Mechatronics Engineer

Hummingbird Scientific; Lacey (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical and dental benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Hummingbird Scientific seeks a Mechatronics Engineer to design and test complete mechanical and mechatronics systems, taking ownership from concept to production.

The role requires 3–5 years in mechatronics or mechanical engineering, with SolidWorks CAD and LabVIEW experience, and a passion for first-principles problem solving. This on-site position in Lacey, WA offers growth in a globally distributed engineering team.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering required; 3–5 years of industry experience preferred.
• 2D/3D CAD proficiency with SolidWorks or equivalent; strong drafting skills.
• Experience designing and testing integrated mechatronics systems from concept to release.

Responsibilities

• Own the design, testing, and validation of complete mechanical/mechatronics systems.
• Lead from concept through final release and product testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage project timelines.

Skills

Mechatronics design

CAD (SolidWorks)

GD&T & drawings

Electronics integration

Ownership & timelines

Education

BS in Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering

MS or PhD is a plus

Tools

SolidWorks

LabVIEW

Job description

Hummingbird Scientific is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of instrumentation aimed to advance scientific research. This role is ideal for experienced professionals with a background in mechatronics or precision engineering. If you're passionate about system design, enjoy solving complex problems, and like working from the first principles, this is the role for you.

As a Mechatronics Engineer at Hummingbird Scientific, you'll be a part of a global engineering team. You’ll take full ownership of designing and testing complete mechanical / mechatronics systems - from initial concept through final release and product testing.

Key Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in designing, building and testing integrated mechatronics systems
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles (Kinematics, Dynamics, System Design)
• 2D/3D CAD expertise – SolidWorks or equivalent
• Proficiency with mechanical drawings and GD&T
• Understanding of electronics, electronics design, testing, and hands-on electrical systems implementation.
• Committed individual who takes ownership of projects and timeline

Education and Experience:

• BS in Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering, MS or PhD is a plus
• 3 - 5 years of industry experience
• Professional experience in LabVIEW or equivalent product software development

Optional Qualifications:

• Background in precision engineering is a plus
• Prior experience in scientific instrumentation or research environments.
• Product testing experience
• Build precision tools used by top universities, national labs, and research institutions worldwide
• Be part of a team that values technical rigor, curiosity, and cross-functional collaboration
• See your work go from concept to production and directly impact the global scientific community
• Enjoy competitive compensation and a supportive work environment designed for growth

Compensation: Hummingbird Scientific offers a generous compensation package based on experience and demonstrated capabilities.Benefits include paid vacation, holidays, sick time, medical and dental benefits as well as a company 401(k) plan.

Job Location: This job is located on-site in Lacey, WA

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