Mechancial Engineer II

Embrace a career with purpose at Nice North America, a subsidiary of Nice S.p.A., an Italian multinational leader in Home and Building Automation. Guided by our vision of creating A World Without Barriers, we develop cutting-edge solutions for smart home control, security, door and gate automation, access control, and more to achieve our mission of Simplifying Everyday Movements.Headquartered in Carlsbad, CA, with several R&D and manufacturing centers and offices throughout the region, Nice is committed to innovation that enhances everyday life. Our team thrives in an environment that fosters continuous learning and professional growth where you’ll collaborate with talented and dynamic individuals every day to create groundbreaking solutions. And, as a global leader, we offer award-winning sales and marketing programs, technical support, and CEU training to the industry’s top partners.Our commitment extends beyond technology development; we also proudly support the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. program, helping wounded veterans and their families through specially adapted smart homes. A philanthropic endeavor that truly embodies our corporate mission.Summary: We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer II with strong fundamentals and a manufacturing mindset to contribute to the design, release, and support of electromechanical products produced at scale. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys owning real hardware, working within and guiding engineering processes, and seeing your designs in the real world.Practical and collaborative mechanical engineering with a strong grounding in core mechanical engineering principles. Motivated to grow technical depth while increasing responsibility and ownership.Salary is $110,000 to $130,000 depending on experience.Location: Kent, WAPrimary Responsibilities: Design, model, and detail mechanical parts and assemblies using SolidWorks, producing complete and accurate drawings and documentation suitable for medium to high-volume manufacturing.Apply mechanical engineering fundamentals (statics, dynamics, strength of materials, tolerance analysis) to ensure designs meet performance, reliability, cost, and manufacturability requirements.Perform and interpret engineering analyses (hand calculations, FEA, kinematic or thermal analysis as appropriate) to validate designs.Participate in structured design reviews, incorporating feedback from Mechanical, Electrical, Firmware, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.Support prototype builds, testing, and validation activities; define and document test plans and results.Release designs through formal document control systems (PDM/PLM), including part numbers, BOMs, drawings, and ECOs.Collaborate closely with Manufacturing and Suppliers to resolve production issues, improve manufacturability, and support design for cost, quality, and assembly.Contribute to sustaining activities by evaluating field issues, supporting root-cause analysis, and implementing corrective design changes where required.Manage assigned tasks independently while communicating progress, risks, and tradeoffs clearly.Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.3-5 years’ of relevant Engineering experienceStrong proficiency in SolidWorks and PDM for parts, assemblies, and drawings.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: High proficiency in MS Office, SolidWorks, PDM, FEA tools, PLM (any), ERP (preferably NetSuite).Experience with electromechanical drive train design. AC and DC motors up to 5hp, worm drive reducers.Understanding of hydraulic systems, schematics, design, and deployment preferred.Knowledge of common manufacturing techniques and DFM: Metal forming, welding types, plastics molding and forming, printing, painting, corrosion protection, machining, extrusions, assembly automation, etc.Prior experience in industries producing durable goods, industrial equipment, or electromechanical assemblies.Physical Requirements:Essential functions of this job require the following minimal physical demands. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use hands to grip or feel; and required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift. Vision and depth perception and manual dexterity suitable for use of mechanical workshop tools, a computer and smart phone. Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes permit the employee to work in an office, manufacturing and mechanical workshop. Ability to walk and/or climb 25% of the time comfortably, with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to sit or stand at a computer for 90% of the time comfortably, with or without reasonable accommodation. Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be comfortable working in an office environment to include moderate noise levels. The working area is primarily in an open office or mechanical workshop setting with reasonable lighting and temperatures.==================================================================================================As thinkers and creators, we look at the world with an open mind, engaging with possibilities and broadening our perspective in an inclusive way.Disclaimer: The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to decide the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Job incumbents are expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the position, department, or the business.

Salary : $110,000 - $130,000