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Job Summary:
At Polaroid were dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and were seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to join our team. You will contribute to the development of cutting-edge mechanical systems across our product lines. Youll work closely with your cross-functional counterparts to design develop verify and validate mechanical solutions playing a crucial role in driving our products forward. This role involves collaboration with sourcing manufacturing to bring products from design to mass production via our product lifecycle framework. If youre a hands-on problem solver with a passion for mechanical engineering and a desire to grow your skills in a dynamic environment we encourage you to apply and be a part of our journey.
Key Responsibilities:
Mechanical Systems Development: Collaborate with engineers in the project team to design and develop mechanical solutions for Polaroids products. From design concept to mass production.
Testing & Root Cause Analysis: Assist in testing debugging and troubleshooting mechanical systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Documentation and Communication: Contribute to clear and comprehensive documentation of mechanical designs implementation details and test procedures. Communicate effectively with team members to share knowledge and findings.
Collaboration with External Partners: Work closely with JDMs (Joint Development Manufacturers) CMs (Contract Manufacturers) and key suppliers to ensure part compliance. Ensure that system and subsystem assembly and test fixtures are reliable and efficient.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with sourcing manufacturing and other operations teams in later development stages to bring products to mass production.
Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest trends technologies and best practices in mechanical engineering. Actively participate in learning opportunities and apply new knowledge to improve our products and processes.
Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
2-5 years of professional experience in mechanical design and development.
Proficiency in using design tools such as CAD software (Creo) for 2D/3D CAD building.
Familiarity with mechanical design concepts for CNC molding tooling and Sheetmetal tooling.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Passionate about photography.
Preferred qualifications:
Experience with high-volume consumer electronics (cameras).
Knowledge of precision and optomechanical systems.
Strong in prototyping testing and validation.
Experience with quality tools (DFMEA/DFMA tolerance analysis).
Familiar with product development and cross-functional collaboration.
Knowledge of assembly processes and cosmetic finishes.
Experience with Windchill COMSOL and Minitab.
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