Job Title : Senior Mechanical Engineer Department: Engineering

Exempt Status : Full-time, Exempt Supervisor: VP of Engineering

Location: Portland, OR

What if we could interact with the digital world just as naturally as we interact with the physical world?

Offering the world’s first washable, stretchable circuits and strain sensors, Liquid Wire brings game changing new capabilities to wearable technology. Unlike conventional flex circuitry, Liquid Wire’s fluid-phase Metal Gel conductor stretches with the body’s movements and reflows back into place without harming device performance. Not only can Liquid Wire circuits host any technology that a traditional PCB can, each stretchable Metal Gel trace also acts as a highly effective linear strain sensor. This allows incredibly precise 3D motion capture anywhere on the body, with circuits so thin and stretchable they are essentially unnoticeable to the wearer.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFFERENCE

The Senior Mechanical Engineer acts as the department head, leading the Mechanical Engineering team in its entirety. This role demands a deep strategic insight, a vision for the future, and the ability to manage both people and projects at a high level. The Senior ME is responsible for ensuring that the department's efforts are on time and on budget while working with the VP of Engineering to establish roadmaps and implement engineering best practices.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

· Oversee the entire Mechanical Engineering department, ensuring projects align with departmental and company objectives.

· Define, manage, and monitor departmental budgets, timelines, and staffing requirements.

· Lead Continuous Improvement efforts to increase efficiency and throughput of the current manufacturing line

Develop new manufacturing processes to reduce costs and support scaling 

Make decisions with the VP of Engineering related to mechanical engineering, determining the direction of research, development, and design efforts.

· Engage in high-level discussions with suppliers, contract manufacturers and other contracted workers to represent the department's interests and forge strategic partnerships.

· Offer mechanical expertise to inform high-level company initiatives and guide company-wide decision-making processes.

· Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of safety, continuous learning and innovation within the team.

• Oversee creation of engineering documentation including design requirements, 3D models, 2D drawings, test plans, and test reports.

· Work within the agile development framework to plan, manage, and track engineering effort.

• Develop and implement effective processes, workflows, and templates to optimize departmental efficiency. 

· Implement facilities improvements, coordinating with contractors and overseeing self-install projects.

YOU ARE

· Excellent at written and oral communication

· A collaborator with clear communication and a positive, results-oriented approach with internal teams and departments.

· Biased toward action.

· Someone with an ownership mentality and takes accountability for the success and quality of work.

· Willing to listen receptively, nonjudgmentally, and want to learn from other people.

· Willing to travel domestically and internationally if required.

· Someone with a keen attention to detail, multitask and work well under pressure.

· Naturally curious, positive, and creative

· A team player who collaborates well with others

YOU HAVE

· BS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.

· Over 10 years of relevant experience, with a proven track record in managerial roles within mechanical engineering.

Minimum 5 years of management experience, either within a ME team or an interdisciplinary engineering team

Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience, flexible electronics manufacturing preferred

Minimum 3 years of design experience.

· Demonstrated leadership abilities, with a history of leading and growing engineering teams.

· Established problem-solving skills in mechanical engineering and solving technical problems amongst disparate fields.

· Comprehensive understanding of industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in the field of mechanical engineering.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS 

This is a full-time, exempt position. The salary is $110,000 – 140,000 DOE

There is an exceptional benefits package including employer paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance and a 401k. Plus, a very generous PTO plan.

Hours and travel: Some travel may be required both domestically and internationally

DISCLAIMER

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. 

In accordance with the ADA, employee must perform the essential duties and responsibilities efficiently and accurately, with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified. 

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