Mechanical Design Engineer

  •  Reference Number: 402035
  •  Posted: 06/22/2026
  •  Job Type: Contract
  • Industry: Management

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development of next-generation hardware systems. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in designing complex electro-mechanical assemblies, including enclosures and chassis for high-performance electronic products.

Location: San Jose, CA (Onsite)
Type: 12+ Month Contract
Pay Range : $75-80/hr

This role involves full-cycle mechanical design from concept through production, working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, suppliers, and manufacturing partners.


Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop mechanical systems for electronic products, including enclosures, chassis, and internal structures
  • Create 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings using Creo or Siemens NX
  • Apply GD&T principles and perform tolerance stack-up and analysis
  • Develop designs using sheet metal, plastic, and die-cast components
  • Collaborate with electrical and PCB teams for mechanical integration (IDF/ECAD coordination)
  • Support design reviews and resolve manufacturing and field issues
  • Work closely with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure DFM/DFA compliance
  • Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, EMI, thermal, and safety requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • 7+ years of experience in mechanical design of electronic or electromechanical systems
  • Strong experience with Creo or NX CAD tools
  • Expertise in sheet metal, plastics, and die-cast design
  • Strong knowledge of GD&T and tolerance analysis
  • Experience working with PCB/ECAD integration and mechanical packaging
  • Background in high-volume or production-level hardware design

Preferred Experience

  • Experience in networking, data center, or enterprise hardware products
  • Familiarity with enclosure design for electronic systems or chassis-based products
  • Experience supporting manufacturing ramp-up and tooling processes
  • Strong problem-solving skills in cross-functional engineering environments

San Jose, CA

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