Senior Mechanical Engineer

Arxlight; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Arxlight is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer in Oakland, California. In this role, you'll design, develop, and analyze mechanical systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and cost-effective engineering solutions. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 4 years of experience, proficiency in CAD software like SolidWorks or AutoCAD, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This position is critical for continuous improvement in performance and design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with 4 years of experience.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and materials.
• Proficiency with CAD software like SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and analyze mechanical systems, components, and products.
• Create and review technical drawings and specifications.
• Perform simulations and stress analyses to validate designs.

Skills

Mechanical design principles

CAD software proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Creo

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and improving mechanical systems and components. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, reliable, and cost-effective engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and analyze mechanical systems, components, and products
• Create and review technical drawings, specifications, and documentation
• Perform simulations, calculations, and stress/thermal analyses to validate designs
• Build, test, and evaluate prototypes; troubleshoot and resolve design issues
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and project teams to ensure designs are producible and compliant
• Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and safety requirements
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for performance, reliability, and cost reduction
• Participate in design reviews and contribute technical expertise throughout the product lifecycle

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with 4 YOE
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and materials
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo, or similar)
• Experience with engineering analysis tools and methods
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Familiarity with GD&T, FEA, and/or CFD
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements