Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Nuevo Laredo, MX, 88285
About the Role
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to support the design, development, and validation of mechanical components and assemblies used in electronic and hardware systems. This role involves working on multiple projects simultaneously, collaborating across engineering and manufacturing teams, and contributing to products from concept through production.
The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail oriented, and comfortable working in a fastpaced environment with high customer visibility and short development cycles.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and execute multiple mechanical design projects concurrently while meeting schedule and cost objectives
- Design, develop, and test mechanical components, equipment, and assemblies
- Apply sound engineering principles to create robust, manufacturable product designs
- Build and evaluate models, prototypes, and test fixtures
- Support fabrication, installation, operation, and repair of mechanical products as needed
- Troubleshoot manufacturing, assembly, and design issues and implement corrective actions
- Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) best practices
- Support regulatory compliance and validation testing activities
- Coordinate with suppliers for component sourcing and fabrication
- Provide clear status updates and technical documentation
- Assist with training and development of engineers and drafters
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to resolve engineering issues
Qualifications (Required)
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks or equivalent)
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Experience with plastic manufacturing technologies, particularly for PCB and electronics packaging
- Experience with regulatory compliance and validation testing
- Strong understanding of DFM/DFA principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Visio, and PowerPoint
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel and meet aggressive timelines
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with formal product development processes, including configuration management and engineering change control
- Experience working in an interdisciplinary team
- Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks
- Experience designing plastic enclosures
- Experience in FDM/FFF 3D printing
Contribution Level
This position operates with moderate guidance, performing a range of straightforward to moderately complex engineering assignments while continuing to build technical depth, organizational knowledge, and customer understanding .