Contractor, Full-time

SKILLS

Agile PLM / Oracle PLM (Product Lifecycle Management), Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Bill of Materials (BOM), CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Contract Manufacturing, Cost Effectiveness Analysis, Cross-Functional, DFT (Design for Test), Data Collection, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Electromagnetic Interference Testing, Electronics, Electronics Manufacturing, English Language, Injection Molding, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Materials Management, Mechanical Assembly, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Metal Molding, Organizational Skills, PDMLink, Procurement Management, Product Design, Product/Service Launch, Production Support, Production Volume, Prototyping, Purchasing/Procurement, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Management, Reliability Engineering, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Automation, Test Design, Test Equipment, Test Fixtures, Willing to Travel, Windchill PLM Software, eCos

LOCATION

SANTA CLARA, CA

POSTED

12 days ago

Mechanical Design Engineer (Tool Design)

Job Description

As a Mechanical Design Engineer focused on tooling, you’ll collaborate with a cross-
functional team of Hardware Engineering, Platform Design, Reliability Engineering, and
global Contract Manufacturing (CM) partners. You’ll be part of a team that values precision,
innovation, and early-stage design collaboration to ensure manufacturing success at scale.

Looking for a mechanical design engineer with experience in tooling design Engineer
who will be responsible for the conceptualization, CAD design, and engineering validation of custom tooling, fixtures, jigs, and test equipment that support high-volume electronics
manufacturing. This role is centered on engineering innovation and design collaboration, not
factory-floor production support. You will contribute to early-stage product design, ensuring
manufacturability and quality through precise fixture and tooling design, and support NPI
(New Product Introduction) into global manufacturing environments.
 Engineer, design, and validate custom tooling, test fixtures, and jigs to support high-
volume production.
 Translate mechanical and process requirements into CAD models, engineering
drawings, and detailed documentation.
 Participate in design reviews and provide feedback to optimize DFM/DFT aspects of
new products.
 Partner closely with Hardware Engineering, Platform Design, CM partners, and
Reliability Engineering teams.
 Select and specify manufacturing processes (CNC, injection molding, sheet metal,
coatings) as applicable to designed tools.
 Drive tolerance stack-up analysis for complex mechanical assemblies.
 Interface with overseas CMs and vendors to enable tool release, prototype builds, and
pilot production.
 Investigate and recommend new manufacturing technologies to improve quality and
cost- effectiveness of tooling solutions.
 Create and manage BOMs, ECOs, and revision histories (Agile PLM and Windchill
PDMLink experience a plus).

Qualifications
 B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering.

 5–7+ years of experience in mechanical design of tooling and fixtures—preferably for
high- volume or precision electronics manufacturing.
 Proficient in 3D CAD (Creo/ProEngineer preferred); GD&T and tolerance analysis
required.
 Familiarity with DFM/DFA best practices.
 Experience working cross-functionally with design, test, and manufacturing
engineering teams.
 Understanding of common fabrication methods (CNC, molding, sheet metal), but with
a focus on design and specification—not shop-floor operation.
 Organized, detail-oriented, and highly self-motivated.
 Work with cross functional teams to deliver on scope, tooling requirements and
schedule.
 Manage procurement of materials and components required for tooling projects.
 Produce equipment training documentation.
 Oversee technician/operator training on equipment.
 Fluent in English; strong technical communication skills.
 Some travel is required. Ability to travel domestically and internationally is required.

Nice to Have
 Experience with automated test stations or tooling incorporating sensors or software
interfaces.
 Familiarity with shock, vibration, and EMC test protocols.
 Experience with liquid cooling systems.
 Python or scripting experience for automation of test fixtures or data collection.
 Exposure to Propel / Agile PLM or Windchill PDMLink systems.

About the Company

InESS Solutions Inc

INDUSTRY

Engineering Services