Reports To:
Director of Hardware
Job Summary:
We're seeking a Mechanical Engineer with expertise in industrial design to join our hardware team based near Chicago! If you're driven by a passion for designing sleek and functional consumer technology, we want to hear from you. At Keyo, we design, build, and manufacture our own biometric hardware, from developing our own PCBs to refining camera modules. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully designing and developing consumer-centric technology that marries functionality with aesthetic appeal.
As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for helping to conceptualize and implement the CAD engineering design for electronic devices, developing prototypes, and working closely with the electrical and manufacturing teams to ensure that design specifications are met.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, electrical engineering, and manufacturing to develop product concepts that meet both technical and aesthetic requirements.
- Utilize CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) to create detailed mechanical designs and specifications.
- Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to ensure designs are technically viable and meet performance targets.
- Prototype and iterate designs through testing and validation to optimize functionality, durability, and user experience.
- Work closely with vendors and suppliers to source materials and components, and to ensure manufacturability and cost-effectiveness of designs.
- Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to continually innovate and improve product designs.
- Document and communicate design decisions, specifications, and progress reports to stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- Proven experience in industrial design, ideally with a focus on consumer technology products - handheld devices, camera module designs, battery powered or similar products
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and familiarity with engineering analysis tools.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and materials selection.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
- Portfolio showcasing previous design projects and demonstrating creativity, technical proficiency, and attention to user experience.
Keyo’s Approach to hiring:
- At Keyo we recognize that committing to a new company can be daunting, that’s why at Keyo we start all hiring journeys with a project. If by the end of this trial period you feel like Keyo is the right fit for you and the Keyo team feels like you have checkmarked our boxes we will move forward with the hiring process. During this project we will ensuring that the following three categories are met, you are self
Confidence Gap
We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.
About Keyo
We are building a company that reflects the world in which we want to live. One where we can enjoy the convenience of biometrics without compromising our privacy or personal freedom. To make this a reality, our technology allows businesses of all kinds to adopt biometric authentication quickly and easily. With Keyo, people are clocking into work, paying for a coffee, and unlocking doors with a wave of their hand. Our team is remote first, by design. Our talented employees work from all over the world because we want Keyo to reflect the people who use it: global citizens who bring their diverse perspectives to solve unique problems.We are at an exciting juncture and looking for new voices and ideas to continue building our vision for the company.
Keyo believes that the things that make us unique are our greatest strengths. We have an inclusive, global, remote-first workplace that comprises people from all different lifestyles, backgrounds, abilities, and nationalities.
