Mechanical engineer jobs in California

About the role

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Opto-Mechanical Engineer 2. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our foundation from the ground up. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for a self-starter who thrives in a fluid startup environment. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting edge technologies, work closely with leadership, and develop and implement engineering practices that support our mission and growth. Your key responsibilities are as follows:

What you'll bring

• Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a U.S. person as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3).
• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• Optomechanical Design Basics: Familiarity with optomechanical mounting techniques (kinematic mounts, flexures, adhesive bonding of optics/crystals, glass-to-metal joints).
• Fiber Optics & Micro-Packaging: Exposure to fiber handling, fiber alignment mechanisms, or micro-electronic/photonic packaging considerations.
• DFM / DFA Awareness: Solid understanding of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) across precision CNC machining, sheet metal, and small-scale assembly.
• CAD Expertise: Proficient in 3D CAD modeling and drawing generation with demonstrated experience using GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
• ideally within a startup or technology company.
• SolidWorks preferred

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