Senior Optics Mechanical Engineer - Consumer Imaging

Garmin; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Garmin Benefits

Job summary

Garmin is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for its Portland, OR office to develop and validate complex opto-mechanical systems and deliver designs ready for mass production. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, manufacturability, and cost, and you will mentor junior engineers as needed.

The role emphasizes advanced CAD skills, knowledge of packaging for optical elements, and adherence to GD&T principles, with travel to Garmin factories as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven CAD proficiency for complex mechanical designs including opto-mechanical systems.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Interface with Electrical, Optical, Industrial Design and Process Engineers to balance manufacturing, appearance, and performance.
• Master CAD workflows and complete challenging mechanical designs for Garmin or OEM products.
• Mock up and test opto-mechanical assemblies to verify design requirements and ensure compliance.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Opto-mechanical design

Mentoring

Communication skills

Test planning

Vendor management

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

OnShape

Job description

Garmin is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for its Portland, OR office to develop and validate complex opto-mechanical systems and deliver designs ready for mass production. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, manufacturability, and cost, and you will mentor junior engineers as needed.

The role emphasizes advanced CAD skills, knowledge of packaging for optical elements, and adherence to GD&T principles, with travel to Garmin factories as required.