Designs and engineers high-precision XR hardware components from concept to production, balancing technical, manufacturing, and aesthetic requirements while collaborating with global suppliers and traveling to oversee validation (~20%).
For decades, the computing revolution has reshaped our world driven by breakthroughs in compute, connectivity, mobile, and now, AI. Google's XR team is at the forefront of the next major leap – the convergence of AI and XR. This is more than just new devices – it's about reimagining how we interact with the world around us. We're building a future where lightweight XR devices like smart glasses and headsets pair with helpful AI to augment human intelligence, offering personalized, conversational, and contextually aware experiences.
Design complex subsystems or multiple individual parts from concept to production, including fixtures to enable automation of high precision assembly processes. Collaborate with suppliers of subsystems or individual parts throughout the design and manufacturing process.
Drive end-to-end discussions on system assembly process down-selection, prototyping, equipment and tooling needs for high precision assembly meeting mechanical, optical and reliability requirements.
Identify the root cause of design, manufacturing, or reliability issues and develop corrective actions. International travel to engineering builds to oversee mechanical validation, design, and assembly (~20%).
Balance design considerations such as functionality, sustainability, reliability, human factors, manufacturability, and aesthetics. Collaborate with JDM teams supporting part design.
Design for technical depth and innovative ideas. Solve issues associated with the product development path using creativity and smart designs.
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Electrical Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
6 years of experience working in a consumer electronics or product design technical environment.
3 years of experience in technical leadership.
Preferred qualifications:
10 years of experience in consumer product design, with a proven track record of shipping multiple products.
Deep experience with electro-mechanical components (e.g., audio, display, antenna), waterproofing, thermals, grounding, and product architecture.
Expertise in various manufacturing methods, including collaboration with global suppliers on part production, assembly, and onsite factory support.
Proven ability to lead tolerance analysis, Gauge R&R activities, process validation studies, and proof-of-concept display builds.
Demonstrated success collaborating with external partners to drive technology deployment and product development.
Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., NX, Creo, or Solidworks).