Job description

Sr. Mechanical / Firmware Engineer

Job Summary:

MPS is seeking a highly self-motivated, resourceful and very hands-on mechanical engineer.

This person will work within a small, new mechanical design group to demonstrate a novel cost effective high speed and high precision motion control system based on MPS’ eMotion and BMS technologies. This new concept can be applied to future electric transportation and robotic designs, including the design and build of a full electric multi-terrain vehicle (patent pending), which is the primary focus of several near term projects.

Essential Functions:

  • Design and build of new mechanical products from concept to release
  • Brainstorming and concept generation/review
  • 3D model and 2D drawing CAD design
  • Coordination with external fabrication vendors as needed
  • Identification, selection and procurement of commercial hardware
  • Coordination with electrical team to ensure proper design integration
  • Fabricate and assemble components
  • Testing/validation of finished assemblies
  • Upkeep and co-management of mechanical lab (machine shop)
  • Qualifications/Requirements:

  • + 2-5 years industry experience or MS in Mechanical Engineering + 0-2 years industry experience
  • BS in mechanical engineering
  • Strong fundamentals in mechanical engineering design:
  • Strength of materials
  • Design for manufacturing and assembly
  • Mechatronics/robotics/controls/automation design experience a plus
  • Extremely proficient in using CAD tools
  • SolidWorks preferred, simulation experience a plus
  • Excellent hands-on skills and very comfortable in a machine shop environment:
  • Rapid prototyping, welding, milling, turning
  • CNC operation and programming experience a plus
  • Experience in buggy, car, motorcycle or bicycle design and build is a big plus
  • Oral / written proficiency in English
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Location:

    San Jose, CA

    
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