Electro-Mechanical Packaging Engineer

CDM Technology; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Dependent coverage

Job summary

CDM Technology seeks a Senior Design Release Engineer in Carlsbad, CA to own mechanical CAD development for electrical modules from concept through SOP. You will package PCBs into enclosures, lead enclosure tooling, and drive BOM management in PLM using CATIA.

You'll collaborate with Electrical Engineering on harnesses and EMC, support hands-on prototyping, and push rapid iteration in a fast-paced startup environment while ensuring automotive quality standards.

Qualifications

• Deep, hands-on CATIA (V5/V6, 3DEXPERIENCE) and GD&T expertise.
• Proven ownership of BOMs and ECOs in PLM systems.
• Experience with PCB packaging and enclosure design.
• Strong cross-functional leadership with a startup mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical/CAD execution from concept through SOP for assigned modules.
• Package PCBs into enclosures with connector layouts, thermal management, and sealing.
• Own enclosure design and tooling strategy across injection molding, die casting, sheet metal, and machining.
• Create and manage CATIA models and drawings, own the Engineering BOM, and lead ECO changes.
• Support hands-on prototype builds, bench work, and in-vehicle installations.
• Partner with Electrical Engineering on harness and EMC integration.

Skills

CATIA CAD

PCB packaging

Enclosure design

BOM / ECO ownership

PLM systems

Education

B.S. Mechanical Eng

Tools

CATIA tooling

BOM management in PLM

Job description

Our client is looking for a Senior Design Release Engineer to own the CAD design, mechanical release, and lifecycle of electrical modules on our solar electric vehicle. You'll package PCBs into enclosures, own enclosure design and tooling, and drive your parts from concept through SOP in CATIA — jumping in hands‑on wherever needed in our fast‑paced start‑up environment.

What you’ll do

• Serve as technical lead and single point of accountability for the mechanical/CAD execution of assigned modules, from concept through SOP
• Package PCBs into enclosures — connector layouts, stack‑ups, thermal management, and sealing
• Own enclosure design and tooling strategy across injection molding, die casting, sheet metal, and machining
• Create and manage CATIA models and drawings, own the Engineering BOM, and lead ECR/ECO change management
• Support hands‑on prototype and pilot builds — bench work, mock‑ups, and in‑vehicle installations
• Partner with the Electrical Engineering team on harness and EMC integration

Qualifications

• Required: deep, hands‑on CATIA (V5/V6, 3DEXPERIENCE) and GD&T expertise
• Proven ownership of BOMs and ECOs in PLM systems
• Experience with PCB packaging, OTS component integration, and enclosure design
• Strong cross‑functional leadership with a hands‑on, start‑up mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ENOVIA/3DX
• Familiarity with APQP/PPAP, DV/PV testing, and automotive environmental standards
• Supplier tooling oversight and rapid‑iteration prototyping experience

Team Structure

• Individual contributor; collaborate with other teams and individuals, as necessary

Required Experience

• 7+ years in DRE/Product Engineering in automotive or adjacent industries

Educational Requirements

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

Salary + Benefits

• Market competitive compensation package
• Fully funded benefits package for employee + dependents