Senior Mechanical Engineer II

Axon; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus

401(k) with employer match

Discretionary paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Fitness programs

Emotional & mental wellness support

Learning & development programs

Job summary

A mission-driven technology company in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer II to enhance product development from concept to manufacturing. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 9 years of experience designing high-end consumer electronics. Responsibilities include driving innovation, collaborating with diverse teams, and ensuring designs meet high standards. Competitive benefits including salary, PTO, and wellness programs offered. Relocation assistance is available.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of product design experience in high-end consumer electronic products.
• Knowledge of plastic injection-molded and stamped metal parts.
• Experience designing for high dust/water ingress protection.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovative product development from concept to manufacturing.
• Collaborate with domestic and international stakeholders.
• Construct and analyze high fidelity proof-of-concept prototypes.

Skills

Problem solving

Collaboration

Effective communication

Design for manufacturability

Proficiency with Creo or similar

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

3D CAD software

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer II

Axon, a company on a mission to Protect Life, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer II to drive innovative product development from conceptualization to manufacturing, and to ensure high‑quality, safe, and sustainable products.

Location

Scottsdale, AZ (Relocation Assistance Available)

Responsibilities

• Drive innovative product development from conceptualization to manufacturing
• Utilize creative problem solving skills to lead ideation of new product architectural concepts for subsystem and system level designs
• Construct and analyze high fidelity proof‑of‑concept prototypes
• Perform detailed mechanical analysis to ensure proper function through FEA, tolerance analysis, testing, and other exploratory means
• Collaborate regularly with both domestic and international stakeholders
• Work autonomously and collaboratively in an empowering and fast‑paced environment
• Hone your engineering expertise in a dynamic learning environment focused on personal and professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum 9 years of product design experience in high‑end consumer electronic products
• Proficiency with Creo or similar 3D CAD software
• Knowledge in the design of plastic injection‑molded, stamped metal, die‑cast, and machined parts
• Familiarity with adhesives and bonded joint design
• Experience designing for a high level of dust/water ingress protection
• Experience with PCB/PCBA flex circuit and other electro‑mechanical integration
• Strong DFM/DFA skills, with emphasis on part/assembly tolerance management, to ensure robust designs for high volume manufacturing
• Ability to interpret product requirements and translate into quantifiable engineering deliverables
• Experience preserving Industrial Design artistic intent in mechanical design implementation
• Effective communication and strong presentation skills
• Ability to balance and prioritize conflicting design constraints through analysis, testing, and creativity
• Collaboration with peers in a candid cross‑functional team culture

Benefits

• Competitive salary, bonus, RSUs, and 401(k) with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Fitness programs
• Emotional & mental wellness support
• Learning & development programs
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.

Don't meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we aim far. We think big with a long‑term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Important Notes

1. The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

2. Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

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Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well‑being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

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