Senior Mechanical Engineer

Andrews Cooper; Redmond (WA); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours and locations

Medical, dental, life and disability

401k with employer contribution

Educational reimbursement

Paid time off + holidays

Job summary

Andrews Cooper is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design and development of high-precision electro-mechanical assemblies. You will work with HW Engineering, Human Factors and R&D to solve early-stage ergonomic challenges and advance product realization.

The role requires strong proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks/NX/Creo), hands-on prototyping, and the ability to manage multiple work streams while communicating effectively with the team.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent; MSME is a plus.
• 6+ years mechanical design engineering experience including early-stage conceptual design and low-to-mid volume manufacturing.
• 3+ years systems-level engineering with complex electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, NX, or Creo Parametric.
• Willing to travel up to 20%.
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Background checks are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead rapid-prototyping efforts delivering multiple iterations of concepts quickly.
• Drive end-to-end discussions on system assembly design, prototyping, equipment & tooling needs for high-precision evaluation and compliance.
• Apply engineering know-how in thermodynamics, precision mechanism design and motion control.
• Execute multiple streams of work and balance priorities to meet timelines.
• Collaborate with HW Engineering, Human Factors and R&D to solve early-stage ergonomics challenges.
• Design and build platforms and tools leveraging ergonomic/anthropometric considerations across hardware.
• Own investigations and maturation of ergonomic design approaches within AR/VR products.
• Communicate complex design ideas using 3D CAD, 2D sketches and prototyping.

Skills

Mechanical design engineering

Systems-level engineering

Ergonomics & anthropometrics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

MSME (a plus)

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

Creo Parametric

Job description

SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER

At Andrews Cooper, we specialize in delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions in the HardTech space, partnering with industry leaders in Consumer Technology, Medical Technology, Clean Technology, and Automation & Robotics. With a mission to solve novel, ambiguous challenges, we help our customers achieve significant differentiation and success in their industries. Our people-first culture is built on the core values of Own It, Help Each Other Win, and Be Cool, creating an environment where engineers can build fulfilling careers while delivering exceptional work.

The Core Values we embody

• Help Each Other Win—AC values winning as a team over personal recognition. Go out of your way to help a teammate and the team succeed.
• Own It—Don’t wait for someone else to clear the way. Recognize opportunities to improve, and when obstacles arise, join forces to overcome them.
• Be Cool—Be self-aware, maintain a positive attitude, prioritize emotional intelligence, and maintain composure under pressure.

If you’re passionate about solving complex engineering problems, collaborating with forward-thinking teams, and making an impact in the world of Hardware Technology, Andrews Cooper is the place for you.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a similar degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience in a related field. MSME is a plus.
• 6+ years of mechanical design engineering experience, including early-stage conceptual design, detailed design for low-to-mid volume manufacturing and assembly, knowledge of the state of the art of sensing paradigms for ergonomic and anthropometric evaluation.
• 3+ years of systems-level engineering experience with complex integrated electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Proficiency with general ME CAD tools: SolidWorks, NX, or Creo Parametric.
• Up to 20% of travel may be required between locations.
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Background checks are required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with FEA simulation and analysis methods for thermal analysis, tolerance analysis, test and measurement data analysis.
• Understanding of biosensing or equivalent analog electrical systems.
• Familiar with thermodynamics/heat-transfer and how that affects consumer product comfort.
• Experience within the Human Factors domain and biomechanics research.
• Experience with manufacturing techniques such as injection-molding, DMLS 3D Printing, CNC machining, and soft goods casting for materials such as silicones, plastics, metals, etc.
• Familiar with 3D human scan data to analyze and describe morphological variations.
• Ability to leverage and manage external teams (CM/Vendors) to maximize throughput and efficiency for complex component fabrication.
• Highly organized and ability to present data using visual tools (graphs, animations, google docs, etc.) in clear and informative ways to the immediate team.
• Capable of managing large-scale R&D projects from ideation to implementation.
• Documenting best practices, SOPs, and validating design intent.
• Proficiency in presenting engineering designs, proposals, and reports.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead rapid-prototyping efforts that will deliver multiple iterations of concepts in a short period of time.
• Drive end-to-end discussions on system assembly design, prototyping, equipment & tooling needs for high precision ergonomic evaluation, and compliance requirements.
• Apply engineering knowhow in the areas of thermodynamics, precision mechanism design and motion control.
• Ability to execute multiple streams of work simultaneously and independently balance and prioritize project workload to ensure success against timeline constraints.
• Collaborate with HW Engineering, Human Factors, and R&D teams to identify and solve complex early-stage challenges related to ergonomics, employing mechanical and electro-mechanical design and fabrication skills.
• Design and build platforms and tools that can be leveraged across the hardware organization that build upon your expertise in ergonomic and anthropometric considerations for product realization.
• Own or contribute to the investigation and technology maturation of various ergonomic design approaches within AR/VR products.
• Effectively employ 3D computer aided design (CAD), 2D sketching, and advanced prototyping techniques to clearly communicate complex design ideas.

Why join the Andrews Cooper team? This is a full-time position with compensation, benefits, and work positives, including:

• Flexible work hours and locations (Bothell, WA, Lake Oswego, OR, McMinnville, OR, and Corvallis, OR).
• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), employee assistance programs (EAP), and dependent savings accounts (DSA).
• Paid leave for maternity and paternity for birth or adoption.
• Generous PTO for vacation, sick, community service, and 8 paid holidays.
• In-office snacks, coffee, and sponsored lunches.
• 401k retirement plan with 3% employer contribution.
• Access to hands‑on mentorship to advance professional skills and an educational reimbursement.

The salary range for this position is based on national rates. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Base Salary: $104,000.00 - $170,000.00. Andrews Cooper is an equal‑opportunity employer.