Design and integrate electromechanical systems for various products, collaborating with teams and managing multiple projects while ensuring compliance with standards.
About Us: RKS has been at the forefront of Industrial
Design in the United States for the last 40 years. We have crafted a reputation
for our complete product design and development service; bringing innovation
that enhances every-day lives across all market sectors, from sporting goods to
dental devices, from wearables to household appliances. Our approach puts
innovation, engineering, and user experience at the center of our process,
creating ground-breaking products that users bond with and clients keep coming
back for.
Job Summary: We are seeking a talented and
experienced Electromechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal
candidate will have a strong background in integrating electronics into product
designs, working seamlessly with mechanical and software engineers to develop
robust, high-quality products. This role requires a creative problem solver
with the ability to explore different technical approaches, balancing
usability, cost, and safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design,
develop, and test electromechanical systems and components for consumer,
medical, and industrial products.
- Integrate
electronic hardware with mechanical designs, ensuring seamless
functionality and performance.
- Collaborate
with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, software
developers, and industrial designers to create cohesive and innovative
product solutions.
- Ability
to develop / program Arduino prototypes of in development projects
- Drive
and explore different solution sets with various technical approaches,
balancing usability, cost, and safety considerations.
- Conduct
feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost estimations for new
projects.
- Develop
and maintain technical documentation, including schematics, PCB layouts,
and assembly instructions.
- Perform
troubleshooting, debugging, and optimization of electromechanical systems.
- Stay
current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in
electromechanical engineering.
- Participate
in design reviews, providing constructive feedback and suggestions for
improvement.
- Ensure
compliance with relevant regulatory standards and guidelines.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's
degree in Electromechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a
related field; a Master's degree is a plus.
- Proven
experience in designing and integrating electronics into mechanical
systems.
- Proficiency
in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and electronic design
automation (EDA) tools (e.g., Altium SW, Eagle).
- Strong
understanding of circuit design, micro-controllers, sensors, and actuators.
- Experience
with embedded systems and firmware development is a plus.
- Excellent
problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong
communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability
to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Familiarity
with regulatory standards and certification processes for consumer,medical, and industrial products.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Client-facing,
project management experience is highly preferred
- Consulting
/ Agency experience is highly preferred
- Experience
with medical product development a plus
Benefits
Benefits
- Medical
Insurance
- Dental
Insurance
- Paid
holidays
- 401 K
as defined in the employee handbook
- Sick
leave
- Vacation
RKS Design Thousand Oaks, California, USA Office
Thousand Oaks, CA, United States
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