Mechanical Design Engineer - Additive & Prototyping

Russell Tobin; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Supplemental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Legal support

Auto Insurance

Home Insurance

Pet Insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Russell Tobin is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support development and optimization of advanced manufacturing and additive manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include 3D CAD modeling, prototyping, testing, and design validation across components and assemblies.

The role emphasizes hands-on design experience, familiarity with additive manufacturing technologies, and deep knowledge of DFMs and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong background in mechanical design and 3D CAD modeling.
• Experience designing mechanical parts and assemblies.
• Ability to create and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience with prototyping, testing, and design validation.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in hands-on engineering and manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support mechanical designs, components, assemblies, and manufacturing processes.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Design and optimize parts for additive manufacturing, rapid prototyping, and production applications.
• Evaluate relationships between material properties, design requirements, and manufacturing processes.
• Support prototype development, fabrication, testing, and design validation.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Investigate and resolve material, process, and part-quality issues.
• Develop test methods, procedures, and inspection requirements.
• Perform mechanical inspections, testing, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve part quality, manufacturability, and process reliability.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Develop work instructions, process documentation, and technical reports.
• Provide technical support and guidance related to new manufacturing processes, technologies, and product development activities.

Skills

Mechanical Design

3D CAD Modeling

Assembly Design

Additive Manufacturing

3D Printing

Rapid Prototyping

SolidWorks

Siemens NX

Autodesk Inventor

DFM

DFA

Engineering Drawings

GD&T

Tolerance Analysis

Prototype Development

Mechanical Testing

Failure Analysis

Manufacturing Processes

Process Optimization

Troubleshooting

Design Validation

Quality Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Siemens NX

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Russell Tobin is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support development and optimization of advanced manufacturing and additive manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include 3D CAD modeling, prototyping, testing, and design validation across components and assemblies.

The role emphasizes hands-on design experience, familiarity with additive manufacturing technologies, and deep knowledge of DFMs and manufacturing processes.