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Product Design Engineer
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Snap Inc.
Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles. Snap provides a powerful platform for the next generation of AR glasses. We are building fully integrated (hardware, software, OS, and services) AR glasses in a fully connected (cloud and local) ecosystem. The Spectacles team is pushing the boundaries of technology to bring people closer together in the real world. Our fifth-generation Spectacles, powered by Snap OS, showcase how standalone, see-through AR glasses make playing, learning, and working better together. We’re looking for a Product Design Engineer to join the Spectacles team at Snap Inc.
Responsibilities
Design, prototype, and analyze exciting 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 contract manufacturers.
Create detailed design models and documentation for production.
Develop and conduct technical experiments to select designs, materials, and technologies.
Lead and contribute to technical design reviews.
Travel internationally up to 20%.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong engineering fundamentals, including wide knowledge of materials and manufacturing methods.
Proficiency in 3D CAD and 2D documentation.
Technical background in product design, mechanical architecture, tolerance analysis, design for manufacturing, and structural analysis.
Strong communication skills – written, verbal, and presentations. Ability to clearly show your ideas to peers and leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
3+ years of relevant industry experience.
Preferred Qualifications
MS in mechanical engineering or related field.
Experience with consumer electronics.
Experience with mechanical design of plastic and metal components, printed circuit boards (PCB), and flexible printed circuits (FPC).
Experience with overseas manufacturing.
Experience with Nx CAD software.
Compensation In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job‑related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position.
Base salary ranges by zone: Zone A (CA, WA, NYC): $142,000‑$214,000 annually. Zone B: $135,000‑$203,000 annually. Zone C: $121,000‑$182,000 annually. This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.
Benefits Snap Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid parental leave, medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long‑term success.
Equal‑Opportunity Employer Snap Inc. is a proud equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and other protected classifications in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.
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Product Design Engineer
role at
Snap Inc.
Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles. Snap provides a powerful platform for the next generation of AR glasses. We are building fully integrated (hardware, software, OS, and services) AR glasses in a fully connected (cloud and local) ecosystem. The Spectacles team is pushing the boundaries of technology to bring people closer together in the real world. Our fifth-generation Spectacles, powered by Snap OS, showcase how standalone, see-through AR glasses make playing, learning, and working better together. We’re looking for a Product Design Engineer to join the Spectacles team at Snap Inc.
Responsibilities
Design, prototype, and analyze exciting 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 contract manufacturers.
Create detailed design models and documentation for production.
Develop and conduct technical experiments to select designs, materials, and technologies.
Lead and contribute to technical design reviews.
Travel internationally up to 20%.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong engineering fundamentals, including wide knowledge of materials and manufacturing methods.
Proficiency in 3D CAD and 2D documentation.
Technical background in product design, mechanical architecture, tolerance analysis, design for manufacturing, and structural analysis.
Strong communication skills – written, verbal, and presentations. Ability to clearly show your ideas to peers and leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
3+ years of relevant industry experience.
Preferred Qualifications
MS in mechanical engineering or related field.
Experience with consumer electronics.
Experience with mechanical design of plastic and metal components, printed circuit boards (PCB), and flexible printed circuits (FPC).
Experience with overseas manufacturing.
Experience with Nx CAD software.
Compensation In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job‑related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position.
Base salary ranges by zone: Zone A (CA, WA, NYC): $142,000‑$214,000 annually. Zone B: $135,000‑$203,000 annually. Zone C: $121,000‑$182,000 annually. This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.
Benefits Snap Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid parental leave, medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long‑term success.
Equal‑Opportunity Employer Snap Inc. is a proud equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and other protected classifications in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.
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