FULL-TIME  |  SEATTLE, WA

Do you have a real aptitude for creating new things? Are you always looking for a better way to do something? Would you like to work on interesting problems that require novel solutions? STRIVE is looking for a driven, versatile and innovative engineer to help create and carry forward new products.  You would work as part of a small, fast-moving team building products on the leading edge of wearable technology.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Work with a small team to improve existing products and develop new wearables
• Design, build, and validate novel form-factor prototypes and then progress them into production
• Test and measure performance of prototype designs
• Produce test reports to show design improvements to stakeholders
• Establish and refine product design process, best practices, and/or tools for the organization
• Evaluate, develop, and select new materials, processes, technologies, and techniques
• Interface with vendors and manufacturers to find solutions, as well as produce prototypes and final products
• Create processes and documentation for handing off between the engineering and operations/production team
• Other duties as required

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 plus years of experience in mechanical design and product development
• Proficiency in 3D CAD – Fusion 360 (preferred), Solidworks, etc.
• Good understanding and use of principals, theories and concepts in mechanical engineering and product development
• Excellent communication (written, verbal and presentations) and problem solving skills
• Ability to envision, design, assemble and test prototypes and fixtures
• Ability to work in a cross functional and dynamic environment with aggressive timelines and rapidly evolving requirements
• Experience with design and development of consumer electronics
• Experience with various prototyping and manufacturing techniques (laser cutting, machining, 3D printing, injection molding, casting, soft goods etc.)
• Experience in failure analysis (both hands-on and analyzing data)
• Hands-on use of standard shop tools (hand tools, grinders, dremels, drills, etc)
• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with biometric sensors
• Experience designing or working with wearable devices and soft goods
• Design experience with injection molded parts
• Experience with electromechanical systems 
• Hands-on use of laser cutters, 3d printers and CNC machining
• Hands-on soldering experience
• Active involvement in sports, working out or outdoor activities

Must be local to the Seattle Metro area and available to work at Strive HQ in Bothell as needed.

 

Strive Tech is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are focused on bringing together humans from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, disability*, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our workplace.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the company. Please inform careers@strive.tech if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Please send your resume and cover letter to careers@strive.tech.