Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer -Remote (Seattle, WA-based) Join the dynamic engineering team at Kaleidoscope Innovation to lead the development of high‑quality mechanical solutions in a fully remote capacity. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer reports to the Engineering Manager and is responsible for the end‑to‑end creation of product designs, documentation, and manufacturing support, while mentoring junior staff and contributing to business development initiatives. Principal Duties & Responsibilities Design Solutions (35%) Delivers engineering design excellence Generates inventive, fresh ideas expressed through sketching that meets functional requirements Adjusts and/or incorporates changes in design based on feedback from management and/or client Develops design concepts for products, parts and assemblies Creates detailed CAD models of parts and assemblies Develops product documentation that supports high quality production Employs DFM, DFA and DFQ Uses advanced engineering modeling and simulation tools, instrumentation and measurement and design of experiments Quality/Continuous Improvement (25%) Delivers flawless deliverables to clientManages deliverables and timing for self Delivers products that meets Kaleidoscope’s standards and when appropriate, international standards and regulations Performance Management (10%) Checks own work and that of peers, as requested Mentors and collaborates with entry level staff Participates in management of scope, schedule and cost Client Interaction/Business Development (20%) Presents to internal and external audiences Represents Kaleidoscope in a positive fashion to expand relationship within current client base Works with Executive Vice President to identify and cultivate new business relationships within the Seattle area. Research (10%) Participates in project research and brainstorming teams Participates and leads meetings with clients Objectively observes and understands user research inputsParticipates in usability tests in order to discover design requirements and validate design concepts Participates in observational research as needed to uncover unmet needs Education & Experience Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or related field 3-6+ years of professional experience in engineering and product development Licenses/Credentials/Certifications N/A Skills & Specialized Knowledge & Abilities Possesses good analytical and problem-solving skills Advanced knowledge of SolidWorks 3D CAD Intermediate knowledge in geometric tolerance analysis Proficient in documentation, dimensioning and specification writing Experience designing for varied types of fabrication and production, especially sheet metal, weldments, injection molding Experience with automation, material handling or robotics Experience with Solidworks PDM Proficient using hand tools and building/fabricating large prototypes Synthesizes and drives towards appropriate solutions Comfortable performing business development activities with both known and unknown clients Able to work independently with minimal direction. Able to own system designs and proactively suggest and implement design improvements Adequately uses Microsoft Office applications: (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook) Detail oriented work style and service Works and thinks in a methodical and logical way Prioritizes and completes tasks to deliver desired outcomes within allotted time frames Works collaboratively with colleagues and clients Thinks for clarity, accuracy, precision, relevance, depth, breadth, significance, logic, and fairness Writes and prepares documents/reports/proposals in a concise, logical, grammatically appropriate format Willingness to take direction from others and to accept constructive feedback while being adaptable and flexible Communicates in a professional demeanor Excellent listener Handles sensitive information and maintains confidentiality Stays focused and committed to a task Tools and Equipment Used Computer workstation, typical office equipment, Laboratory instrument and measurement equipment Travel Able to spend up to 2 days/week on site at facility in Bellevue, WA Physical & Mental Demands Frequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for long period of time Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipment Ability to effectively communicate to employees/clients via phone, computer or in person Moderate lifting and carrying of supplies, equipment, files, etc. Body motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move around the office environment Ability to analyze unique situations and develop appropriate response Environment Work typically performed in both an office and laboratory setting #J-18808-Ljbffr