Hybrid Principal Mechanical Engineer

Posted 2 months ago

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About the role

  • Principal Mechanical Engineer driving mechanical design from concept to production for audio hardware at Avid. Collaborating with teams to deliver innovative and reliable designs.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the conceptual design phase of new product development
  • Create detailed CAD assemblies and models in SolidWorks based on industrial design concepts and renderings
  • Design components and assemblies using sheet metal, extrusions, die castings, and injection-molded plastics
  • Revise and improve existing product designs to resolve quality, performance, and supply chain issues
  • Create and review 2D drawings in compliance with ANSI Y14.5 standards
  • Provide Design for Manufacturing (DFM) input to ensure efficient and cost-effective production
  • Conduct engineering analyses including thermal, mold flow, stress (FEA), and tolerance studies
  • Collaborate closely with internal design teams and external suppliers to optimize designs and resolve technical challenges
  • Evaluate assembly methods to improve manufacturability and product reliability
  • Perform cost-effectiveness analyses to support design optimization and sourcing decisions
  • Conduct detailed part tolerance analyses to ensure proper fit, function, and manufacturability
  • Ensure proper electrical and mechanical interface integration across subsystems
  • Document design work thoroughly, including reports, test plans, and engineering change documentation

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering field
  • At least 7 years of relevant experience in mechanical design and product development
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks, including parts, sheet metal, assemblies, drawings, and analysis
  • Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, material composition, and material properties
  • Working knowledge of ANSI standards and established mechanical design best practices
  • Working knowledge with Adobe Illustrator

Benefits

  • Attractive benefits package including health & life insurance
  • Referral rewards
  • Generous leave policies to ensure a healthy work-life balance

Job title

Principal Mechanical Engineer

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

Location requirements

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