Sr Mechanical Engineer II

Axon; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 142,312 - 227,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Office snacks

Job summary

Axon in San Francisco is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer to own the mechanical design of next-generation life-saving devices from concept to production.

You will design for plastics, stamped metal, die-cast and machined parts; apply DFM/DFA, support PCB/PCBA flex integration, and perform FEA and tolerance analysis with high-volume manufacturing in mind. Required: a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and 9+ years in high-end consumer electronics; Creo proficiency; strong communication

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.
• Design knowledge of plastic injection molded, stamped metal, die‑cast and machined parts.
• Familiarity with adhesives and bonded joint design.
• Experience designing for high dust/water ingress protection.
• Experience with PCB/PCBA flex circuit and other electro-mechanical integration.
• Strong DFM/DFA skills emphasizing tolerance management for high volume manufacturing.
• Ability to translate product requirements into engineering deliverables.
• Preserve Industrial Design artistic intent in mechanical design.
• Effective communication and strong presentation skills.
• Ability to balance conflicting design constraints through analysis and testing.
• Collaborate in a candid cross-functional team culture.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovative product development from conceptualization to manufacturing.
• 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 via FEA and tolerance analysis.
• Collaborate with domestic and international stakeholders.
• Work autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Creo proficiency

DFM/DFA

PCB/PCBA flex integration

Electro‑mechanical integration

High-volume design

Mechanical design

Tolerance analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Creo

Job description

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.

Life at Axon is fast‑paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

Your Impact

Axon is committed to improving public safety by developing cutting‑edge, innovative technologies. Known for developing the original TASER energy weapon, the Axon engineering team is tasked with continual excellence to keep the organization at the forefront of the market. Sr. Mechanical Design Engineers at Axon have full design ownership over next generation life‑saving technology from conceptualization through production, whose work is highly visible to even the most senior executives. Our passionate leadership and cross‑functional collaboration with product managers, electrical engineers, industrial designers, and manufacturing teams is vital to the success of the team and ensuring the safety of the general public for generations to come.

What You’ll Do

• 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

What You Bring

• 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 that Benefit You

• Competitive salary, bonus, RSUs, and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Fitness programs
• Emotional & mental wellness support
• Snacks in the offices

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

Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, geographic market, and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life.

Base Pay Range: $142,312 – $227,700 USD

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 anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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

We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent—regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances—and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email [e-mail]. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.