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Kalogon, a smart seating startup ks a top notch Mechanical Engineer to help us expand our product lines as we adapt our seating technology for new customers. The ideal candidate will have experience with design for manufacture with injection molded assembly, ideally with consumer or medical device products.What You'll DoDesign & DevelopmentDesigning injection moldable assemblies and supporting the production handoffCreate detailed 3D models, assemblies, and technical drawings using OnshapeFocus on electromechanical assembly design and work with electronics designer and product to figure out efficient integrated solutions for electromechanical systemsDevelop and maintaluding specifications, test procedures, assembly instructions, and technical reports to meet criteria for inclusion in required reportingUnderstand the impact of different material choices on product lifecycle, durability, and how this impacts what your design choices areTranslate product design requirements into thoughtful mechanical designs and solutions to meet customer needsWork with Engineering team leader on deciding the right process for prototyping and volume production of partsCollaborate with cross-functional teams touching every part of the businessProject ManagementManage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget constraintsCoordinate with suppliers, vendors, and manufacturing partners to ensure design feasibility and cost-effectivenessParticipate k assessments, and failure analysis investigationsPresent thorough project updates to stakeholders and managementCultivate empathy with end users and ensure you understand their perspective and how it applies to your workIdentify opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction initiativesContribute to the development of engineering standards and proceduresSupport manufacturing processes and resolve production-related technical issuesTesting & ValidationDesign and execute test protocols to validate product performance, reliability, and safetyAnalyze test data and implement design improvements based on findingsSupport prototype development and participate in design verification activitiesTroubleshoot technical issues and implement corrective actionsSkills & Experience RequiredEducation & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fieldMinimum 4 years of professional mechanical engineering experience with at least 2 full product development cycles under your beltProven track record of successfully completing complex engineering projects from concept to productionFamiliarity and previous collaboration on connected devices controlled by softwareTechnical SkillsProficiency in 3D CAD software (Onshape, SolidWorks, Fusio360, Creo, or similar)Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals including mechanics, thermodynamics, materials science, and manufacturing processesExperience with finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) softwareFamiliarity with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principlesUnderstanding of manufacturing processes including sheet metal design and fabrication, machining, welding, casting, and injection moldingExperience with rapid prototyping technologies (3D printing, CNC machining)Beneficial and Bonus ExperienceMedical device experienceExperience in seating ergonomics or seating engineeringKnowledge of aviation or aerospace seating standards and certification requirementsUnderstanding of software development processes and agile methodologiesPneumatics experience around sealing surface designExport-Control RequirementsTo conform to the U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR: https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/ddtc_public/ddtc_public?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987Role DetailsRole reports to: Engineering ManagerRole works with: Development, Product, Product, Marketing, SalesRole location: with occasional opportunities to work from homeSome travel, estimated as 2 - 4 business trips a yearCompany BenefitsKalogon offers a competitive salary and benefits package.Other benefits include:EquityPTO: 20 days per year (pro-rated based on hire date), then one day added per year of service up to 25 daysHolidays: 5 all team holidays, 3 floating holidays (floating holidays also pro-rated based on start date)401K plan with 3% match, 4% if you contribute 5%Health/medical/dental with ability to add on HSA/FSA/short & long term disability at employee costA chance to change the world of seatingKalogon is an E-Verify employer.People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require a disability-related accommodation for your application, please email us at careers@kalogon.com.Kalogon is the trusted leader ivering inventive seating solutions that eliminate the stresses of sitting. Driven by clinical research, deep customer empathy and rapid product iterations, Kalogon's solutions serve anyone who sits for extended periods, across healthcare, aviation and beyond. Kalogon’s proprietary technology combines real-time sensors, adaptive surfaces and personalized control to restore circulation, protect skin integrity and reduce fatigue. Founded in 2019 and headquartered ., Kalogon manufactures all products in-house.Our team is a blend of experienced tech industry veterans, passionate engineer, and people focused on ways to help folks stay seated and stay healthy. Learn more at www.kalogon.com.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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