Mechatronics Engineer — From Concept to Production

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Holidays

Sick time

Medical and dental benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Hummingbird Scientific is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer to join our team and contribute to instrumentation for scientific research. You will own the design and testing of complete mechanical and mechatronics systems from concept through release.

We value professionals with strong CAD skills (SolidWorks), GD&T, and hands-on electronics experience. The role is on-site in Lacey, WA, with a path toward impactful, production-ready solutions.

Qualifications

• Design, build and test integrated mechatronics systems.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles (kinematics, dynamics).
• 2D/3D CAD expertise (SolidWorks or equivalent).
• Proficiency with mechanical drawings and GD&T.
• Understanding of electronics design, testing, and hands-on electrical systems implementation.
• Ability to own projects and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of designing and testing complete mechanical/mechatronics systems from concept to release.
• Work as part of a global engineering team to deliver production-ready instrumentation.
• Translate first principles into robust, manufacturable solutions.

Skills

Mechatronics system design

Mechanical design principles

Kinematics and dynamics

Ownership of projects

Electronics concepts

Hands-on testing

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 instrumentation for scientific research. You will own the design and testing of complete mechanical and mechatronics systems from concept through release.

We value professionals with strong CAD skills (SolidWorks), GD&T, and hands-on electronics experience. The role is on-site in Lacey, WA, with a path toward impactful, production-ready solutions.