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)
