Mechanical Engineer 2 - Tooling

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Mechanical Engineer II – Tooling. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our manufacturing foundation from the ground up. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for a self-directed engineer who thrives in an evolving environment and enjoys solving complex technical problems through practical execution.

In this role, you will design, develop, and implement tooling, fixtures, and mechanical solutions that enable precision manufacturing and assembly processes. You will work closely with mechanical, optical, electrical, manufacturing, and process development teams to create scalable solutions supporting product development and production growth.

You will contribute to transforming complex product concepts into robust, manufacturable processes and systems while helping establish engineering standards, workflows, and best practices.

Impact

You will help:

• Develop tooling and fixture solutions that improve repeatability and manufacturability
• Enable scalable manufacturing processes from prototype through production
• Improve quality, yield, and cycle time through innovative mechanical solutions
• Support transition of products and processes from development into manufacturing
• Build foundational engineering infrastructure that supports company growth

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement precision tooling, fixtures, mechanisms, and support equipment for manufacturing and assembly operations
• Participate in development activities from concept through production release
• Work independently and collaboratively while maintaining clear and proactive communication with team members and leadership
• Execute engineering tasks involving planning, design, data collection, analysis, documentation, and implementation
• Support development and optimization of manufacturing processes through tooling innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Generate detailed mechanical designs and production documentation using CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred)
• Perform tolerance analysis and apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles
• Support Design of Experiments (DOE) activities to optimize process capability and manufacturing robustness
• Develop fixture and mechanism solutions for precision alignment, assembly, handling, inspection, and testing operations
• Coordinate fabrication activities with internal teams and external vendors
• Support procurement, integration, testing, qualification, and release of tooling systems
• Troubleshoot tooling and process-related issues and participate in root cause investigations
• Assist with process validation and equipment qualification activities
• Create engineering documentation including drawings, procedures, test plans, and reports
• Participate in establishing engineering standards and best practices
• Maintain strong attention to execution quality, schedule adherence, and technical accuracy
• Use mentorship, curiosity, initiative, and collaboration to continuously expand technical knowledge
• Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

• This position requires access to export-controlled information. Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a U.S. person as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3).

Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related engineering field
• 2+ years of relevant industry experience, ideally within a startup or technology environment

• Experience designing and implementing mechanical systems, tooling, fixtures, or manufacturing equipment

Required Skills and Technical Competencies

• Working knowledge in at least one core mechanical engineering discipline with foundational understanding across broader mechanical engineering principles
• Strong understanding of material properties, mechanisms, and fabrication methods including:
• CNC milling
• CNC turning
• Sheet metal fabrication
• Injection molding
• Laser cutting
• Waterjet cutting
• Metal and polymer additive manufacturing
• Solid understanding of:
• Structural analysis concepts including static loading, modal response, vibration, and shock
• Heat transfer fundamentals including conduction, convection, and radiation
• Mechanical system design and tolerance analysis
• Experience using CAD tools for design and documentation (SolidWorks preferred)
• Experience with engineering analysis tools such as ANSYS Workbench or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience supporting engineering activities including:
• Design and modeling
• Instrumentation and measurement
• Prototype fabrication
• Vendor coordination
• Integration and testing
• Data collection and analysis
• Documentation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing precision tooling or fixtures for manufacturing environments
• Experience supporting photonics, laser, semiconductor, aerospace, or precision assembly applications
• Familiarity with optical alignment systems, fiber handling, or precision positioning systems
• Experience supporting low- to medium-volume manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of statistical methods including DOE and SPC
• Familiarity with process qualification methodologies including IQ/OQ/PQ
• Understanding of FMEA and root cause analysis methods
• Experience working in cleanroom environments
• Basic automation or motion system integration experience

Benefits

The expected annual salary range for this position is $85,000-$125,000.

As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Monarch’s comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Fidelity 401(k) plan with 4% employer matching
• 20 paid time off (PTO) days per year
• 13 paid company holidays
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)

Monarch Quantum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state and local laws.