Mechanical Validation Engineer

Quest Global; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company in California seeks an experienced Mechanical Validation Engineer to develop and execute test plans for wearables. You will work closely with design and engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle, from prototype to production, ensuring robust mechanical validation. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of related experience and strong knowledge of mechanical test methods. This role offers opportunities for process improvements and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical validation or testing, preferably in consumer electronics.
• Familiarity with product development cycles from prototype to production.
• Experience with failure analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed mechanical validation test plans for wearables.
• Document and communicate test results, issues, and recommendations.
• Drive resolution of mechanical issues by collaborating with engineering teams.

Skills

Mechanical test methods

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Test equipment

Data acquisition systems

Job description

• Develop and execute detailed mechanical validation test plans for wearables, covering different areas of lifecycle testing.
• Define validation scope, objectives, and deliverables for each product phase (from prototype to production).
• Set up and maintain test fixtures, equipment, and prototype devices for validation activities.
• Work with design, hardware, and manufacturing teams to align on validation requirements and schedules.
• Participate in design reviews, provide feedback on mechanical robustness, and suggest design improvements based on test results.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to identify failure modes and root causes.
• Document and communicate test results, issues, and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Drive resolution of mechanical issues by collaborating with engineering teams during validation phases.
• Proactively unblock teams and adjust focus areas to ensure timely issue closure.
• Contribute to process improvements in validation methodologies, test automation, and lab infrastructure.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies in mechanical validation for wearables.

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience in mechanical validation or testing, preferably in consumer electronics or wearables.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical test methods (drop, shock, vibration, thermal, humidity, IP, etc.).
• Experience with test equipment, data acquisition systems, and failure analysis.
• Familiarity with product development cycles (proto to PVT) and cross‑functional project execution.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with risk management and process improvement.