Job DescriptionWe 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
