Mechanical Fixture Design Engineer (ME)

Socket.dev; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Cupertino, CA is seeking an experienced Mechanical/Mechatronics engineer to design and build precision RF and Analog test equipment for wireless testing in consumer electronics. You will work with a small engineering team, create custom hardware, and manage mechanical designs through supply chain partners, with hands-on responsibilities and close collaboration with vendors.

Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics or 3 years of equivalent practice experience
• 5+ years of experience in product or fixture design in the consumer/enterprise product domain
• Solid mechanical design and hands-on engineering experience
• Proficiency with 2D drawing, GD&T, alignments and 3D CAD modeling
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing automation solutions and robotic systems
• Extensive knowledge of fabrication and manufacturing methods
• Strong problem-solving skills to define and implement solutions for mechanical system validation
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written in English

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a small team of engineers to design and produce precision RF and Analog Test Equipment.
• Support multiple products by creating custom hardware and managing mechanical designs through supply chain partners.
• Engage with vendors and potentially travel for project needs.
• Ensure quality and functionality of test equipment through hands-on engineering and validation.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Mechanical design

5+ years experience

2D drawing

GD&T

3D CAD modeling

Manufacturing automation

Robotics

Fabrication methods

Problem solving

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics or 3 years of equivalent practice experience

Job description

The role involves working with a small team of engineers to design and produce precision RF and Analog Test Equipment for testing various wireless technologies in Apple products. The candidate will support multiple products by creating custom hardware and managing mechanical designs through supply chain partners. This position requires hands‑on engineering experience and strong problem‑solving skills to ensure the quality and functionality of the test equipment. The candidate will also collaborate closely with vendors and may require travel for project needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics or 3 years of equivalent practice experience
• 5+ years of experience in product or fixture design in the consumer/enterprise product domain
• Solid mechanical design and hands‑on engineering experience
• Proficiency with 2D drawing, GD&T, alignments and 3D CAD modeling
• Hands‑on experience with manufacturing automation solutions and robotic systems
• Extensive knowledge of fabrication and manufacturing methods
• Strong problem‑solving skills to define and implement solutions for mechanical system validation
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written in English