Proficient in CAD software (Solidworks, Onshape, Fusion, FreeCAD)
Experience drafting, editing, and releasing engineering drawings to vendors
Ability to communicate technical information clearly and concisely
Familiar with FDM 3D printing, bent sheet metal fabrication, and injection molding
2-3 years experience as a Mechanical/Integration Engineer (or similar)
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Comfortable working at a fast but sustainable pace
Responsibilities
Design next-generation products with manufacturability and cost in mind
Prototype designs and test against PRD specifications
Collaborate with Product to identify effective solutions for customer problems
Coordinate with Manufacturing to transition designs into production
Assist Sourcing with vendor communications, FAI, and quality standards
Design and fabricate jigs for the production team
Benefits
Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Flexible PTO plan
Full access to prototyping shop, machines, and video equipment
Many opt-in events and company socials
Opportunity to significantly impact manufacturing
Full Job Description
What we're looking for
We're looking for someone that is excited by our vision, has experience shipping hardware, and is ready to wear a lot of hats. We're a small team growing quickly. There will be constant opportunity to take on new responsibilities and have serious impact on the direction of the company.
You will be responsible for working on new products at Opulo. Mechatronics Engineers at Opulo are with a product from concept to shipping. This includes designing mechanical parts in CAD, interfacing with PCBs, some software scripting, performing lifetime and validation testing according to a PRD, and helping spin up manufacturing. You will help define Opulo's next generation of products. If you're excited at the idea of wearing many hats and enjoy taking ownership, we want you at Opulo as a Mechatronics Engineer.
Core Responsibilities
Help design our next generation of products with manufacturability and cost in mind
Prototype your designs and test against PRD specifications
Work closely with Product to determine what approach best solves the problems of our customers
Work with Manufacturing to get your designs into production
Help Sourcing with vendor communications, FAI, and setting quality standards
Design and fabricate jigs for our production team to use while assembling hardware
Basic Qualifications
Incredibly high agency and self-driven
Proficient in CAD software (Solidworks, Onshape, Fusion, FreeCAD)
Experience drafting, editing, releasing engineering drawings to vendors
Can communicate technical information clearly and concisely
Very familiar with FDM 3D printing, bent sheet metal fabrication, injection molding
2-3 years experience as a Mechanical/Integration Engineer (or similar)
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Comfortable pushing at a fast but sustainable pace
Bonus Qualifications
Experience in FreeCAD
Worked with pick and place machines before
Experience with Python
Experience with electronics (Arduino, designing PCBs, circuit design)
What we value
We value these above all else:
Mission - keeping our customers and builders in mind
Pragmatism - making the most effective decision with the resources available
Agency - taking total ownership of your tasks, and finding a solution regardless of roadblocks
Kindness - showing compassion to our colleagues, customers, community members, and ourselves
Perks and Benefits
Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Flexible PTO plan
Full access to our prototyping shop, machines, and video equipment
Many opt-in events and company socials
An opportunity to have a significant impact on manufacturing
Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing in some way, please apply!
