Mechanical Product Design Engineer at Mashgin

San Jose, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Hardware, Technology, RetailIndustries

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications
BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
3+ years of relevant mechanical design experience, preferably in consumer electronics, kiosks, medical devices, or other high-volume hardware products
Proficiency in SolidWorks (or similar CAD) with strong GD&T and tolerance stack-up skills
Hands-on experience with prototype fabrication, DFM, and mass production processes
Familiarity with plastics, sheet metal, die casting, CNC machining, and adhesive joining techniques
Strong understanding of thermal management, structural integrity, and reliability testing
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with high-volume contract manufacturers and overseas suppliers
Knowledge of electro-mechanical integration (displays, cameras, sensors, connectors, cables, etc.)
Exposure to regulatory compliance (EMI/ESD, UL, CE, FCC)
Experience working with computer vision systems or kiosk-style hardware
Mandarin Chinese proficiency for communicating with some manufacturing partners
Willingness to travel internationally (~10%) as needed for supplier engagement and production support

Responsibilities

Owning the mechanical design of major kiosk subsystems and components from concept to production
Developing innovative, manufacturable designs for sheet metal, injection-molded plastics, CNC-machined parts, and electromechanical assemblies
Creating and managing BOMs (Bill of Materials), engineering documentation, and 2D manufacturing drawings with proper GD&T and revision control
Collaborating closely with electrical, thermal, and software engineering teams to integrate multi-disciplinary requirements
Building and iterating on 3D CAD models, tolerance analyses, and detailed drawings using SolidWorks
Driving prototype builds, DFM/DFX reviews, and design validation testing with internal teams and external suppliers
Working directly with domestic and international manufacturing partners to resolve production issues and improve yields
Contributing to reliability, thermal, EMI/ESD compliance, and safety testing for high-volume deployments
Supporting product lifecycle activities, including cost reduction, design revisions, and next-gen architecture exploration
Traveling internationally on occasion (~10%) to support suppliers, manufacturing builds, and validation testing

Skills

SolidWorks

GD&T

Sheet Metal Design

Injection Molding

CNC Machining

Electromechanical Assemblies

BOM Management

DFM

DFX

Tolerance Analysis

Prototype Development

Mashgin

Touchless self-checkout systems using AI

About Mashgin

Mashgin creates touchless self-checkout systems that use Artificial Intelligence and Computer Vision to improve the checkout process in busy places like stadiums, airports, and event venues. Their kiosks can quickly recognize multiple items at once, allowing customers to complete transactions in about 27 seconds. This technology helps reduce long lines and enhances customer satisfaction for venues that experience high traffic. Unlike other checkout systems, Mashgin's kiosks are designed specifically for environments where speed and efficiency are crucial. The company sells or leases these kiosks to businesses, generating revenue through sales and service contracts. The main goal of Mashgin is to provide a fast and efficient checkout experience that benefits both customers and businesses.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$68.8MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Consumer Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Competitive healthcare, dental & vision options

Competitive equity

Hybrid remote environment

Office snacks

Flexible PTO

401k

Risks

Biometric ticketing in stadiums may reduce demand for Mashgin's kiosks.

Verifone partnership may falter if Commander solution underperforms.

Privacy concerns over biometric ID could lead to regulatory challenges.

Differentiation

Mashgin's AI-based system deploys faster and cheaper than Amazon Go.

Their technology reduces transaction times to an average of 27 seconds.

Mashgin's systems are touchless, enhancing hygiene and customer experience.

Upsides

Partnership with Verifone expands reach to 40% of U.S. convenience stores.

Collaboration with Keyo enhances security with biometric ID integration.

Integration with PDI broadens deployment in convenience retail and petroleum sectors.

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