We are seeking a highly skilled, self-motivated, and hands-on Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Product Development team. The ideal candidate will be a proactive self-starter and CAD expert with proven experience taking consumer products from concept through production, including close collaboration with overseas factories in China. This role focuses on delivering manufacturable, high-quality, and cost-effective product designs across all development stages. Key Responsibilities • Lead the mechanical design, development, and manufacturing of new and existing products. • Own CAD modeling and detailed design, ensuring manufacturability, and alignment with product and industrial design intent. • Collaborate closely with China-based factories, evaluating tooling, materials, and production processes while ensuring DFM best practices. • Partner with Product Development, Industrial Design, and Electrical Engineering teams to drive innovation and resolve technical challenges. • Work independently and proactively to move projects forward, maintaining ownership through all stages of the development cycle. • Support all phases of the product lifecycle — from concept and prototyping to validation, pilot builds, and mass production. • Evaluate and troubleshoot factory tooling and injection molding processes to improve yield and reduce costs. • Conduct design validation and reliability testing, analyze results, and implement corrective actions. • Investigate and resolve product quality issues, working closely with Quality, Compliance, and Legal teams. • Participate in product safety and compliance reviews, including documentation and Intellectual Property (IP) assessments. Qualifications & Skills • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. • 8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering and product development, ideally in CPG, electronics, or durable goods. • Advanced proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks or equivalent) with a focus on precision and manufacturability. • Direct experience collaborating with overseas factories, including tooling evaluation and production troubleshooting. • Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles. • Self-starter with a hands-on, solutions-oriented approach and strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities. • Familiarity with injection molding, metal stamping, and other high-volume manufacturing processes. • Proven success managing projects through multiple development stages. Salary Range (commensurate with experience) $120,000—$140,000 USD