Mechanical Design Engineer

MaXentric Technologies LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phantom Stock options

Annual Performance Bonuses

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) plan

152 hours PTO per year

Job summary

MaXentric Technologies LLC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our La Jolla, CA or Fort Lee, NJ team. You’ll collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to design, prototype, and refine electro-mechanical systems for defense, medical, and commercial applications.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience. Proficiency in SolidWorks and CAD tools, GD&T, and hands-on prototyping are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 3+ years of relevant industry experience in mechanical engineering, product development, R&D, or related field.
• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, mathematics, physics, materials, and design fundamentals.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment with small, multidisciplinary teams and broad responsibilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams spanning Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineering to refine existing designs, develop new concepts, and create prototype hardware for internal and external customers.
• Support R&D initiatives addressing novel and technically challenging engineering problems.
• Develop engineering drawings, design mechanical components and assemblies, and create electro‑mechanical designs and supporting documentation.
• Conduct feasibility studies and technical evaluations for new and modified designs.
• Support design detailing, prototyping, testing, fabrication, and transition to manufacturing.
• Contribute innovative concepts and practical engineering solutions to technical proposals and customer-driven projects.
• Apply sound mechanical engineering principles to hands‑on projects that improve product performance, manufacturability, quality, reliability, and cost.
• Participate in product development, engineering testing, and research activities throughout the design lifecycle.
• Manage assigned projects and tasks effectively, meeting schedules and deliverables with minimal supervision.
• Contribute across multiple phases of the engineering and manufacturing lifecycle, from concept development through prototype fabrication and testing.
• Support the operation, maintenance, and safe use of in-house fabrication and prototyping equipment.

Skills

SolidWorks

GD&T

Prototyping

Team collaboration

Thermal analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

La Jolla, California or Fort Lee, New Jersey

AboutMaXentricTechnologies

AtMaxentric, our teams work on a variety of cross-discipline R&D projects born out of the ideas of our engineers. Our current projects focus on wireless communication, wireless sensing, networking, health monitoring, and artificial intelligence applications. Their scopes range from early fundamental research to commercial product transition.

We are looking for energetic candidates who are innovative, curiosity-driven, willing to explorer new ideas, and are strong teamplayers with excellent communication skills.

The mechanical engineering position will be based out of either MaXentric’s California office in downtown La Jolla or our New Jersey location in Fort Lee, just outside of Manhattan, NYC.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams spanning Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineering to refine existing designs, develop new concepts, and create prototype hardware for internal and external customers.

Support R&D initiatives addressing novel and technically challenging engineering problems.

Develop engineering drawings, design mechanical components and assemblies, and create electro‑mechanical designs and supporting documentation.

Conduct feasibility studies and technical evaluations for new and modified designs.

Support design detailing, prototyping, testing, fabrication, and transition to manufacturing.

Contribute innovative concepts and practical engineering solutions to technical proposals and customer-driven projects.

Apply sound mechanical engineering principles to hands‑on projects that improve product performance, manufacturability, quality, reliability, and cost.

Participate in product development, engineering testing, and research activities throughout the design lifecycle.

Manage assigned projects and tasks effectively, meeting schedules and deliverables with minimal supervision.

Contribute across multiple phases of the engineering and manufacturing lifecycle, from concept development through prototype fabrication and testing.

Support the operation, maintenance, and safe use of in-house fabrication and prototyping equipment.

Education and Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.

3+ years of relevant industry experience in mechanical engineering, product development, R&D, or a related field.

Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, mathematics, physics, materials, and design fundamentals.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment with small, multidisciplinary teams and broad responsibilities.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills.

Highly organized, dependable, detail‑oriented, and proactive, with the ability to take ownership of assigned work.

Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing project requirements.

Ability to prepare clear and effective technical proposals, engineering reports, and design documentation.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated enthusiasm for innovation and solving challenging engineering problems.

Strong collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively across engineering disciplines.

Experience contributing to cross‑functional R&D or product development teams.

Proficiency with SolidWorks 3D CAD and AutoCAD 2D; experience with additional CAD platforms is a plus.

Solid understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Experience with thermal analysis and Finite Element Method (FEM) simulation for evaluating mechanical and electro‑mechanical designs, including thermal performance, structural behavior, and design optimization.

Familiarity with bill of materials (BOM) development and assembly work instructions.

Hands‑on experience with mechanical prototyping, fabrication, and iterative design.

Experience using in-house prototyping tools such as FDM/SLA 3D printers, laser cutters, and CNC machines.

Experience designing, assembling, and troubleshooting mechanical and electro‑mechanical systems.

Experience in production, fabrication, or manufacturing environments.

Strong general computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.

NOTE: Due to the nature of our military work, U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required for this position.

Good Faith Pay Range: $80,000 – $135,000 per year. This rangerepresentsthe salaryMaXentricreasonably expectsto pay for this position upon hire.Final compensation will be based on the candidate's specific skills, experience, and geographic location.

Total Compensation: This role is eligible for Annual Performance Bonuses

Phantom Stock options

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Retirement: 401(k) plan

Time Off: 152 hours of PTO per year, which includes the California-compliant sick leave

MaXentric Technologies LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on job‑related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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MaXentric Technologies will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the California Fair Chance Act. No inquiries into criminal history will be made until after a conditional offer of employment.

MaXentric is an Equal Opportunity / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Employer

Company Description

MaXentric Technologies researches, develops, and manufactures next generation electronic solutions for defense, medical, and commercial industries. Founded in 2003 as a research and development company, MaXentric has spent 20 years developing innovative products and services through a research-focused collaborative lab environment.

MaXentric’s talented engineering, sales, and support teams ensure the highest quality standards in software and hardware throughout every phase of production across all four of our US locations.