Mechanical Product Design Engineer

sauron.systems • San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

Sauron is creating a new paradigm in how homeowners interact with their
properties and security systems. As a Mechanical Product Design Engineer, you
will play a pivotal role in leading the mechanical design efforts for our
security systems. You will drive the design, development, and iteration of
premium hardware products from concept through hands-on prototyping and
fabrication then onwards to manufacturing and installation, ensuring that they
meet the highest standards of functionality, reliability, and design appeal.
You will work alongside cross-functional teams including perception engineering,
software engineering, electrical engineering, sales, and security operations to
deliver world-class products. As a design lead you will also work with external
partners including industrial design, manufacturing, and installation.

Requirements

• 5-10+ years of experience in product design and development, ideally with experience in perceptions or security systems, ideally within a startup environment or fast-growth hardware company.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or similar field.
• Proven experience leading design of products from concept to mass production.
• Proficiency in use of CAD software to create detailed 3D models and technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as injection molding, sheet metal forming, die casting, CNC machining, and product assembly. Application of product lifecycle principles, Design for Manufacturing/Assembly, and quality assurance techniques.
• Experience in rapid prototyping techniques such as 3D printing, and rapid test/validation methods.
• Excellent ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with designers, product owners, engineers in other domains, and non-technical teams.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with outdoor or weatherized product design, including knowledge of IP ratings, thermal management, and UV/corrosion-resistant materials.
• Familiarity with camera, LiDAR, radar, or other sensing technologies used in perception or autonomous systems.
• Background in consumer electronics or IoT hardware with a strong emphasis on industrial design and premium fit and finish.
• Exposure to wireless or power-over-ethernet (PoE) hardware integration within a product system.
• Experience designing for field installation — considering ease of mounting, cable management, and serviceability in real-world environments.
• Familiarity with security industry standards, certifications, or compliance requirements (e.g., UL, FCC, CE).
• Experience collaborating directly with industrial designers to balance aesthetics with engineering constraints.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the end-to-end conception, design, development, and implementation of our home security hardware systems.
• Generating concepts, CAD models, engineering drawings, and physical validation prototypes.
• Selecting and integrating appropriate sensor components to support perception systems for detection and deterrence needs.
• Collaborating with other engineering functions and with non-technical teams to ensure we are creating the best possible product for our clients.
• Utilizing rapid prototyping to validate designs and to test function, manufacturability, ease of install, and reliability.
• Overseeing manufacturing and assembly to ensure that designs are implemented in a manageable and cost-effective manner.
• Managing project timelines, resource allocation, and deliverables for the hardware engineering team. Communicating status and key risks to project stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level