About The Position
XTEND is looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our mechanical team.
Working as part of the R&D team, this role focuses on the design and development of complex mechanical systems from concept through production.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop mechanical assemblies such as drones, payloads, and support equipment.
- Work through the full development cycle: concept, design, prototyping, testing, and production.
- Build, test, and validate designs.
- Work closely with electrical and system engineers to solve integration challenges.
- Design for manufacturability, assembly, and cost (DFX).
- Create clear production drawings (including GD&T).
- Support production, suppliers, and NPI processes.
Requirements
- B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering.
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical design of complex systems.
- Strong proficiency with SOLIDWORKS.
- Hands-on experience in building, assembling, and testing mechanical systems.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes: CNC machining, plastic technologies, composites, and 3D printing.
- Good understanding of tolerances, fits, and real-world behavior of parts.
- Independent, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Advantages
- Experience with drones, UAVs, or robotic systems, including lightweight structures.
- Experience working with SOLIDWORKS PDM.