Mechanical Engineer II

Goddard; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Parental leave

Company events

Job summary

Goddard in San Diego is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II with 3-5 years of hands-on experience to translate ideas into real products. You’ll design, test, and refine mechanical concepts, balancing function, aesthetics, and cost, while collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

This hybrid role requires 2–4 days in the office each week and occasional travel to local client sites. You'll work with SolidWorks, perform GD&T, and contribute to design for manufacturing, robotics, automation, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Experience in mechanical design and DFX with sheet metal, weldments, or plastics.
• Familiarity with robotics, automation, or medical devices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design, drafting, test, analysis and documentation tasks to support product success.
• Apply engineering principles across multiple industries.
• Work with clients and as a key member on project teams.
• Communicate clearly with team members, senior management, and the client throughout the project.
• Stay current with product development, production, and rapid prototyping methodologies.
• Identify and flag potential technical risks with the team.
• Monitor project progress and assist in major problem resolutions.
• Keep all privileged information private and confidential.
• Be proficient in SolidWorks CAD package.
• Travel as-needed (valid driver’s license and vehicle required).

Skills

Mechanical design

DFX

2D drawing (GD&T a plus)

PLM

Tolerance analysis

Sustaining engineering

Robotics & automation

Medical devices

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

GD&T software

Job description

Our Mission

Through inspired engineering and design, we deliver outstanding solutions that positively impact lives. We use an interdisciplinary development process that combines our diverse engineering experience with creative industrial design solutions. We succeed when our partners succeed – it’s all about solving the most complex challenges by creating transformative technology.

Our Mission

Through inspired engineering and design, we deliver outstanding solutions that positively impact lives. We use an interdisciplinary development process that combines our diverse engineering experience with creative industrial design solutions. We succeed when our partners succeed – it’s all about solving the most complex challenges by creating transformative technology.

Our Culture And People

At Goddard, our most important asset is our people. We don't just work together; we thrive together. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and mutual support. We believe in taking exceptionally good care of each other because great teams build great solutions. If you are someone who embodies the values of accountability, inspiration, dedication, efficiency, innovation, integrity, quality, and reliability, we want you on our team. Come be a part of a workplace where your ideas are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your contributions make a real impact. Join us in shaping the future of transformative technology – together.

The Role

• The Mechanical Engineer II will have 3-5 years of relevant experience as defined below. We seek engineers who are excited to bring ideas to life through thoughtful, hands‑on design. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to develop and test mechanical concepts, from overall packaging strategies to detailed mechanisms and components, while balancing function, aesthetics, and cost. This is a hybrid position where most weeks will require between 2 and 4 days in‑office, with the potential for frequent travel to local client sites.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a variety of design, drafting, test, analysis and documentation tasks in support of product success.
• Application of engineering principles in a variety of industries.
• Work well with clients and as a key member on project teams.
• Communicate clearly with team members, senior management, and the client throughout the project.
• Be a positive and success‑oriented individual who is familiar with the latest product development, production, and rapid prototype methodologies.
• Work with team members to identify and flag potential technical risks.
• Remain apprised of the progress of certain projects, paying particular attention to any developing problems, and participate in major problem resolutions.
• Keep all privileged information private and confidential.
• Be proficient in the latest version of SolidWorks CAD package.
• Travel as‑needed (valid driver’s license and vehicle required).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field
• Mechanical design and DFX, with experience in design and/or manufacturing at least one of: sheet metal, weldments or injection‑molded plastics
• Experience with robotics and automation and/or medical devices
• 2D drawing creation (GD&T a plus)
• PLM
• Tolerance analysis
• Sustaining engineering

Our Benefits

Flexible Time Off: Benefit from our generous flexible time off policy. We also provide sick leave and bereavement time because we understand that not all time off is for fun.

Retirement Savings: Invest in your future with a 401(k)-retirement plan. Goddard contributes 3% of your annual salary directly into your 401(k) account—regardless of your own contributions.

Health Coverage: Access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family. Goddard contributes 80% of monthly premiums for all medical plan options.

Family Support: To take the time you need to welcome the newest member of your family, Goddard offer 6 weeks fully paid parental leave with support of PFML state programs.

Company Engagement: Engage with your colleagues through a variety of regular company and team events, including weekly social hours, Athletic Club outings, and department outings.

The Pay Range For This Role Is

80,000 - 100,000 USD per year(San Diego Office)