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R&D Hardware Design Engineer

Kavaliro
Calabasas, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/4/2026
Job Description

Our client is seeking an R&D Hardware Design Engineer for an exciting long-term contract opportunity.

Duties

  • Design electro-mechanical assemblies, machined parts, sheet metal component parts and corrugated/foam packaging
  • Define mechanical constraints for PCBAs
  • Perform tolerance stackup analysis
  • Create fabrication drawings, parts lists and assembly drawings
  • FEA and thermal analysis
  • Source off the shelf components
  • Interface with suppliers and operations to address DFM & DFA issues
  • Assemble and validate prototype assemblies
  • Create change orders in Agile MRP system
  • Attend project team meetings

Requirements

  • 5 years of hands-on R&D Hardware Design Engineering experience
  • BS Mechanical Engineering
  • Proficient with Solidworks 3D CAD and simulation tools
  • Possesses understanding of sheet metal fabrication and machining
  • Ability to read electrical schematic diagrams
  • Experienced with GD&T
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office tools
  • Basic knowledge of PCB fabrication and design guidelines
  • Basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator a plus
  • Experience with Agile a plus

Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.

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