Mechanical Engineer

Kalogon, a smart seating startup based in Melbourne, seeks a top notch Mechanical Engineer to help us expand our product lines as we adapt our seating technology for new customers. The ideal candidate will have experience with design for manufacture with injection molded assembly, ideally with consumer or medical device products.What You'll DoDesign & DevelopmentDesigning injection moldable assemblies and supporting the production handoffCreate detailed 3D models, assemblies, and technical drawings using OnshapeFocus on electromechanical assembly design and work with electronics designer and product to figure out efficient integrated solutions for electromechanical systemsDevelop and maintain design documentation, including specifications, test procedures, assembly instructions, and technical reports to meet criteria for inclusion in required reportingUnderstand the impact of different material choices on product lifecycle, durability, and how this impacts what your design choices areTranslate product design requirements into thoughtful mechanical designs and solutions to meet customer needsWork with Engineering team leader on deciding the right process for prototyping and volume production of partsCollaborate with cross-functional teams touching every part of the businessProject ManagementManage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget constraintsCoordinate with suppliers, vendors, and manufacturing partners to ensure design feasibility and cost-effectivenessParticipate in design reviews, risk assessments, and failure analysis investigationsPresent thorough project updates to stakeholders and managementCultivate empathy with end users and ensure you understand their perspective and how it applies to your workIdentify opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction initiativesContribute to the development of engineering standards and proceduresSupport manufacturing processes and resolve production-related technical issuesTesting & ValidationDesign and execute test protocols to validate product performance, reliability, and safetyAnalyze test data and implement design improvements based on findingsSupport prototype development and participate in design verification activitiesTroubleshoot technical issues and implement corrective actionsSkills & Experience RequiredEducation & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fieldMinimum 4 years of professional mechanical engineering experience with at least 2 full product development cycles under your beltProven track record of successfully completing complex engineering projects from concept to productionFamiliarity and previous collaboration on connected devices controlled by softwareTechnical SkillsProficiency in 3D CAD software (Onshape, SolidWorks, Fusio360, Creo, or similar)Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals including mechanics, thermodynamics, materials science, and manufacturing processesExperience with finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) softwareFamiliarity with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principlesUnderstanding of manufacturing processes including sheet metal design and fabrication, machining, welding, casting, and injection moldingExperience with rapid prototyping technologies (3D printing, CNC machining)Beneficial and Bonus ExperienceMedical device experienceExperience in seating ergonomics or seating engineeringKnowledge of aviation or aerospace seating standards and certification requirementsUnderstanding of software development processes and agile methodologiesPneumatics experience around sealing surface designExport-Control RequirementsTo conform to the U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR: about RoleRole reports to: Engineering ManagerRole works with: Development, Product, Product, Marketing, SalesRole location: In Melbourne, FL with occasional opportunities to work from homeSome travel, estimated as 2 - 4 business trips a yearCompany BenefitsKalogon offers a competitive salary and benefits package.Other benefits include:Equity401k with matching20 days off per year5 all-team holidays, 3 floating holidaysPeople with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you required a disability-related accommodation for your application, please email us at [email protected]Company InfoKalogon is a venture-backed small business based in Melbourne, Florida, founded by top engineering talent from SpaceX and NASA. Our mission is to eliminate the stresses of sitting and improve health through inventive seating solutions.Kalogon's flagship medical product is a customized smart cushion, Orbiter Med, that relieves pain and fatigue experienced by individuals who use wheelchairs. We have three other products in the medical space: Bondar (back support), Booster (smart cushion accessory), and our original Orbiter (smart cushion).Beyond healthcare, we're expanding into defense and aviation with three U.S. Air Force Direct to Phase II SBIR contracts to design custom seating for B-52 and E-4B aircrew, and a commercial aviation proof of concept.Kalogon is a fast-paced company that leverages lean startup methodology to rapidly improve our technology in close partnership with our customers and partners. At the core of our approach is empathy-driven design, ensuring that we deeply understand the challenges our users face and create solutions that directly address their needs, enhancing both comfort and quality of life.Learn more at /careers

Created: 2026-04-02