Senior Mechanical Engineer

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer on our product development team you will assume a key leadership role on the team providing deep mechanical engineering expertise honed over a career of critical judgement and decision-making. You will develop mechanical designs for new and existing products by applying engineering and fabrication principles to product designs for the consumer market in accordance with business needs and the product road map. You will lead and mentor other engineers in the company and individuals both senior and junior to you and at the same level as you. You exhibit a strong capability to exercise judgement communication with a wide variety of team members internally to the company and externally and the ability to both see the future of our product development as well as design for the current state all with excellence.

Essential Duties

• Develop concepts and ideas for new products or methods to improve existing products.
• Design mechanisms drive systems sheet metal plastic housinvbgs and components in support of new products
• Develop cost estimates based on product concepts or designs
• Use engineering principles to develop the structural design of products by incorporating mechanical and electrical subsystems to meet industrial design marketing and customer requirements to meet project schedules.
• Specify materials and components in designs
• Manage multiple design projects at once. Work independently with little or no direction. Keep management informed and apprised of design. Work with other functional groups (marketing sales customer service etc.) within the company to develop and evaluate designs that meet customer needs.
• Present and participate in design reviews and update designs as required.
• Develop schedules for part and product development.
• Proactively identify risks and develop and execute risk reduction measures
• Problem solve- identify root cause verify the root cause through on/off testing and implement both corrective and preventative actions to resolve problems
• Keep appraised of the customer experience related to company products.
• Work with design and/or manufacturing partners to ensure manufacturability and smooth product ramps leading up to production.
• Perform testing of designs to prove functionality and reliability.
• Generate design specifications and drawings for external design and manufacturing activities.
• Apply statistical methods such as process capability studies and DOEs in the development and improvement of products.
• Mentor other engineers through out the design cycle

Qualifications :

Required

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5 Years of applicable experience

Required Knowledge Skills andResponsibilities

• Experience designing consumer based products similar to ours such as crafting machines inkjet printers or similar electro-mechanical devices medical devices or similar.
• Proficient in the use of 3D CAD (CREO preferred but also acceptable are SolidWorks AutoCAD) and engineering analysis tools (e.g. ANSYS MATLAB).
• Interest in and an aptitude for robotics kinematics dynamics mechatronics mechanism design etc.
• Experienced in injection molded plastics design tooling best practices and process tuning.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems materials and manufacturing processes.
• Familiar with sheet metal design and fabrication processes
• Familiar with rapid prototype techniques and processes
• Proficient in the application of GD&T
• Effective communicator.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction

Preferred

• Previous experience with ODMs

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 receive exclusive employee discountsand best of all youll be surrounded by some of the most talented creative and curious minds out there.

A Quick Note Before You Apply

Cricut is in an exciting chapter of transformation. Were evolving fastrefining our strategy growing our teams and raising the bar across everything we do. This is an incredible opportunity for the right kind of personbut its not for everyone.

Were looking for A-playerspeople who thrive in dynamic environments turn challenges into momentum and consistently deliver their best work. If that sounds like you read on.

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

You move with urgency. You dont wait for perfect clarity to actyou start learn and adjust.
You set high standards. You take ownership deliver quality and hold yourself accountable.
You stay focused when things move fast. You prioritize what matters most and tune out the noise.
 You collaborate like a pro. You elevate others communicate clearly and bring a low-ego high-output energy.
You embrace AI as part of your toolkit. From idea exploration to data analysis and creative problem-solving you leverage AI to accelerate innovation and amplify impactbecause technology and creativity go hand-in-hand here.

One More Thing (Its a Big One)

This role is in-office 5 days per week. We believe real collaboration innovation and culture are built face-to-face. If youre energized by working alongside smart kind creative peopleand love those hallway conversations that spark the next great ideayoull feel right at home.

If youre looking for a fully remote role this may not be the right fit. But if youre excited by challenge purpose and building something betterlets make something amazing together.

Relocation Statement:

This position is eligible for relocation assistance.

What to Do Next: Please attach your resume cover letter and/or include links to your portfolio or other social presence. If you want to show your super powers in other ways include that information too. You can be sure that Cricut is an employer who values individuality equality and diversity so tell us what youre all about. If you are a Maker or a DIY enthusiast whether you think you are a good one or not we would love to hear about it when you send us your information.

Cricut is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. This position is contingent on successfully completing a Criminal Background Check upon hire. Cricut participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time