Mechanical CAD Engineer

ZipRecruiter; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Mechanical CAD Engineer to join their innovative Hardware Engineering team. In this role, you will create and maintain high-fidelity 3D models and mechanical drawings for cutting-edge wearable products. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure designs are precise and manufacturable. This opportunity not only allows you to contribute to the development of life-enhancing technology but also offers a supportive environment that prioritizes employee well-being and growth. If you're passionate about engineering and want to make a real impact, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Employee discounts on Oura Rings

Qualifications

• 5+ years in mechanical CAD modeling for consumer electronics.
• Expert proficiency in SolidWorks and Class A ID Surface files.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain detailed 3D CAD models and assemblies.
• Generate 2D drawings with GD&T for production.

Skills

SolidWorks

Mechanical CAD Modeling

Class A ID Surface Files

DFM Principles

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

PDM Systems

Job description

Our mission at Oura is to empower every person to own their inner potential. Our award-winning products help our global community gain a deeper knowledge of their readiness, activity, and sleep quality by using their Oura Ring and its connected app. We've helped 2.5 million people understand and improve their health by providing daily insights and practical steps to inspire healthy lifestyles.

Empowering the world starts with living our values and empowering our team.

As a quickly growing company focused on helping people live healthier and happier lives, we ensure that our team members have what they need to do their best work — both in and out of the office.

We’re seeking a talented and detail-oriented Mechanical CAD Engineer to join our Hardware Engineering team.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for creating and maintaining high-fidelity 3D models and mechanical drawings of our wearable products. You’ll work closely with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams to ensure our designs are precise, manufacturable, and beautiful.

What You'll Do:

1. Create and maintain detailed 3D CAD models and assemblies in SolidWorks
2. Generate 2D drawings with appropriate GD&T, tolerances, and documentation for production
3. Collaborate closely with mechanical design engineers to translate design concepts into manufacturable components
4. Work closely with the PCB Layout Engineers using ECAD/MCAD exchanges
5. Manage and organize CAD libraries, part numbers, and configuration control
6. Participate in mechanical design reviews and contribute to overall product development strategy

This is a US onsite role, candidates must be based in the San Diego region for this opportunity.

Requirements

We would love to have you on our team if you have:

1. 5+ years of experience in mechanical CAD modeling for consumer electronics or similar fields
2. Expert proficiency in SolidWorks (modeling, assemblies, configurations, drawings, etc.)
3. Experience in Siemens NX (modeling, assemblies, configurations, drawings, etc.)
4. Expert proficiency in working with Class A ID Surface files
5. Basic understanding of DFM principles, particularly for injection molding, stamping, and machining
6. Experience working with small-scale, precision mechanical parts in compact form factors
7. Familiarity with GD&T and engineering drawing standards
8. Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills
9. Strong communication and collaboration skills across disciplines

Bonus Points:

1. Experience designing wearable, medical, or other highly miniaturized devices
2. Familiarity with PDM systems (e.g., Teamcenter, Arena, etc.)
3. Basic understanding of material selection and reliability in consumer products
4. Hands-on prototyping and testing experience

Benefits

At Oura, we care about you and your well-being. Everyone here at Oura has a ring of their own and we are continually looking to improve employee health.

What we offer:

1. Competitive salary and equity packages
2. Health, dental, vision insurance, and mental health resources
3. An Oura Ring of your own plus employee discounts for friends & family
4. 20 days of paid time off plus 13 paid holidays plus 8 days of flexible wellness time off
5. Paid sick leave and parental leave

Oura takes a market-based approach to pay, which may vary depending on your location. US locations are categorized into tiers based on a cost of labor index for that geographic area. While most offers will be closer to the starting range, successful candidates' pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, internal peer equity, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.

• San Diego Compensation Range: $130,000 - $187,000

A recruiter can determine your zones/tiers based on your US location.

We are not considering candidates residing in certain states listed in the original description.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Oura is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Individuals seeking employment at Oura are considered without regard to various protected characteristics. We will work to ensure individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation.

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