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Open nowPosted 73 days ago

Mechanical Engineer

Second Order Effects6 open roles

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El Segundo, CA
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As an Mechanical Engineer, you will support the design, architecture, and implementation of high performance electro-mechanical systems across a diverse range of projects. You will work alongside a collaborative team of engineers to find and develop the right solutions for the problems at hand and client use case. If you’re passionate about tackling mission-critical challenges and working across multiple industries, this is your chance to make a lasting impact and grow in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities: Support the design, architecture, and development of mechanical and electromechanical systems Own the design, development, prototyping, and testing of mechanical and electromechanical subsystems and components, ensuring they meet all performance, quality, and safety standards. Work closely with internal engineering teams and external customers to build solutions across multiple industries (aerospace, renewable energy, medical devices, etc.) Perform complex mechanical assessments (Structural, Thermal, Manufacturability, etc.), design and model complex integrated 3D assemblies, and produce robust component and assembly documentation Assess design risks and develop mitigation strategies

Minimum Requirements: Able to work 40 hours a week on-site in El Segundo, California Eligible to work on ITAR projects Bachelor's Degree (Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Math, or related field) or equivalent experience Experience (internships and clubs count!) working with electro-mechanical systems, examples including avionics, motor-driven mechanisms, robotics, consumer electronics, etc. Strong design and spatial reasoning skills, proficiency in CAD software (OnShape, Solidworks, or similar), and general understanding of GD&T frameworks, Proven ability to communicate cross functionally and explain engineering concepts to a nontechnical audience or clients professionally Strong problem-solving skills and initiative to drive technical execution, optimize designs, and deliver robust, scalable solutions in a fast-paced environment Comfort with working on ambiguous problems with a moving target, being able to communicate the story of how a project went from initial concept to the final design

Preferred Requirements: Experience in team-based design and build projects (e.g., Formula SAE, Solar Car, CubeSat, Rover Challenge, etc.) Exposure across multiple manufacturing processes such as machining, injection molding, and 3D printing. Proven ability to lead team-based design and project management, working across disciplines to drive technical execution. Strong analytical skills in back-of-the-envelope calculations, FEA, and CAD modeling for design validation. Ability to assess and estimate system response to environmental factors Experience with structural and thermal testing of electro-mechanical assemblies

Compensation & Benefits: Salary range dependent on levelingMechanical Engineer I: $89,000 - $120,000 Mechanical Engineer II: $115,000 - $161,000

Equity (via ISOs) in Second Order Effects, Inc. Equity (via PIUs) in our incubated companies (through our holding company, Second Order Holdings, LLC) 100% employer-paid health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) for employees + 50% dependent coverage Flexible paid time off policy + 11 paid holidays + 12 paid sick days 401(k) retirement account and employer matching (Safe Harbor 4%) Up to 22 weeks of paid parental leave dedicated to new child bonding Relocation assistance available if 50+ miles away from the office Electric Vehicle (EV) charging ports at our LAX office Daily catered lunches, snacks, and accessible kitchen

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