Contract Mechanical Design Engineer Job at Simplexity Product Development, Seattle, WA

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  • Simplexity Product Development
  • Seattle, WA

Job Description

Simplifying the Complex. Simplexity is a product development engineering firm, hired by leading technology companies to design their next generation products. In an industry of overly-complex design and production, we strive for simplicity, reducing product cost and improving reliability for our clients through our Product Development Process.

Simplexity promotes an inclusive work environment with equitable opportunities for all employees. We believe collaboration is the key to innovation as ideas are shared across multidisciplinary platforms where diverse perspectives are always welcome. Simplexity has a firm belief that when individual parts are brought together, connected, and allowed to interact, an even better system with its own properties and processes emerges.

We are seeking a contract Mechanical Design Engineer with new product development experience.   This position is ideal for someone who has a strong technical background and years of experience in designing with 3D CAD.

POSTION DESCRIPTION
  • Design and integration of complex mechanical systems
  • Problem solving and design solutions that incorporate injection-molded plastic, machined, 3D printed, off-the-shelf, and sheet metal parts
  • Identify appropriate manufacturing methods for prototyping and production  
  • Evaluate prototypes to test specifications and then improve upon the design  
  • Work closely and communicate regularly with clients to keep stakeholders apprised of project status, issues, design decisions, and risks  
  • This position requires you to work on site at Simplexity’s client office in Bellevue for at least 3 days per week and more when significant integration activities are taking place.
  • Full-time anticipated through the end of 2024 and possibly beyond, depending on performance and business needs.
  • You would be working with a team of 2 other mechanical engineers under the guidance of a project manager at the client site.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical degree from an accredited four-year university.  
  • 4+ years of relevant, professional engineering experience.   
  • Very proficient knowledge of Creo Parametric 3D modeling required (no beginners please).
  • Proficient in plastic part design for injection molding, ID driven enclosures.
  • Willingness to manage all aspects of design from concept to prototyping/manufacturing, including detailed 2D drawings using GD&T standards .
  • Excellent organization and analytical skills combined with attention to detail. Ability to prioritize and plan effectively.  
  • Have a positive attitude and focus on client success.  
  • Ethical and honest in every part of the job.  
PLUSES TO HAVE
  • Robotics and instrumentation design experience
  • Mechatronics, electronics knowledge, and programming 
  • Finite Element Analysis, Computation Flow Dynamics, or experience in other simulation packages   
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Two type of contractor roles will be considered:

1. 1099 contractors (have your own registered consulting/contracting business)
  • Hourly rate $100 - $130/hr, depending on experience
  • No benefits, holidays, or paid time off (PTO) included
2. W-2 contractor (employee of Simplexity)
  • Hourly rate $75 - $95/hr , depending on experience
  • Excellent Healthcare plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision) fully paid for by the company for the employee; partial payment for dependents  
  • 401(k) plan with company match after 1,000 hours of service
  • Long-term and short-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance  
  • No holidays or PTO
  • Paid Sick Time eligible on the 90th day of employment, accruing 1 hour for each 40 hours worked

If applicant prefers a salaried position with holidays and paid time off, that will be considered, although at a lower rate and still offered as a contract role for this particular project.

No recruiters please. 

Job location is in Bellevue, Washington.

Simplexity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.  

*** Please be advised that Simplexity Product Development will never ask you to respond to a non-SimplexityPD domain such as a gmail, ymail, hotmail, etc. If you suspect that you have been contacted by someone impersonating Simplexity Product Development who is using a fraudulent email address, please do not reply. If you are not sure, please fill out a contact form at  to report the incident. ***

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