Sesame Workshop
501-1000 employees
media-production
education
non-profit-organizations
children-media
media-and-telecommunications
childens-media
outreach
production
About Sesame Workshop
Sesame Workshop is the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street which reaches 156 million children across more than 150 countries. The Workshop’s mission is to use the educational power of media to help children everywhere grow smarter, stronger, and kinder. Delivered through a variety of platforms, including television programs, digital experiences, books and community engagement, its research-based programs are tailored to the needs of the communities and countries they serve. For more information, visit us at www.sesameworkshop.org.
3 months ago
Mechanical Engineer
Bellevue, Washington - Office
Full-time
Senior
Mechanical Engineer
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Description
- Sesame is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in product and wearable design to lead the mechanical development of innovative wearable electronics.
- The role involves designing, simulating, prototyping, and supporting manufacturing of mechanical systems, working closely with electrical, firmware, and design teams.
- Responsibilities include creating models, drawings, and specifications, evaluating materials, and managing fabrication partners.
- The candidate should have at least 10 years of relevant experience, expertise in CAD and manufacturing techniques, and a strong understanding of materials.
- Benefits include 401k matching, full health, vision, and dental coverage, unlimited PTO, and flexible spending accounts.
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Requirements
- 10+ years of relevant work experience with product design.
- 7+ years of relevant work experience with wearable product design.
- Experience with complex electromechanical integration, including sensors, cameras, batteries, antennas, and audio systems, in very small form factors.
- Working knowledge of material properties, such as plastics, metal, adhesive, and glass.
- Experience shipping products in a lead or principal engineer role.
- Expert with Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools & mechanical simulation tools.
- Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing techniques (stamping, machining, 3D printing, injection molding, etc).
- BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
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Benefits
- 401k matching
- 100% employer-paid health, vision, and dental benefits
- Unlimited PTO and sick time
- Flexible spending account matching (medical FSA)