Location: Davis, CA
Cap-Exempt H-1B Position — No lottery required
## **Job Summary** **#CA-PS** Under general direction, the incumbent will support research and prototype development projects with a strong emphasis on mechanical design, machining, CAM, and general fabrication workflows. The position focuses on translating design concepts into manufacturable components and assemblies using CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and conventional fabrication methods. A strong understanding of CAD (preferably Solidworks and or Autodesk Fusion) is required. The incumbent will collaborate with the facility director, senior engineers, researchers, students, and external clientele to develop prototypes for research, instructional, and medical/medical-adjacent applications. Responsibilities include mechanical design support, fabrication planning, part production, and assembly, as well as contributing to the safe and effective operation of advanced prototyping facilities. **Apply By Date** 4/22/2026 at 11:59pm **Qualifications** **Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position** - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant technical experience. - Minimum 3 years of experience applying engineering principles in mechanical design, prototype fabrication, or advanced manufacturing within a research, laboratory, or R&D environment. - Experience developing CAD models and generating CAM toolpaths for CNC machining of metals and plastics. - Experience performing assembly and testing of experimental equipment or prototype systems of moderate complexity. - Working knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, CAD/CAM systems, CNC machining processes, and fabrication materials sufficient to support moderately complex prototype development assignments under general supervision. - Demonstrated technical and analytical skills to transla