Mechanical Design Engineer

Semiconductor supplier KD provides innovative high-speed optical networking for harsh environments. Making gigabit communications over fiber optics a reality, KD technology supplies multi Gb/s optical links for automotive, industrial, and home networks.

Founded in 2010 in Madrid, Spain, KD offer its cost-effective technology as either ASSP or IP (Intellectual Property) to be integrated in SoCs (System-on-Chips).

KD has about 75 employees, we are in full expansion due to the development of innovative products in the sector and the creation of a unique factory in Spain.

As a result, we are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Design of concepts of IC packages, IC sockets and fiber optic connectors.
• Design and model of opto-mechanical measurement setups.
• Thermal analysis of IC circuits and PCB boards.
• Mechanical analysis and tolerance analysis of IC's, connectors, etc.
• Geometrical measurements and inspection of IC's, connectors, boards, etc., by using the digital microscope and CMM equipment.
• Handling of prototyping of some of the designs by 3D-printing and CNC machining to be executed by subcontractors.
• Definition of needs for in-house prototyping and handling of in-house prototyping lab.

What You Bring

• Education: BSc/MSc in Mechanical Engineering or relevant field.
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years' experience in mechanical design and simulation using modern 3D design software like Ansys Mechanical, Solidworks, Autocad, Catia, Inventor or similar.

Knowledge & Skills

• Programming skillsets using Python or Matlab for numerical models and data analysis using libraries such as numpy, scipy and pandas is required.
• Knowledge of Geometric Design & Tolerancing (GD&T) is required.
• Basic knowledge of optical systems and fiber optics – a huge plus.
• Knowledge of version control software is welcome.
• Fluent written and verbal English communication skill is a must: all internal documentation is written in English.
• Continuous search for technical excellence.
• Passion for learning from experience.
• Critical and constructive attitude.
• Capability to accept system design responsibilities.
• Proactive (problem solving) attitude.

What We Offer

• Development and growth: we offer development and training opportunities in a fast-growing start-up company.
• Financial stability: With us you receive performance-related pay, health insurance as well as other company benefits.
• Work-life balance: A concern that is part of the company's culture. We offer the possibility of hybrid work and flexible working hours and the opportunity to work in a modern workplace in an excellent location in Madrid (Tres Cantos).
• Working together: we are a friendly team with a shared passion for technology. We focus on building personal connections through team events and networking activities between teams.
• Flexible working hours, intensive working hours on Fridays and the three summer months.
• 10 hours of telework per week.
• Free Medical insurance for the employee and discounts for family members.
• Ticket Restaurant option.
• Company social events.
• Training plan and development opportunities.
• Indefinite full-time contract.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment, with ambitious and innovative projects.
• Flat hierarchies and open communication.
• A very good working atmosphere with competent, motivated and friendly colleagues, open to the international level.
• Salary: To be negotiated based on candidate's experience.