Electromechanical Engineer / Freelance

About Us: RKS has been at the forefront of Industrial
Design in the United States for the last 40 years. We have crafted a reputation
for our complete product design and development service; bringing innovation
that enhances every-day lives across all market sectors, from sporting goods to
dental devices, from wearables to household appliances. Our approach puts
innovation, engineering, and user experience at the center of our process,
creating ground-breaking products that users bond with and clients keep coming
back for.

Job Summary: We are seeking a talented and
experienced Electromechanical Engineer to consult on a freelance basis with our dynamic team. The ideal
candidate will have a strong background in integrating electronics into product
designs, working seamlessly with mechanical and software engineers to develop
robust, high-quality products. This role requires a creative problem solver
with the ability to explore different technical approaches, balancing
usability, cost, and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design,
  develop, and test electro-mechanical systems and components for consumer,
  medical, and industrial products.
  
• Integrate
  electronic hardware with mechanical designs, ensuring seamless
  functionality and performance.
  
• Collaborate
  with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, software
  developers, and industrial designers to create cohesive and innovative
  product solutions.
  
• Ability
  to develop / program Arduino prototypes of in development projects
  
• Drive
  and explore different solution sets with various technical approaches,
  balancing usability, cost, and safety considerations.
  
• Conduct
  feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost estimations for new
  projects.
  
• Develop
  and maintain technical documentation, including schematics, PCB layouts,
  and assembly instructions.
  
• Perform
  troubleshooting, debugging, and optimization of electro-mechanical systems.
  
• Stay
  current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in
  electro-mechanical engineering.
  
• Participate
  in design reviews, providing constructive feedback and suggestions for
  improvement.
  
• Ensure
  compliance with relevant regulatory standards and guidelines.
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's
  degree in Electromechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a
  related field; a Master's degree is a plus.
  
• Proven
  experience in designing and integrating electronics into mechanical
  systems.
  
• Proficiency
  in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and electronic design
  automation (EDA) tools (e.g., Altium SW, Eagle).
  
• Strong
  understanding of circuit design, micro-controllers, sensors, and actuators.
  
• Experience
  with embedded systems and firmware development is a plus.
  
• Excellent
  problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  
• Strong
  communication and teamwork abilities.
  
• Ability
  to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  
• Familiarity
  with regulatory standards and certification processes for consumer,medical, and industrial products.
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Client-facing,
  project management experience is highly preferred
  
• Consulting
  / Agency experience is highly preferred
  
• Experience
  with medical product development a plus
  

Benefits

Benefits

• Medical
  Insurance
  
• Dental
  Insurance 
  
• Paid
  holidays 
  
• 401 K
  as defined in the employee handbook 
  
• Sick
  leave 
  
• Vacation