Mechanical Engineer (LitePoint, San Jose, CA)

LitePoint: Driving Wireless Innovation
LitePoint is a global leader in wireless test solutions, partnering with top wireless device manufacturers to ensure their products meet the high standards of today's tech-savvy consumers. Our out-of-the-box solutions are designed to test the world's most widely used wireless chipsets.

We collaborate with industry leaders in smartphones, tablets, PCs, wireless access points, and chipsets. Additionally, we are at the forefront of testing the rapidly growing Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, with a global presence, LitePoint is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Teradyne (NYSE: TER), a leading provider of automation equipment for testing and industrial applications.

Our Purpose

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day. We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team—one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

Opportunity Overview

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a hands-on role in delivering production-ready hardware for Lifepoint’s RF and optical test equipment. This position focuses on mechanical design, physical integration, and build support of complex electronic systems, working closely with electrical engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to take designs from concept through volume production.

• Own mechanical design of hardware assemblies including chassis, enclosures, RF shielding, and PCB interfaces
• Create detailed CAD models, fabrication drawings, and assembly documentation using SolidWorks
• Drive hands-on hardware builds, integration, and bring-up of prototypes and engineering units
• Perform tolerance stack-ups and fit checks to ensure reliable assembly and serviceability
• Design and implement practical thermal solutions validated through physical testing and iteration
• Partner closely with electrical engineers to resolve layout, grounding, shielding, and cabling challenges
• Apply DFM/DFX principles to improve yield, reliability, and manufacturability
• Work directly with vendors and contract manufacturers to support fabrication, cost optimization, and lead-time reduction

All About You

• BSc or higher in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of hands-on mechanical or electromechanical hardware development experience
• Experience with mechanical design and integration of electronic hardware systems
• Proficiency with SolidWorks for parts, assemblies, and drawings
• Hands-on experience with sheet metal, plastics, enclosures, and PCBA packaging
• Experience with thermal management using practical heat transfer methods and physical testing
• Familiarity with cabling, grounding, shielding, and airflow management
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and supplier collaboration
• Knowledge of ANSI Y14.5 and GD&T standards
• Strong ownership, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $110,000 – $176,000. This range is a good faith estimate, and the final base salary will align with experience, skill set, location, and business needs.

We are only considering candidates local to position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position.

We are only considering candidates local to position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position.

Incentive Plan: This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance. 

Benefits

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more.  Please click here to see details.

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