Product Design Engineer

Position Overview

Snap Inc. is a technology company known for transforming communication through its innovative products. The company’s core offerings include Snapchat, Lens Studio, and Spectacles – its pioneering AR glasses powered by Snap OS. We’re looking for a Product Design Engineer to join the Spectacles team and drive the design, prototyping, and production of next-generation products.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and analyze new products and components from concept to mass production.
• Collaborate with industrial design, operations, and cross-functional engineering teams.
• Conduct failure analysis and implement corrective actions for design improvements.
• Support development builds onsite at external component suppliers and manufacturers.
• Create detailed design models and production documentation.
• Develop and conduct technical experiments to select designs, materials, and technologies.
• Participate in technical design reviews and present your work.
• Travel internationally up to 20%.

Required Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 1+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong engineering fundamentals with comprehensive knowledge of materials and manufacturing methods.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD and 2D documentation.
• Experience in product design, mechanical architecture, tolerance analysis, design for manufacturing, and structural analysis.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with consumer electronics.
• Hands-on experience in mechanical design of plastic and metal components, PCBs, and FPCs.
• Familiarity with overseas manufacturing.
• Experience with NX CAD software.

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: Paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and tailored compensation packages to share in Snap’s long-term success.
• Compensation: In the United States, pay zones determine the salary range:
  

  Zone A (CA, WA, NYC):

  $98,000 - $146,000 annually.
  

  Zone B:

  $93,000 - $139,000 annually.
  

  Zone C:

  $83,000 - $124,000 annually.
  This position is also eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.