Senior Mechanical Engineer Test Development Engineering

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer: Test Development Engineering 
Location: South Jordan Utah (onsite)
Department: Quality Assurance 

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Test Development Engineering you will play a critical role in the design validation and sustainment of precision assembly test and calibration equipment. You will be responsible for designing and maintaining jigs fixtures and metrology test systems that ensure product performance repeatability and compliance with quality standards. Your work will directly enable calibration traceability measurement accuracy and test automation across manufacturing and product validation environments. You will also manage documentation test protocols and calibration procedures to ensure long-term reliability and compliance of test and measurement assets.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and Development:

• Conceptualize design and document assembly jigs test fixtures and precision metrology systems to support both production and validation testing.
• Develop custom calibration and test instruments including mechanical pneumatic and electro-mechanical assemblies for high-accuracy measurements.
• Integrate sensors load cells displacement transducers pressure gauges and other instrumentation into test systems to support product calibration and verification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Design Manufacturing Quality Calibration Labs and Contract Manufacturers) to define test requirements and system capabilities.
• Utilize CAD software (Creo SolidWorks) to create detailed 3D models and drawings of mechanical systems with GD&T applied for precision alignment and repeatability.
• Generate and maintain Requirement Documents Calibration Procedures and Test System Specifications to ensure alignment between product and test design intent.
• Participate in supplier design reviews and qualification of external test and calibration equipment.

Testing Validation and Calibration:

• Develop and validate test procedures calibration methods and verification plans for measurement systems and mechanical fixtures.
• Ensure measurement system analysis (MSA) gage R&R and traceability to NIST or equivalent standards in all calibration processes.
• Conduct statistical evaluations of test data to assess system reliability repeatability and reproducibility.
• Analyze performance results and implement design improvements to maintain precision accuracy and robustness under production conditions.
• Collaborate with electronics and software engineers to define mechanical interfaces for automated test systems and integrate sensors into data acquisition platforms.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

• Diagnose and resolve issues with jigs fixtures or test systems including alignment errors sensor drift and calibration failures.
• Develop preventive maintenance and recalibration schedules for all test and measurement equipment.
• Support production and test engineering teams by providing quick-turn mechanical solutions to test station downtime or measurement deviations.

Documentation:

• Create comprehensive documentation for design specifications calibration procedures maintenance manuals and traceability records.
• Maintain revision-controlled records for test system configurations calibration certificates and design changes.
• Ensure compliance with internal quality management systems and industry standards (ISO 17025 ISO 9001 or equivalent).

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to enhance test accuracy throughput and system robustness through mechanical and process improvements.
• Implement design-for-calibration and design-for-test principles in future product and fixture designs.
• Stay current with advances in precision mechanics metrology instrumentation and automated test system design.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives lean design efforts and equipment standardization programs.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics or a related field.
• 10 years of experience in mechanical design test and calibration equipment development or precision metrology systems.
• Proficiency in CAD software (Creo SolidWorks) and related engineering analysis tools (FEA tolerance analysis).
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems pneumatic and electromechanical integration and manufacturing processes.
• Deep knowledge of measurement science tolerance analysis and statistical methods for calibration and product qualification.
• Experience in test system design metrology instrumentation and mechanical calibration processes.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical test setups data acquisition and troubleshooting of measurement systems.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and documentation skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional technical efforts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in consumer electronics precision mechanisms or high-volume manufacturing.
• Familiarity with SPC capability studies MSA (Gage R&R) and reliability analysis.
• Knowledge of PLM systems and familiarity with ISO 17025 or equivalent calibration lab practices.
• Certification or training in Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma or Metrology.

Working Conditions:

• 5 days (M-F) in our South Jordan Utah office with 3-4 trips to Asia per year
• Hands-on work in lab and prototype environments involving precision test and calibration equipment.

Additional Information :

Weve got you covered
At Cricut we take care of our people. Enjoy competitive Medical Dental and Vision coverage a 401(k) match generous PTO tuition reimbursement and a yearly lifestyle stipend to support your wellness and passions. Youll also get exclusive employee discountsand best of all youll be surrounded by some of the most talented and creative individuals out there.

A Quick Note Before You Apply
Cricut is in a powerful chapter of transformation. Were evolving fastrefining our strategy growing our teams and raising the bar across the board. This is an incredible opportunity for the right kind of personbut its not for everyone.

Were looking for A-playerspeople who dont just meet expectations but consistently exceed them. If you thrive in dynamic environments and find joy in turning challenges into momentum keep reading.

Heres what makes someone a great fit for this role (and for this moment at Cricut):

You have a bias for urgency.
You dont wait for perfect clarity to take actionyou start learn and adjust. You believe that speed matters especially when paired with thoughtfulness. You ask: What can move forward today and push past inertia.

You set high standardsespecially for yourself.
Youre proud of your work and protective of your reputation. You take ownership deliver quality and dont cut corners. You hold yourself accountable without waiting to be asked.

You stay focused when things are moving fast.
You can identify what really matters and dont get distracted by noise. You prioritize well and manage your time wisely.

You collaborate like a pro.
You elevate the people around you communicate clearly and give thoughtful feedback. Youre low ego high outputand your team loves working with you.

One More Thing (Its a Big One):
This role is in-office 5 days a week.
We believe that real collaboration innovation and culture are built face-to-face. If youre energized by working alongside smart kind creative peopleand enjoy those unplanned hallway conversations that spark great ideasyoull love it here.

If youre looking for a hybrid or fully remote role this likely isnt the right time or place. But if youre excited by challenge purpose and building something better wed love to hear from you.

Lets make something amazingtogether.

What to Do Next: 

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time