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Principal Mechanical Engineer
Fieldpiece Instruments. Own and lead the technical development of new connected products from concept through production launch .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading mechanical and electromechanical product development from concept to production, with a strong focus on problem-solving methodologies and cross-functional team coordination. Proficient in CAD, validation strategies, and engineering best practices to drive continuous product improvements.
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Mechanical Product DevelopmentStructured Problem-SolvingCross-Functional Team LeadershipCAD ProficiencyFMEA and RCCA Experience
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Hard Skills
Mechanical EngineeringElectromechanical Systems DesignProduct Architecture DefinitionValidation Strategy DevelopmentTroubleshooting Complex SystemsBOM ManagementTest Fixture DesignVerification PlanningData Analysis for Product ImprovementRisk Management Tools
Soft Skills
CommunicationProblem-SolvingCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
CAD SoftwareHVAC SystemsRefrigeration TechnologyThermodynamicsFluid-Handling Systems
Industry Keywords
New Product DevelopmentConsumer ProductsElectromechanical ProductsManufacturabilityTechnical Direction
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Own and lead the technical development of new connected products from concept through production launch
- Define product architecture, engineering requirements, and technical direction
- Balance customer needs, performance, manufacturability, cost, and schedule
- Design, prototype, analyze, and troubleshoot complex electromechanical systems
- Lead and coordinate cross-functional engineering teams, including mechanical, electrical, firmware, and test engineers
- Develop validation strategies, oversee testing, and use data to drive continuous product improvements
- Partner with Product Management, Project Management, suppliers, and contract manufacturers
- Drive engineering excellence through design reviews, FMEA, RCCA, and structured problem-solving methodologies
- Protect innovation through patent development and contribute to engineering best practices
- Present technical progress and feasibility findings to executive leadership
- Ride along with HVACR technicians to understand real-world challenges and translate customer insights into product solutions
- Lead feasibility testing for new-to-the-world product features
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 7+ years of progressive mechanical / electro-mechanical new product development experience
- Demonstrated experience leading mechanical product development from concept through production
- Strong mechanical fundamentals
- Ability to independently solve complex problems using structured problem-solving and risk tools (KT, RCCA, FMEA, fault trees, etc.)
- Experience prioritizing requirements in ambiguous environments and making product-level tradeoffs
- Hands-on experience with CAD, BOM management, and design documentation
- Experience designing or overseeing test fixtures, validation systems, and verification plans
- Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally
- Knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, thermodynamics, or heat transfer is a bonus
- Vacuum pump or fluid-handling system experience is a bonus
- Tools, appliances, or electromechanical consumer products experience is a bonus
- Ability to communicate in Mandarin is a bonus
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive base salary with annual bonus opportunity
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Individual Development Plans for everyone and a commitment to support career development
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Music rooms in all US offices
- Onsite guitar, piano, and voice lessons in California; classes can be streamed for other offices
- Recognition programs, launch parties and team building events