Mechanical Engineer Jobs in California

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Company: Seal Science Inc. Location: Irvine, CA Description: Rapidly growing Irvine based Aerospace oriented  seal company is seeking a full time Mechanical  Engineer in elastomeric seals . The full time designer will provide fundamental engineering support to develop initial design concepts, processes and material modifications for sealing applications. The designer will work HANDS ON with CUSTOMERS and internal engineering.  Must have experience in designing and engineering elastomeric seals; including aerodynamic seals, plate seals and dynamic and static seals.  Knowledge of EMI shielding preferred.  Must have experience and be able to demonstrate proficiency with 3-D CAD design, modeling , and mechanical analysis. Must have experience with preparing detailed design drawings. Must have experience with drawing checking and tolerancing. Must have knowledge of ANSI Y14.5.  Description:Individual will use 3-D CAD to design and draft multi-view mechanical components and assemblies as well as design or re-design production tools and equipment.  Will use 3-D models to evaluate mechanical performance using mechanical analysis (finite element analysis preferred.) Will interface with R&D Engineering,  Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Senior Design Engineering, Equipment Maintenance and shop personnel. Will incorporate Engineering Change Orders (ECO), testing supervision, and perform other tasks as assigned. Individual must handle multiple tasks, take initiative, be a team player, problem solver, possess professional and effective communication skills (written and verbal) and have excellent interpersonal skills. Requirements:Candidate must be a U.S. citizen. DSS Security Clearance preferred Minimum 4 years experience in a design environment. Catia V5 and Solidworks - Experienced. Windows NT/2000/XP-Pro.Microsoft Office Applications.Cosmos/NASTRAN preferred

Job Title: NPI Operations Engineer: Mechanical Company: Sunpower Corporation Location: San Jose, CA Description: This New Products Introduction (NPI) Operations Engineer: Mechanical Products position will be responsible to ensure products and supply chains are robust to achieve Cost, Quality, and Delivery objectives throughout the Product Life Cycle. This position will work within the Supply Chain / Operations organization. This role will work closely with R&D, Engineering other Operational functions to evaluate supplier, materials, manufacturing process capability and product design robustness in support of new products and production ramp. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Core team member for Product Development Team(s) through Stage Gate (Lifecycle) Process • Engage w/ R&D engineering to evaluate, select and qualify materials and material suppliers in support of New Product Introduction. • Analyze Product designs relative to DF* Criteria (Design-For-Manufacturability, Design-For-Assembly, Design-For-Constructability, Design-For-Logistics, Design-For-Supply Chain). • Analyze supply chain design and postponement options for optimal, lean supply chain that achieve customer service levels. • With Engineering, contribute to FMEA Analysis on product design • Drive second-sourcing qualification activities at component level • Review and approve all product specifications prior to ECO release • With Engineering, develop Qualification Control Plan • With Engineering. drive the Part Number creation process • With Engineering, execute or source packaging design / specifications. • With Engineering and Supplier Quality Engineering, develop Quality Control Plans for manufacturing • With Supplier Quality Engineering, conduct suppliers’ qualification audits • Manage all ECO cut-in / phase in process for the smooth integration of product changes • Analyze ECO cut-in / phase-in to achieve optimal cost, quality, delivery objectives • Support Material Review Board (MRB) toward dispositioning Non-Conforming product. • Drive resolution of Non-Conforming product/specification related issues. • Conduct First-Article Inspections on new products and revisions • Conduct CpK studies on relevant manufacturing process • Monitor and react to quality and reliability excursions through product life cycle. • Support Engineering with Purchase Orders issuance to Suppliers on “uncontrolled” BOM for prototyping, first article, miscellaneous material requisitions and ramp production MRP requirements. • Drive value-engineering cost improvement activity. • Drive design of fixtures and tooling’s to support/improve manufacturing productivity & efficiency of outsourced products. • Execute smooth transitions to production buyers as necessary. • Drive continuous improve on all relevant operational processes. Education and Experience • 5-10 Years experience in design or manufacturing of mechanical products • B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Supply Chain Management required. • Ideal candidate has significant experience in bringing fabricated, mechanical or electro-mechanical products to market. • MBA or MS Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering preferred. • Experience in injection molding, stamping, welding, milling, turning, metal-forming, and galvanization/coating processes preferred. Qualifications • Knowledge & experience in product engineering or manufacturing for mechanical assemblies in a global environment. • Extensive knowledge in DF* methodologies • Extensive knowledge in multiple metal and plastic fabrication processes. • Extensive knowledge in Statistics, Process, and Process Capability assessment. • Extensive Knowledge in Six-Sigma methodologies, with demonstrable Green Belt degree. • Familiarity with global supply chain operations for direct materials (e.g. steel, metal fabrication, plastics, chemicals, adhesives and/or packaging materials). • Knowledge and experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies. • Knowledge and experience with ISO9000 requirements and their deployment. • Knowledge and experience in the use of Oracle ERP system is preferred. • Expertise in the use of Microsoft Excel and MS Projects required. • Expertise in the use of AutoCad and SolidWorks required • Proven track record in value-engineering cost reduction. Desired Individual Qualities • Comfortable with up to 50% domestic and international travels. • Tenacious problem solver – can accurately assess, solve, implement, and communicate outcomes of problems • Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Fluent in English. • Exceptional ability to solve problems and coordinate with global team members. • Ability to work in a rapid pace, very dynamic and changing environment. SunPower offers an attractive compensation package that consists of a competitive salary and equity. The company offers an array of employee benefits.

Job Title: NPI Engineer (Mechanical high volume) Company: Enphase Energy Location: Petaluma, CA Description: We are hiring in all departments because of the unprecedented success of our paradigm shifting technology. In just the last year our unique microinverter technology has forever changed the way solar power is delivered to homes and businesses. If you want to be part of a rapidly growing company that is experiencing explosive growth, please contact us. We have multiple analog design openings, see http://www.enphaseenergy.com/corporate/careers.cfm for complete list.NPI EngineerWork with engineering, manufacturing, and EMS providers to bring new products to market.Product is a DC-AC power inverter. Units are designed for high volume residential and commercial usage with a premium placed on quality and cost.Responsibilities:Work with design engineering to transition design prototypes into cost efficient, highly reliable, high volume products.With engineering, commodity management, and component engineering, make sure that suppliers are capable of meeting Enphase volume and quality requirements.Work with EMS supplier to develop real-time feedback for all pilot runs to improve manufacturability and quality.Interface with other departments (Engineering, Quality, Production, Purchasing, etc…) to resolve any production affecting materials issues.Requirements:BS Engineering5+ years in high tech manufacturing engineering role, preferably in new product introduction.Experience in high-volume/high quality manufacturing environment.Experience transitioning new products from US to overseas supplier.Experience working with overseas contract manufacturing.Design and Manufacturing Experience with die castings, injection molding and stamped sheet metal design are a plus.Strong computer skills including knowledge of Windows, Excel, Word.Experience using ERP systems.Excellent communications skills, ability to speak Mandarin a strategic advantage. To apply email resume to Register to View  orgo to http://www.enphaseenergy.com/corporate/careers.cfm   Note to Agencies/Recruiters We are currently working with a select few outside sources. If you have an interest in working with us, please direct your email (absolutely NO phone calls) to Register to View indicating your area of expertise and reference accounts in our space. Resumes submitted to Enphase Energy by third parties without a prior written agreement signed by both parties, will become the property of Enphase Energy and no fees will be paid, no exceptions.