Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Anatomage Inc.; Santa Clara, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision

401K with employer matching

PTO and paid holidays

Casual work culture

Team lunches and snacks

Job summary

Anatomage Inc. is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead complex design projects from concept through prototyping and production. You will collaborate with leadership and cross‑functional teams to deliver manufacturable, reliable products and mentor junior engineers.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of mechanical design experience, strong SolidWorks skills, and a proven ability to take projects from idea to production in a fast-paced, on-site environment in Santa Clara.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of mechanical design and product development experience.
• Strong understanding of design principles, materials, tolerances, and manufacturability.
• Hands-on prototyping, testing, iteration and production experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex mechanical systems from concept to production.
• Translate open‑ended concepts into practical engineering solutions.
• Create 3D CAD models, assemblies, drawings, specs and documentation.
• Own design decisions including materials, tolerances, interactions, cost and reliability.
• Build, modify and test prototypes to validate concepts and guide design improvements.
• Lead iterative design processes based on tests, analyses and performance results.
• Evaluate concepts, feasibility studies, trade-offs and technical approaches.
• Apply engineering analysis to mechanical, thermal and other challenges as applicable.
• Incorporate design-for-manufacturing with manufacturing partners for production-ready designs.
• Collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, product and field service teams.
• Lead design reviews and mitigate technical risks throughout development.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to peers.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Ambiguous/open-ended projects

Hands-on prototyping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Who is Anatomage?

Founded in 2004, Anatomage is a world-leading health care technology company. Anatomage is committed to transcending the limitations of existing medical education with innovative products that elevate the teaching and learning process. Our staff is relentlessly committed to quality and customer satisfaction, striving to make sure our customers realize the full benefits of our unique products.

Anatomage is the global 3D medical application leader. Our products are currently installed and used in thousands of universities, institutions, clinics, and hospitals all over the US and world-wide. The Anatomage Table is the most technologically advanced 3D anatomy visualization system for anatomy education and is being adopted by many of the world’s leading medical schools and institutions.

About the Role:

As aSenior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will take ownership of complex and open-ended mechanical engineering projects at Anatomage. You will work closely with company leadership and cross-functional teams to turn concepts and ideas into functional, manufacturable products.

The ideal candidate is a highly experienced and hands‑on engineer who can independently take a project from initial concept and design through prototyping, testing, iteration, and production. This role requires strong technical judgment, creativity, and the ability to solve problems when requirements and solutions are not always clearly defined.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex mechanical systems, products, components, and technologies from concept through production.
• Translate high‑level and open‑ended concepts from company leadership into practical engineering solutions.
• Develop 3D CAD models, assemblies, detailed drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Take ownership of mechanical design decisions, including materials, tolerances, component interactions, manufacturability, cost, and reliability.
• Design, build, modify, and test physical prototypes to validate concepts and identify design improvements.
• Lead iterative design processes based on prototype testing, analysis, and performance results.
• Develop and evaluate engineering concepts, feasibility studies, design trade‑offs, and technical approaches.
• Apply engineering analysis and problem‑solving techniques to address mechanical, structural, thermal, fluid, and other technical challenges as applicable.
• Incorporate design‑for‑manufacturing principles and work closely with manufacturing partners and suppliers to develop production‑ready designs.
• Work cross‑functionally with engineering, manufacturing, product, field service, and other teams to resolve technical issues and improve products.
• Lead technical discussions, design reviews, and engineering decisions for assigned projects.
• Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies throughout the product development process.
• Support the development and improvement of medical and educational products and technologies.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers and team members.
• Evaluate new technologies, materials, components, and manufacturing methods for potential application to Anatomage products.
• Communicate technical concepts, recommendations, project status, and design decisions clearly through written documentation and presentations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.
• 7+ years of professional experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Strong proficiency with 3D CAD software such asSolidWorksor similar platforms.
• Demonstrated experience taking products from concept through prototype and/or production.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, tolerances, and manufacturing processes.
• Hands‑on experience building, testing, troubleshooting, and iterating physical prototypes.
• Experience designing mechanical components, assemblies, and mechanisms.
• Ability to work effectively on ambiguous, open‑ended projects with limited initial direction.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to independently manage projects and priorities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Comfortable working in a fully on‑site, hands‑on engineering environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with rapid prototyping, 3D printing, machining, CNC, or other fabrication methods.
• Experience designing for injection molding, sheet metal, machining, or other production processes.
• Experience with electromechanical products or systems.
• Experience working in a startup or fast‑paced product development environment.
• Experience mentoring or providing technical leadership to other engineers.
• Strong portfolio of mechanical design/product development work.

What We Offer

• Health, Dental, and Vision care for you and your family
• 401K savings plan with employer matching
• Generous PTO leave and paid holidays
• Casual work culture
• Team bonding activities, catered lunches, free snacks in office

Anatomage is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not offer H1B Sponsorship at this time. Local candidates preferred.

Who is Anatomage?

Founded in 2004, Anatomage is a world-leading health care technology company. Anatomage is committed to transcending the limitations of existing medical education with innovative products that elevate the teaching and learning process. Our staff is relentlessly committed to quality and customer satisfaction, striving to make sure our customers realize the full benefits of our unique products.

Anatomage is the global 3D medical application leader. Our products are currently installed and used in thousands of universities, institutions, clinics, and hospitals all over the US and world-wide. The Anatomage Table is the most technologically advanced 3D anatomy visualization system for anatomy education and is being adopted by many of the world’s leading medical schools and institutions.

About Anatomage

Anatomage has been financially robust and growing for 18 consecutive years. Doctors world-wide have enthusiastically responded to the company’s products, making us a market leader and setting the industry standard. Currently, thousands of clinics and hospitals use Anatomage's software for patient diagnosis and treatment planning. Leading radiology equipment companies use Anatomage’s software as a key component in their systems.

Anatomage offers the world’s first and only life‑sized virtual dissection table. Students can learn anatomy and physiology using highly interactive and accurate real human‑based digital data. Institutions can offer high quality education without worrying about chemicals, facility costs, and regulatory issues. Hundreds of schools have adopted the Anatomage Table as the main teaching tool for students.

At Anatomage, there is an opportunity to work alongside the best in the field. With a diverse group of people from various technical, clinical, and artistic backgrounds, Anatomage provides a culture where distinguished individuals can work and collaborate in an organic manner. Our team members all bring unique strengths and talents to their group and embrace each other's diverse perspectives. Anatomage offers a distinct work experience with an exceptional opportunity to develop careers. Our philosophy is to foster a dynamic work environment, and we are proud to let our employees' knowledge and responsibilities grow with the company.