Mechanical Design Engineer – Electro-Optical Testing Line

HGH Systèmes Infrarouges SAS

. Participate in all phases of mechanical design projects: technical specifications, 3D design using SolidWorks, drawing creation, mock-ups, testing phases, tolerance definition, identification and management of subcontractors, fine-tuning, production launch in Igny, documentation, prototyping, and industrialization .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeIgny • FranceMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical Design, including proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D design and technical drafting. Capable of collaborating across various teams and managing opto-mechanical integration projects while providing technical support to production and customer service.

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Mechanical Engineering SkillsSolidWorks ProficiencyOpto-Mechanical IntegrationTechnical Drafting SkillsEnglish Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Mechanical Design3D DesignTechnical SpecificationsPrototypingTolerance DefinitionMachiningSheet-Metal WorkIndustrial DrawingTesting PhasesProduction Launch

Soft Skills

CollaborationTechnical SupportInterest in Experimentation

Tools & Technologies

CAD SoftwareSolidWorks

Certifications & Qualifications

BTS in Industrial Product DesignDUT in Mechanical Engineering

Industry Keywords

Opto-ElectronicsPrecision MotorizationSubcontractor ManagementDocumentationIndustrialization

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in all phases of mechanical design projects: technical specifications, 3D design using SolidWorks, drawing creation, mock-ups, testing phases, tolerance definition, identification and management of subcontractors, fine-tuning, production launch in Igny, documentation, prototyping, and industrialization
Work on opto-mechanical integration, vacuum compatibility, and precision motorization projects
Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders in Mechanical Engineering, Optoelectronics, Electronics, and IT
Collaborate with Production, After-Sales Service, Procurement, and Sales, as well as with customers and suppliers
Follow a structured training program upon joining
Gradually provide technical support to Production and Customer Support teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two- or three-year post-secondary degree (BTS in Industrial Product Design, DUT in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent)
Five years of significant experience in a similar role (mechanical design, special-purpose machinery design, or opto-mechanical integration)
Strong mechanical engineering skills
Proficiency in CAD software, preferably SolidWorks
Strong industrial drawing and technical drafting skills would be an advantage
Experience in machining or sheet-metal work would be a plus
Good technical and scientific knowledge
Strong interest in experimentation
Good level of English preferred for communicating both verbally and in writing with English-speaking teams and customers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work available up to two days per week
Profit-sharing and performance-based incentive schemes
Meal vouchers
Additional leave days (RTT)
Sustainable mobility allowance
Works Council benefits
Comprehensive health coverage (individual or family health insurance and disability/life insurance)
Structured training program covering technologies, products, and processes
Free parking next to the company