Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities

• Own hardware development from start to finish, including specification, design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing
• Design both flight hardware and test setups to validate designs
• Collaborate cross-functionally with software, electrical, perception, controls, and manufacturing engineers
• Establish top-level design architectures and implementation methodologies
• Perform and document design analysis and testing results to make data-driven decisions
• Work closely with Industrial Design partners to ensure products meet design intent and customer needs
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the broader mechanical engineering team

Requirements

• 5+ years of industry experience in mechanical engineering or product design
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Proven experience in DFM (Design for Manufacturability), DFA (Design for Assembly), and DFT (Design for Test)
• Proficiency with statistical tolerance analysis, dimensioning, and GD&T
• Expertise in industry-standard 3D CAD modeling tool suites
• Strong working knowledge of material properties (plastics, metals, adhesives, and glass)
• Working knowledge of manufacturing techniques such as stamping, machining, 3D printing, and injection molding

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Aerospace, Robotics, Automotive, or Consumer Electronics
• Experience designing for high-stress shock and vibration environments
• In-depth understanding of electronics packaging and FEA (Finite Element Analysis)
• Experience working with domestic and international supply chain partners
• Experience developing mechanical solutions for UAV/UAS applications

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401K plan
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Flexible Time Off (Exempt) or Paid Time Off (Non-Exempt)
• Free snacks, drinks, and espresso at the Seattle office
• Free parking (Seattle office) and Orca pass (Puget Sound)

About the Company

BRINC is redefining public safety with an innovative ecosystem of life-saving tools. From advanced drones to 911 response networks, our technology provides real-time visual data to help first responders de-escalate situations and save lives. Supported by over $150M in funding, we are committed to building the future of public safety technology.