Senior Mechanical Engineer

SiLC Technologies, Inc; Monrovia (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SiLC Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to own the detailed mechanical design, integration, analysis and validation of advanced LiDAR products.

This hands-on role converts system requirements into robust, manufacturable hardware and works closely with electrical, optics, photonics, firmware, software, systems and manufacturing teams from concept through production. The role emphasizes precision design, GD&T, thermal and structural analysis, and DFM/DFA, with

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering with 10+ years of experience or MS with 5+ years of experience.
• Strong experience with precision mechanical design, optomechanical integration and hardware development from concept through production.
• GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, materials, machining, sheet metal, castings, molded parts and fastening methods.
• Structural, thermal or dynamic simulation and validation against lab or production data.
• Experience supporting shock, vibration, environmental, reliability or qualification testing.
• SolidWorks and PDM; COMSOL Multiphysics or similar CAE tools.
• Ability to decide trade-offs and communicate across technical teams.
• Experience with precision rotating mechanisms, encoders, scanners or motion-control hardware is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical architectures and detailed designs for LiDAR assemblies, including precision structures, enclosures, mounts, scanners and electro-optical packaging.
• Integrate lasers, optics, photonic components, electronics, thermal solutions and moving mechanisms while protecting alignment and system performance.
• Perform or guide structural, thermal and dynamic analyses; correlate models against characterization and test data.
• Design for shock, vibration, environmental durability, reliability and serviceability; support qualification planning and execution.
• Apply GD&T, tolerance analysis, materials selection and design reviews to achieve precision, robustness and production yield.
• Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials and change documentation using CAD and PLM tools.
• Partner with manufacturing and suppliers on DFM/DFA, cost optimization, tooling, assembly processes, root-cause analysis and production ramp.
• Serve as a technical owner for assigned subsystems, coordinating schedules, risks, decisions and cross-functional trade-offs.
• Contribute to improvements in product architecture, test strategy and engineering processes while mentoring less-experienced engineers.

Skills

Precision design

Optomechanical integration

Hardware development

Cross-functional collaboration

Decision making

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

MS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM

COMSOL Multiphysics

Job description

Company Description SiLC Technologies, Inc. is a machine vision innovator focused on enabling human-like perception for autonomous driving, robotics, smart cameras, and other advanced sensing applications. The company is currently the only provider to successfully integrate an FMCW imaging system onto a cost-effective silicon platform, delivering high-performance perception solutions. Founded in 2018 by silicon photonics industry veterans, SiLC leverages decades of commercial product development and manufacturing experience. Using proprietary silicon-based semiconductor fabrication and standard automated IC-style assembly processes, SiLC delivers robust, compact, and cost-effective products that support a new era of smarter automation.

About the role

Company Description SiLC Technologies, Inc. is a machine vision innovator focused on enabling human-like perception for autonomous driving, robotics, smart cameras, and other advanced sensing applications. The company is currently the only provider to successfully integrate an FMCW imaging system onto a cost-effective silicon platform, delivering high-performance perception solutions. Founded in 2018 by silicon photonics industry veterans, SiLC leverages decades of commercial product development and manufacturing experience. Using proprietary silicon-based semiconductor fabrication and standard automated IC-style assembly processes, SiLC delivers robust, compact, and cost-effective products that support a new era of smarter automation.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will own the detailed mechanical design, integration, analysis and validation of advanced LiDAR products. This hands-on role converts system requirements into robust, manufacturable hardware and works closely with electrical, optics, photonics, firmware, software, systems and manufacturing teams from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical architectures and detailed designs for LiDAR assemblies, including precision structures, enclosures, mounts, scanners and electro-optical packaging.
• Integrate lasers, optics, photonic components, electronics, thermal solutions and moving mechanisms while protecting alignment and system performance.
• Perform or guide structural, thermal and dynamic analyses; correlate models against characterization and test data.
• Design for shock, vibration, environmental durability, reliability and serviceability; support qualification planning and execution.
• Apply GD&T, tolerance analysis, materials selection and design reviews to achieve precision, robustness and production yield.
• Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials and change documentation using CAD and product-data-management tools.
• Partner with manufacturing and suppliers on DFM/DFA, cost optimization, tooling, assembly processes, root-cause analysis and production ramp.
• Serve as a technical owner for assigned subsystems, coordinating schedules, risks, decisions and cross-functional trade-offs.
• Contribute to improvements in product architecture, test strategy and engineering processes while mentoring less-experienced engineers.

Required Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering with 10+ years of experience or MS with 5+ years of experience.
• Strong experience with precision mechanical design, optomechanical integration and hardware development from concept through production.
• Practical knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, materials, machining, sheet metal, castings, molded parts and fastening methods.
• Experience with structural, thermal or dynamic simulation and with validation against laboratory or production test data.
• Experience supporting shock, vibration, environmental, reliability or qualification testing.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and PDM; experience with COMSOL Multiphysics or comparable CAE tools.
• Ability to make sound engineering decisions, document trade-offs and communicate clearly across technical teams.
• Experience with precision rotating mechanisms, encoders, scanners or motion-control hardware is highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with LiDAR, optical sensing, imaging, photonics or semiconductor/laser-based products.
• Knowledge of optical alignment, photonic packaging, thermal control of high-power devices and cleanliness-sensitive assemblies.
• Experience with NPI, supplier qualification, contract manufacturing and sustaining engineering.
• Experience developing products subject to automotive, industrial or other demanding reliability and environmental requirements.
• Experience mentoring engineers and leading technical workstreams without relying on direct reporting authority.

Engineering Tools and Methods

SolidWorks | PDM | COMSOL Multiphysics or equivalent CAE | CAD and drawing release | GD&T | Tolerance analysis | Structural and thermal simulation | Dynamic characterization | Design reviews | DFM/DFA | Reliability engineering | Qualification testing | Root-cause analysis | NPI and manufacturing transfer

Role Scope

• Individual-contributor role with subsystem ownership, cross-functional technical leadership and opportunities to influence product architecture. The position emphasizes hands-on engineering, analytical problem solving, prototype development and production support.