Mechanical Engineering Manager jobs in Seattle, WA

Be on the forefront of a new ground-breaking technology: Cota Real Wireless Power. Spearheaded by a team of highly experienced business leaders and engineers, Ossia offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take one of the most highly anticipated technologies of our time to market. Countless devices across the globe will one day have wireless power, instead of batteries or wires. You will be on the leading edge creating the system for new and clean technology that enables IoT (Internet of Things) devices. Our employees are the key to our success, and we are fortunate to have found some of the best and the brightest. There is not a more inspiring team to work with and no better time than now!

Role

Ossia Inc. is looking for a Manager of Mechanical Engineering who will engage in all aspects of mechanical design and testing. This position will set direction for mechanical engineering as well as functioning as part of the mechanical engineering operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical engineering team, including two people reporting, goal-setting and tracking.
• Function as a contributing team member of the mechanical engineering department with self-assignment of mechanical engineering tasks.
• Implement Arena software and oversee documentation control, part number scheme, revision control.
• Work directly with senior management to set schedules and expectations for long-range planning.
• Own the design/analysis of RF (radio frequency) electronics enclosures, including thermal solutions and design for manufacturing (DFM), simulation and test.
• Support the mechanical design of printed circuit board (PCB) assemblies.
• Design test fixtures using inputs and requirements from the design and test team.
• Source, vet and communicate directly with suppliers for custom parts and assemblies.
• Assemble first article systems, check for fit, train technicians in system assembly.
• Create and maintain bill of materials (BOM), fabrication and assembly drawings for production (using geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)) and create customer-facing documentation.
• Communicate workflow priorities and needs to leadership team and cross-functional collaborators.

Requirements

• 10 years of Mechanical Engineering design experience required; consumer electronics industry environment preferred.
• 7 years direct experience with CAD; Must be proficient in SolidWorks.
• Experience in the mechanical design and manufacturing of printed circuit board assemblies (knowledge of materials, processes, interconnect technologies, RF shield design).
• Proven ability to work in rapidly changing environments with minimal direction; experience working in a start-up is a plus.
• Experience with designing for low cost at mid- to high-volume manufacturing.
• Experience leading reliability, manufacturability, and assembly (DFM/DFA) review.
• Experience designing parts for both additive and subtractive manufacturing for low- and mid-volume (e.g., 3D printing, CNC machining, urethane casting).
• Ability to support (domestic) on-site contract manufacturing and remote international support.
• Experience designing and supporting injection-molded parts for high-volume consumer electronics applications.
• Experience working with ordering and kitting parts for assembly.
• Proven ability to generate one’s own requirements and document assumptions to stay on schedule.
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple work assignments, can maintain a high level of quality under tight schedules.
• Ability to communicate clearly with people from diverse cultures, experience levels and skillsets.
• Excellent organizational skills for documentation and ensuring that all work and knowledge is captured for future use.
• Experience in creating, reviewing, and maintaining engineering drawings.
• Experience designing, simulating and testing thermal cooling solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical design of RF enclosures including shielded housings (emissions, EMC).
• Hands-on experience with thermal simulation using computational fluid dynamics (SolidWorks Flow).
• Experience with PDM administration, preferably SolidWorks PDM.
• Hands-on experience in machine shop environment with manual/CNC machines, hand tools and power tools.

Education

Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering required, advanced degree a plus.

Benefits

Ossia offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Comprehensive insurance plans including a PPO or a partially funded HSA option
• Ossia covers 90% of employee premiums and 50% of dependent premiums
• Generous time off plan including a flexible PTO plan available from your date of hire
• 401k and Roth Plans
• Stock option plans
• Free parking and flexible work environment