Director of Mechanical Eng, Silicon Photonics MEMS Switches

Lumicity; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Job summary

Lumicity is seeking a Director of Mechanical Engineering for Silicon Photonic Optical Circuit Switches in the San Francisco Bay Area. This role is the primary owner of all mechanical aspects in product development, with the opportunity to build and lead a high-performing team in a high-visibility environment.

The position offers a competitive base salary plus equity, and requires hands-on design, prototype development, and strong vendor management in data centers, telecoms, or fiber optics.

Qualifications

• Hands-on ability to design precision mechanical components and assemblies.
• Drive mechanical designs from concept to production.
• Identify critical simulation needs in mechanical, thermal, and dynamic areas.

Responsibilities

• Own the mechanical aspects of product development as the primary owner.
• Build and lead a high-performing mechanical engineering team.
• Collaborate with vendors on precision machined, sheet metal, molded, and fabric parts.

Skills

Mechanical design

Prototype development

Simulation planning

Vendor management

Data center / fiber optics

Leadership

Problem solving

Job description

Lumicity is seeking a Director of Mechanical Engineering for Silicon Photonic Optical Circuit Switches in the San Francisco Bay Area. This role is the primary owner of all mechanical aspects in product development, with the opportunity to build and lead a high-performing team in a high-visibility environment.

The position offers a competitive base salary plus equity, and requires hands-on design, prototype development, and strong vendor management in data centers, telecoms, or fiber optics.