Early-Career Mechanical Engineer: 2-Year R&D Rotations

VIAVI Solutions; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

VIAVI Solutions in Indianapolis seeks an entry‑level Mechanical Engineer to join the team responsible for designing components and assemblies that integrate optics, electronics, and PCBA interfaces. You will model parts in SolidWorks, analyze stress and thermal performance, and prototype iterate with manufacturing partners.

You will gain experience across the full product lifecycle, from CAD modeling to production support, while collaborating with electrical and hardware engineers on integrated

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proficiency in a 3D CAD tool (SolidWorks preferred)
• Some exposure to material selection and common manufacturing processes: machining, injection molding, casting, and sheet metal.
• Undergrad or Graduate Degree from an accredited university in one of the following disciplines: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or equivalent technical degree.
• Experience with C/C++, Windows or Linux Operating Systems, exposure to networking protocols (TCP/IP, 802.11, Bluetooth)
• Some engineering related experience outside of the classroom environment like an internship/Co-Op, hackathon, research project, or related experience.
• Demonstrated skills in time management and ability work in a collaborative/team environment
• Capability to quickly adapt to new projects and changing priorities when needed.
• Ability/Desire to work on a temporary assignment in another country/location

Responsibilities

• Design and model components, enclosures, and assemblies using 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Perform basic stress, thermal, and tolerance analysis to validate design decisions
• Build and test prototypes, iterating based on results
• Support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews in collaboration with manufacturing partners
• Write clear, detailed assembly work instructions for production teams
• Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical and hardware engineers on integrated systems combining optics, electronics, and mechanical housings/PCBA interfaces
• Contribute to material selection and manufacturing process decisions (machining, injection molding, casting, sheet metal)
• Document design work and maintain organized records of revisions and test results

Skills

C/C++

Windows

Linux

Networking (TCP/IP)

Internship / Co-op

Time management

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Prototype build

Electrical/Hardware interaction

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

FEA / simulation tools

Prototype testing

3D CAD exposure

Material selection

Temporary assignment abroad

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in CS/EE/CE or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

FEA tools

CAD software

Job description

VIAVI Solutions in Indianapolis seeks an entry‑level Mechanical Engineer to join the team responsible for designing components and assemblies that integrate optics, electronics, and PCBA interfaces. You will model parts in SolidWorks, analyze stress and thermal performance, and prototype iterate with manufacturing partners.

You will gain experience across the full product lifecycle, from CAD modeling to production support, while collaborating with electrical and hardware engineers on integrated