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Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Seattle, WA - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 140000 - 160000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
19 October 2026 (7 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
16 January 2027
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Job Title: Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Seattle WA
Job Type: Permanent
Salary Range $140k - $160k
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer you would be working with and leading teams designing subsystems of various products tools and equipment. Our client is seeking candidates to develop complex products that include robotics mechanisms biotech instrumentation as well as other components. Specific technical responsibilities vary by project; however it is imperative that you have command of all mechanical engineering fundamentals and understand how they are applied to simple reliable design.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment yet enjoy a casual and flexible work atmosphere then this may be the opportunity for you.
Job Description
Location: Seattle WA
Job Type: Permanent
Salary Range $140k - $160k
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer you would be working with and leading teams designing subsystems of various products tools and equipment. Our client is seeking candidates to develop complex products that include robotics mechanisms biotech instrumentation as well as other components. Specific technical responsibilities vary by project; however it is imperative that you have command of all mechanical engineering fundamentals and understand how they are applied to simple reliable design.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment yet enjoy a casual and flexible work atmosphere then this may be the opportunity for you.
Job Description
- Architect design and integrate intricate mechanical systems.
- Efficiently represent concepts for your designs using block diagrams rough CAD/schematics sketches etc.
- Solve problems and design solutions that incorporate custom (injection-molded machined 3D-printed and sheet metal) semi-custom and off-the-shelf parts.
- Perform paper-studies using various mechanical engineering academic principles such as force and energy balances structural calculations mechanical vibration tolerance analysis mechanical power transmission etc.
- Manage large 3D CAD assemblies of many components.
- Generate and maintain an organized bill of materials.
- Create 2D drawings using ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards.
- Quickly and effectively prototype design concepts test specifications and iterate on the design.
- Lead and mentor more junior engineers.
- Work collaboratively with other engineers of various disciplines.
- Identify appropriate manufacturing methods for prototyping and production. Design components appropriately for those manufacturing methods.
- Manage organize and prioritize technical issues on your designs and drive toward resolution.
- Work closely and communicate regularly with clients and project management to keep stakeholders apprised of project status issues design decisions and risks.
- Coordinate with external partners in areas like industrial design and contract manufacturing.
- Support working on-site in the Seattle Metro area.
- As-needed - conduct or inform simulations such as structural FEA thermal FEA CFD etc.
- Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited four-year university.
- 8 years of relevant professional engineering experience.
- Proficient knowledge of SolidWorks (highly preferred) or equivalent CAD package.
- Thorough understanding of 2D drawings with a preference for strength in GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and how it is applied to design and manufacturing.
- Demonstrable knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical design considerations injection molding sheet metal machining rapid prototyping etc.
- Demonstrable knowledge of assembly and alignment methods - screw joints snap fits dowel pins heat-staking etc.
- Ability to identify and root-cause system-level defects.
- Experience in design and integration of complex systems working closely with cross-functional disciplines (electrical firmware software and systems engineers).
- Excellent organization and analytical skills combined with attention to detail. Ability to prioritize and plan effectively.
- Highly motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to communicate clearly and write detailed reports.
- Have a positive attitude and focus on client success.
- Ethical and honest in every part of the job.
- In-depth fluids analysis and fluidic handling experience including microfluidic system design
- Experience specifically related to product development consulting for clients
- Experience using a CAD PDM system to manage CAD files
- Robotics instrumentation and test equipment design experience.
- Experience with mechatronics and electro-mechanical systems including stepper and DC motors solenoids gear and belt drive systems linear actuators bearings sensors and electronics.
- Programming experience
- Pneumatic and/or hydraulic system design experience
- Prior experience with medical devices and working within a medical quality system
- Finite Element Analysis Computation Flow Dynamics or experience in other simulation packages
- Excellent Healthcare plan (Medical Dental and Vision) fully paid for by the company for the employee; partial payment for dependents
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Long-term and short-term disability AD&D and Life Insurance
- Paid maternity/new parent leave
- 11 Paid holidays
- 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) per year increasing after 2 5 and 9 years of service
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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