NPI Mechanical Engineer - full time /Direct hire (onsite)

Maxonic Inc.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an NPI Mechanical Engineer to work onsite in Fremont, CA. The role entails collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing product transitions to production, and providing design for manufacturability feedback. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and strong analytical and communication skills, with at least 3 years of engineering experience. Salary and benefits are competitive, and candidates are encouraged to apply with their resume.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional mechanical engineering experience.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, including dimensional tolerances and GD&T.
• Understanding of sheet metal and plastic part production.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D and manufacturing.
• Analyze and resolve mechanical engineering issues.
• Manage and guide the transition of NPI products into production.

Skills

Knowledge of server, storage, and PC products

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Proficiency in CAD tools (Creo/Pro-E)

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Measuring tools (calipers, altimeters)

Job description

NPI Mechanical Engineer - Direct Hire (Onsite)

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Job Description

Job Title: NPI Mechanical Engineer

Job Type: Full-time

Job Location: Fremont, CA or Nashville, TN

Work Schedule: Onsite

The Mechanical Engineer (Level 2) works with local manufacturing teams and Taiwan-based design teams to resolve mechanical issues in a timely manner and ensure smooth product development and production support. This role supports new product introduction (NPI), fixture and component design, and continuous improvements in manufacturability and assembly.

This position is part of the Engineering Services team, which works across departments to support the engineering and operation teams with technical expertise in electronics, operational software, and systems integration.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, and customer support.
• Analyze and resolve mechanical engineering issues, coordinating with design teams to determine root causes.
• Manage and guide the transition of NPI products into production, ensuring manufacturability and assembly readiness.
• Design and validate testing fixtures, jigs, and mechanical components to support new projects and production needs.
• Provide design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and design-for-assembly (DFA) feedback to improve product quality and efficiency.
• Review mechanical drawings and specifications for accuracy, tolerance, and compliance with company standards.
• Perform mechanical stress, fit, and tolerance analyses to ensure reliability and performance.
• Conduct failure analysis and propose corrective actions for mechanical and structural issues.
• Support tooling, sheet metal, and plastic component design, fabrication, and inspection.
• Document and update SOPs, work instructions, and test plans.
• Support factory teams in the U.S. by bridging communication between Taiwan design teams and local production teams.
• Participate in cost reduction and process improvement initiatives related to mechanical design and manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience with server, storage, and/or PC products.
• Familiarity with creating server assembly SOPs for production lines.
• Skill in using measuring tools such as calipers and altimeters.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, including dimensional tolerances and GD&T.
• Understanding sheet metal product production and inspection; familiarity with NCT and hard tooling manufacturing is desirable.
• Understanding of plastic part production and inspection; familiarity with mold-up and hard tooling processes is desirable.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., Creo/Pro-E) preferred.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional mechanical engineering experience.
• Ability to walk and stand on cement floors for extended periods.
• Ability to stoop, bend, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

About Maxonic

Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning recruiting team is specialized by technology, dedicated to listening, and seeks to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We proudly have placed over 10,000 candidates and have received repeat business from satisfied clients.

Interested in Applying?

Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Pramod Kumar ([e-mail] / 408- 400- 2327) for more details.