Mechanical Engineering Contractor

About MistyWest MistyWest is a hardware engineering consultancy that exists to create novel technologies that enable a healthier planet and bring prosperity to all humankind, with a focus primarily on hardware projects that advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals. At MistyWest, the Mechanical Engineers have the ability to conceptualize and design mechanical parts and systems. They work closely with a multidisciplinary team of project managers, engineers, and designers to complete both product development and research tasks in a variety of industries and market segments. This role requires experience delivering projects from drafting boards to store shelves. The candidate has seen designs go completely sideways and are wiser for it. They have interfaced with contract manufacturers and are familiar with the NPI process. Requirements Solidworks CAD experience (5+ years) Lightweight mechanical design for: molded plastics, machining, sheet metal, carbon fiber, complex surfaces (fairings) Electro-mechanical integration: PCB and component integration into enclosures; specifying custom cables, connectors & routing; custom battery terminal interface Electronics enclosure design: thermal management, sealing, cable glands, robustness, lightweighting DFM/DFA for 1000 units/year Overseas manufacturing vendor communication Thorough design documentation for efficient handoff to contract manufacturer Wearables / soft goods / backpack design & integration [very-nice-to-have] Benefits Highly flexible: negotiate your own rates, hours and work location Hardware & Software Access: MistyWest can provide equipment and software support where needed Try us out! Find out if MistyWest would be a good permanent employer for your needs and career direction Amazing Community: plug into a great local and global community of engineers and product design enthusiasts for events, projects, potential work & personal development

Mechanical Engineers at MistyWest conceptualize and design mechanical parts and systems while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. They are involved in product development and research tasks across various industries.

Candidates must have over 5 years of Solidworks CAD experience and expertise in lightweight mechanical design and electro-mechanical integration. Familiarity with overseas manufacturing and thorough design documentation is also required.

• Highly Flexible • Hardware & Software Access • Amazing Community

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• Solidworks CAD
• Lightweight Mechanical Design
• Electro-Mechanical Integration
• Electronics Enclosure Design
• DFM/DFA
• Overseas Manufacturing Communication
• Design Documentation
• Wearables Design

• Engineering
• Consulting
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Manufacturing
• Technology

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Jan 5, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available