Mechanical Engineer, Product Design

Join to apply for the Mechanical Engineer, Product Design role at SesameJoin to apply for the Mechanical Engineer, Product Design role at SesameThis range is provided by Sesame. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$175,000.00/yr - $280,000.00/yrAbout SesameSesame believes in a future where computers are lifelike - with the ability to see, hear, and collaborate with us in ways that feel natural and human. With this vision, we're designing a new kind of computer, focused on making voice companions part of our daily lives. Our team brings together founders from Oculus and Ubiquity6, alongside proven leaders from Meta, Google, and Apple, with deep expertise spanning hardware and software. Join us in shaping a future where computers truly come alive.About The RoleIntegrating a complex sensing & computing system into a compact, attractive & functional wearable form factor requires significant mechanical expertise. The PDE must drive or influence all aspects of development, including system architecture, mechanical form/architecture, thermal design/test, component & vendor selection/evaluation, prototyping roadmaps and execution, along with test & calibration.The ideal candidate has experience owning wearable electronics design, strong prototyping skills, knowledge of materials and fabrication, good aesthetics, exposure to image sensor and battery integration, and the ability to collaborate across domains.We are a small team working on very ambitious projects. In a fast-paced startup, everyone must be comfortable, collaborative, decisive, and able to achieve results with limited itial responsibilities: own mechanical architecture & design for all wearable hardware workstreams. Identify and onboard design and fabrication partners. Define and bring up the ME tool flow. Prioritize and drive explorations to solve integration challenges.ResponsibilitiesArchitect, design, simulate, prototype, and ship mechanical systems and components in wearable form factors.Generate models, drawings, simulations, and specifications to support internal and external partners in the design and manufacture of mechanical components.Mechanical subject-matter-expert supporting efficient collaboration with Electrical, Firmware, ID, and soft goods experts to solve complex integration problems.Primary point of contact for identifying, evaluating,g and directing materials and fabrication partners.Travel as needed for product or prototype development.Required Qualifications10+ years of relevant work experience with product design.5+ years of relevant work experience with wearable product design.Experience with complex electromechanical integration, including sensors, batteries, antennas, audio systems, in very small form factors.Working knowledge in material properties, such as plastics, metal, adhesive, and glass.Experience shipping products in a lead or principal engineer role.Expert with Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools & mechanical simulation tools.Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing techniques (stamping, machining, 3D printing, injection molding, etc).BS or MS in ME or equivalent.Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree in Mechanical Engineering10+ years of experience in a consumer electronics companyIn-depth knowledge in one or more areas within Product DesignExperience shipping wearable electronics with significant ID/Cosmetic constraintsSesame is committed to a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We welcome all qualified applicants, embracing diversity in race, gender, identity, orientation, ability, and more. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities—contact for assistance.Full-time Employee Benefits401k matching100% employer-paid health, vision, and dental benefitsUnlimited PTO and sick timeFlexible spending account matching (medical FSA)Benefits do not apply to contingent/contract workersCompensation Range: $175K - $280KSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesComputers and Electronics ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sesame by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Mechanical Engineer” roles.San Francisco, CA $140,000.00-$270,000.00 7 months agoSan Francisco, CA $135,000.00-$135,000.00 4 days agoSan Francisco, CA $100,000.00-$300,000.00 2 weeks agoEmeryville, CA $80,000.00-$99,600.00 5 days agoSouth San Francisco, CA $95,000.00-$115,000.00 2 months agoRedwood City, CA $125,000.00-$140,000.00 1 week agoMechanical Engineer — Intern (Fall 2025)South San Francisco, CA $85,000.00-$100,000.00 3 months agoMechanical Engineering Intern (Fall 2025)San Francisco, CA $140,000.00-$200,000.00 5 months agoMechanical Engineer — Associate Program (Fall 2025)San Francisco, CA $117,000.00-$180,000.00 3 weeks agoEntry Level Mechanical Engineer, application via RippleMatchUnion City, CA $110,000.00-$150,000.00 2 weeks agoAlameda, CA $90,000.00-$120,000.00 1 week agoHayward, CA $130,000.00-$170,000.00 3 days agoEntry Level Industrial Engineer, application via RippleMatchSan Leandro, CA $120.00-$190.00 3 months agoSouth San Francisco, CA $120,000.00-$145,000.00 2 months agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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Created: 2025-09-17