Mechanical Engineer: From Concept to Mass Production (NPI)

BYD; Bodega Bay (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BYD America Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Engineer who can drive products from idea to mass production, focusing on enclosures and structural parts. The role blends hands-on engineering with customer engagement and cross‑functional coordination across design, procurement and sales teams.

You will partner with clients to define feasible product requirements, perform DFM/DFA reviews, and support early supplier engagements to meet cost and timeline goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering.
• 3–5 years in mechanical product development or project engineering in OEM/manufacturing environments.
• Hands‑on with mass production methods (CNC, stamping, casting, surface treatment).
• Familiar with CAD tools such as SolidWorks/Creo and basic GD&T knowledge.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers and component suppliers across Asia.
• Willingness to travel to manufacturing partners and client sites; onsite role.
• Mandarin bilingual proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end mechanical component lifecycle from concept to mass production.
• Serve as technical liaison between design, procurement, sales and customers.
• Collaborate with clients to translate requirements into feasible designs and manufacturability.
• Support pricing and supplier negotiations with technical input.
• Lead or support NPI activities and factory readiness.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project engineering

CAD tools

GD&T

Mass production

Vendor liaison

Asia suppliers

NPI involvement

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

BYD America Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Engineer who can drive products from idea to mass production, focusing on enclosures and structural parts. The role blends hands-on engineering with customer engagement and cross‑functional coordination across design, procurement and sales teams.

You will partner with clients to define feasible product requirements, perform DFM/DFA reviews, and support early supplier engagements to meet cost and timeline goals.