Director of Mechanical Engineering

DAQRI is the leading augmented reality/4D company focused on transforming the Future of Work. It delivers the most innovative hardware and software that is bridging the gap between potential and experience. DAQRI works with the world’s largest and most respected companies to enhance human abilities by seamlessly connecting people to their environments and providing relevant information instantaneously.

As the Director of Mechanical Engineering you will set direction for and lead your team to create the overall mechanical design for multiple product lines, with a focus on the DAQRI Smart Helmet. You will need to demonstrate strong interpersonal leadership and mentoring skills to build and develop a team responsible for all mechanical systems and components associated with DAQRI products.

* Provide technical leadership across all our mechanical engineering teams. * Ensure your teams are provided with the technical structure and guidance they need to successfully implement solutions. * Drive all elements in the design, development, maintenance, testing and manufacturing support of all mechanical systems. * Mentor staff, increase awareness of requirements-driven mechanical systems designs and associated engineering and manufacturing documentation. * Translate functional specifications into logical, component-based technical designs.Lead product DFM and DFA conversations internally and with vendors.

* BS or MS Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Management, or related field.Advanced CAD working knowledge (SolidWorks and ProE). * Experience managing Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and Design for Assembly (DFA), statistical tolerance analysis techniques, functional dimensioning, and geometric tolerancing. * Familiarity with ANSI and OSHA certifications. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Demonstrated ability to effectively establish and maintain working relationships with all levels of the organization. * Have a proven track record of delivering products to market. * Experience creating products that have optical components, cameras and other advanced peripherals. * Working knowledge of thermal modeling. * Proven success in building and managing a team of mechanical engineers.