Senior Mechanical Engineer - Wireless Products

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a hybrid role in San Diego, CA. This role will support the design and development of high volume wireless mobile and fixed communication products. This is a hybrid role, and we are working directly with the hiring manager on this search. This role leads mechanical design from concept through production, delivering robust, manufacturable, IP67 compliant solutions. The ideal candidate is hands on, thrives in fast paced environments, and has deep experience designing plastic, sheet metal, die cast, and rubber components for high volume consumer or ruggedized products.

What You'll Do:
* Lead mechanical design for indoor and outdoor wireless products from concept through production
* Design plastic injection molded, sheet metal, die cast, and rubber components for high volume manufacturing
* Develop IP67 compliant sealed designs, including gasket and sealing solutions
* Create complex 3D models, assemblies, and detailed 2D drawings using Creo/ProENGINEER
* Drive prototype builds, coordinate with vendors, and manage part ordering
* Independently plan, manage, and prioritize multiple projects while providing status updates to leadership
* Compile and analyze design and test data; prepare technical documentation and specifications
* Collaborate cross functionally to support thermal, EMI, and ESD analysis as needed
* Clearly communicate design tradeoffs, proposals, and recommendations to stakeholders

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
* 6-8+ years of experience designing plastic injection molded, sheet metal, and die cast parts
* 6-8+ years of hands on experience with Creo / ProENGINEER and Windchill PLM (or similar)
* 7+ years of experience in product design or mechanical engineering for consumer electronics or similar high volume products
* Experience designing sealed/waterproof (IP67) products
* Strong understanding of tolerance analysis (RSS)
* Experience with thermal simulation (Flotherm preferred)
* Experience with FEA tools (Creo Mechanica preferred)
* Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work with internal teams, vendors, and contract manufacturers (domestic and international)
* Willingness to travel internationally as needed

Nice to Have:
* Handheld or portable device experience (wearables, smartphones, mobile electronics)
* Experience with wireless products in consumer electronics, automotive, military, or defense environments
* Background in mobile device battery packaging or touchscreen mechanical structures

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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