Role Overview

We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to own the end-to-end mechanical design of a compact, low-power wireless product. The role involves translating system requirements (electronics, RF, optics, battery, thermal, environmental) into a manufacturable, rugged enclosure suitable for outdoor and mission-critical use.

Key Responsibilities

1. Product & Enclosure Design

Design complete mechanical housing for wireless camera systems (indoor/outdoor).
Convert functional requirements (camera FOV, antenna placement, battery size, PCB constraints) into mechanical design.
Design for compact form factor, modularity, and serviceability.
Support mounting options: pole, wall, tripod, vehicle, wearable, or custom brackets.

2. Environmental & Ruggedization

Design enclosures to meet IP65 / IP67 / IP68 ingress protection standards.
Consider thermal management (passive cooling, heat sinks, airflow, material selection).
Account for shock, vibration, dust, rain, humidity, and temperature extremes.
Experience with outdoor, defence, industrial, or wildlife products preferred

3. Materials & Manufacturing

Select suitable materials:
Plastics (ABS, PC-ABS, Nylon, TPU)
Metals (Aluminium, Magnesium, Stainless Steel)
Design for Injection Molding, CNC machining, Die casting, Sheet metal.
Apply DFM, DFA, and DFMEA principles.
Create tolerances, GD&T, and assembly-ready designs.

4. Integration with Electronics & RF

Collaborate closely with electronics and RF engineers.
Ensure correct placement for:
Camera module & lens
Antennas (avoid RF shielding issues)
Battery & power circuitry
Connectors, seals, and vents
Design EMI/ESD considerations into enclosure layout.

5. CAD, Documentation & Prototyping

Create 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings.
Support rapid prototyping (3D printing, CNC).
Work with vendors for tooling, prototypes, and pilot builds.
Support design iterations based on field testing feedback.

Required Skills & Tools

Core Skills

Strong fundamentals in mechanical engineering & product design
Experience designing electronics enclosures
Understanding of optics, RF constraints, and battery integration
Knowledge of sealing methods (O-rings, gaskets, ultrasonic welding)

CAD Tools (any one mandatory)

SolidWorks
Creo
Fusion 360
CATIA / NX (bonus)

Manufacturing Knowledge

Injection molding best practices
Tooling constraints and parting line design
Tolerance stack-ups
Surface finishes & coatings (anodizing, powder coat)