Mechanical Engineer at Tonal

Milpitas, California, United States

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$130,000 – $150,000Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fitness Technology, Consumer Electronics, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Mechanical engineer with 5+ years of relevant experience
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering
  • Relevant experience in automotive, aerospace, exercise equipment, industrial equipment, major appliances, or robotics a plus
  • Mechanism design experience
  • Hands-on problem solver with machine shop and prototyping expertise
  • Strong understanding of material properties
  • Demonstrated FEA expertise
  • Expertise in part/assembly design, 3D modeling (Solidworks)
  • Experience with a variety of materials and manufacturing technologies
  • Full Product lifecycle and design experience
  • Experience working with Contract Manufacturers, ideally in Asia and/or Mexico
  • Collaborative style and able to navigate through a growing organization
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Design & maintain updates of mechanical parts and systems
  • Develop and deliver design improvements on current models and provide feedback next generation products
  • Work across groups to understand context, goals, and constraints
  • Communicate clearly to upper management on deliverables
  • Plan and lead cost savings projects
  • Generate concepts and solutions to help improve our product performance
  • Development through prototype, test and iteration
  • Perform required environmental and mechanical testing working with our in-house test technicians
  • Own sub-systems and key partnerships
  • Domestic and international travel may (eventually) be required
  • Expand and improve the team’s capabilities, processes and expertise

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

CADSolidWorksmechanical designprototypingmechanical testingDFMmanufacturing processeselectromechanical systemscost reductionenvironmental testing

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Mechanical Engineer position?

The salary range is $130K - $150K.

Is this Mechanical Engineer role remote or hybrid?

The position is hybrid.

What key skills are required for the Mechanical Engineer role?

Required skills include 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience, mechanism design, hands-on prototyping expertise, FEA expertise, and proficiency in Solidworks for 3D modeling.

What is the company culture like at Tonal?

Tonal fosters an innovative, collaborative environment with a diverse team passionate about redefining fitness, building transformative products, and weaving knowledge and creativity to challenge the status quo.

What makes a strong candidate for this Mechanical Engineer position?

Strong candidates have a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years experience preferably in automotive, aerospace, or robotics, expertise in Solidworks, FEA, mechanism design, and experience with contract manufacturers in Asia or Mexico.

Tonal

Home gym system with personalized workouts

About Tonal

Tonal offers a home gym solution that combines technology and fitness. Its main product is a wall-mounted fitness system that uses artificial intelligence to create personalized workout plans. This system tracks user performance and provides real-time feedback, helping users achieve their fitness goals. Tonal's equipment can adapt to different fitness levels, offering up to 200 pounds of adjustable weight and the capability to perform over 245 exercises. Unlike many competitors, Tonal focuses on providing a complete fitness experience in one device, eliminating the need for multiple gym equipment or memberships. The company's goal is to make fitness more accessible and convenient for everyone, with a business model that includes selling the equipment and offering a subscription service for ongoing personalized workout programs.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$564.2MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, AI & Machine Learning, Consumer GoodsIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Top quality health care package
Commuter benefits
Parental leave
Flexible vacation days
Weekly catered team lunches
Office happy hours
Team offsites & company-wide events
New equipment on your first day
Tonal discounts

Risks

CEO change may lead to strategic shifts affecting company stability.
Increased competition from brands like Lululemon threatens market share.
High marketing costs with Spartan Race may not convert to long-term customers.

Differentiation

Tonal uses AI to provide personalized strength training workouts.
The equipment offers up to 200 pounds of adaptive weight resistance.
Tonal's wall-mounted design saves space and offers over 245 exercises.

Upsides

Partnerships with niche sports like volleyball and pickleball expand market reach.
Integration with Fitbit Charge 6 enhances user experience with real-time heart rate streaming.
Retail expansion to Best Buy increases accessibility and potential customer base.

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