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 in managing complex projects, designing for manufacture, and in collaborating across all parts of a business.

What You’ll Do

Design & Development

• Translate product design requirements into thoughtful mechanical designs and solutions to meet customer needs
• Focus on electromechanical assembly design and work with electronics designer and product to figure out efficient integrated solutions for electromechanical systems
• Work with Engineering team leader on deciding the right process for prototyping and volume production of parts
• Designing injection moldable assemblies and supporting the production handoff
• Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and technical drawings using Onshape
• Develop and maintain design documentation, including specifications, test procedures, assembly instructions, and technical reports to meet criteria for inclusion in required reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams touching every part of the business

Project Management

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget constraints
• Coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and manufacturing partners to ensure design feasibility and cost-effectiveness
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and failure analysis investigations
• Present thorough project updates to stakeholders and management
• Cultivate empathy with end users and ensure you understand their perspective and how it applies to your work
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction initiatives
• Contribute to the development of engineering standards and procedures
• Support manufacturing processes and resolve production-related technical issues

Testing & Validation

• Design and execute test protocols to validate product performance, reliability, and safety
• Analyze test data and implement design improvements based on findings
• Support prototype development and participate in design verification activities
• Troubleshoot technical issues and implement corrective actions

Skills & Experience Required

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Minimum 5 years of professional mechanical engineering experience with at least 2 full product development cycles under your belt
• Proven track record of successfully completing complex engineering projects from concept to production
• Familiarity and previous collaboration on connected devices controlled by software

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Onshape, SolidWorks, Fusio360, Creo, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals including mechanics, thermodynamics, materials science, and manufacturing processes
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software
• Familiarity with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles
• Understanding of manufacturing processes including sheet metal design and fabrication, machining, welding, casting, and injection molding
• Experience with rapid prototyping technologies (3D printing, CNC machining)

Beneficial and Bonus Experience

• Medical device experience
• Experience in seating ergonomics or seating engineering
• Knowledge of aviation or aerospace seating standards and certification requirements
• Understanding of software development processes and agile methodologies

Export-Control Requirements

To 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: https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/ddtc_public/ddtc_public?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987

Details about Role

• Role reports to: Engineering Manager
• Role works with: Development, Product, Product, Marketing, Sales
• Role location: In Melbourne, FL with occasional opportunities to work from home
• Some travel, estimated as 2 - 4 business trips a year

Company Benefits

Kalogon offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Other benefits include:

• Equity
• 401k with matching
• 20 days off per year
• 5 all-team holidays, 3 floating holidays

People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you required a disability-related accommodation for your application, please email us at [email protected]

Company Info

Kalogon 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 www.kalogon.com/careers