Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineers at frog deliver innovative design solutions for our clients. These responsibilities cover all phases of product development, from brainstorming and evaluating product concepts through designing for manufacturability and ensuring that products reflect the design intent through production. This role requires attention to the big picture and the details that make a difference. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you are expected to represent depth in the craft of engineering: as an individual contributor, as a mentor and guide for more junior colleagues, and as a contributor to the global community of practice.

Responsibilities

Deliver innovative design solutions for clients across all phases of product development, from brainstorming and evaluating product concepts through designing for manufacturability and ensuring products reflect design intent through production; Act as an individual contributor and mentor junior colleagues; Plan, prioritise, and deliver mechanical engineering activities autonomously within interdisciplinary projects; Lead client conversations within your domain and frame product trade-offs; Lead small teams on projects; Contribute to business development through proposal-writing and pitches; Perform core engineering tasks such as 3D CAD modeling, analysis, and documentation

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or similar; Experience and knowledge of mechanical design and documentation with 5+ years primarily in consumer electronics and similar products; Advanced solid and surface modeling skills with 3D software (SolidWorks preferred); Experience collaborating in multifunctional teams as the mechanical design lead; Experience and knowledge of requirements and design constraints for common manufacturing processes such as injection molding, sheet metal stamping, machining, and casting; Experience and knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) for both high and low volume products; Ability to prepare and manage vendor-ready documentation packages, including 3D CAD, 2D drawings, BOMs, and assembly instructions; Experience and knowledge of prototyping techniques (3D printing, casting, rapid tooling, etc.); Hands-on electronics and firmware prototyping skills leveraging off-the-shelf hobbyist components, dev kits, etc.

Nice to have

Experience working across diverse environments, including startups, corporate organizations, and consulting firms; Exposure to product qualification, regulatory compliance, and quality management standards; Experience with advanced mechanical design, engineering analysis, and reliability methodologies; Familiarity with manufacturing processes, supplier collaboration, and product commercialization activities; Knowledge of electronic enclosure design, thermal management, and electromechanical system integration; Academic, professional, or life experiences outside of engineering that bring unique perspectives and innovative problem-solving approaches

Benefits

Paid time off based on employee grade (vacation 12-25 days depending on grade); Company paid holidays; Personal Days; Sick Leave; Medical, dental, and vision coverage; Retirement savings plan (401(k)); Life and disability insurance; Employee assistance programs; Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility