Mechanical Design Engineer - Production Design

CompanyKunz provides model-based design, engineering, and construction management services for complex capital programs. Since 2015, we have supported mission-critical facilities and hyperscale data center programs for clients in the United States and internationally.Our work brings together product design, engineering, production planning, manufacturing, and construction to improve how complex infrastructure is designed and built. LocationSan Francisco, CA Job DescriptionThe Mechanical Design Engineer will support the development of modular systems for hyper-scale data center programs and the processes used to assemble and deploy them.This position works across product design, production planning, manufacturing, and construction. The work includes developing parametric facility layouts, analyzing production capacity, evaluating assembly sequences, and creating repeatable production processes.The Mechanical Design Engineer will work alongside senior engineers and collaborate with product teams, trade partners, vendors, and construction teams. The role also includes time at construction and manufacturing sites to verify assembly methods, refine designs, and incorporate field lessons into future product and process improvements. Primary ResponsibilitiesDeveloping 2D layouts and parametric models for modular integration facilities, including bay sizing, material staging, platform space, and production capacityAnalyzing production rates and working with trade partners to improve 5S layouts, material flow, equipment usage, and staging strategiesSimulating, evaluating, and improving assembly methods and installation sequencesDeveloping Product Maps, Product Production Plans, and Process Maps for new products and production processesSupporting the concurrent design of products and the processes used to manufacture, assemble, and install themReviewing designs for constructability, repeatability, production capacity, and field useCoordinating work with product teams, engineers, trade partners, vendors, and construction teamsVisiting construction and manufacturing sites to verify assembly logic and gather information for future design improvementsMaintaining engineering documentation, models, and project deliverablesHelping improve the tools and processes used across product and production programs Minimum RequirementsBachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering field Desired QualificationsExperience with SolidWorks, including parametric and assembly modelingFamiliarity with Revit or BIM environmentsKnowledge of design for manufacturing and assembly principlesFamiliarity with 5S, assembly sequencing, material flow, or other lean manufacturing practicesExperience with production simulation toolsExperience with modular construction or prefabricationExperience with production planning or process mappingExperience developing bills of materialsAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings, manufacturing information, and construction documentsExperience coordinating work across design, engineering, construction, vendor, and trade-partner teamsExperience supporting data centers, mission-critical infrastructure, or other large-scale industrial programsHands-on experience at construction or manufacturing sitesStrong organization, communication, and follow-throughAbility to manage priorities and assigned deliverables with limited day-to-day oversightWillingness to travel to construction and manufacturing sites for field verificationCandidates are not expected to have experience in every area listed above. We are interested in individuals with a strong mechanical engineering foundation who want to develop their experience across product design, production planning, and field execution. BenefitsKunz offers:Medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) with company matchPaid time off and company holidaysAnnual bonus opportunityTechnical training and professional developmentProfessional licensure support CompensationKunz is hiring for both Mechanical Design Engineer I and Mechanical Design Engineer II positions. The level offered will be based on the candidate’s experience and technical background.The anticipated base salary range for the positions covered by this posting is $70,000 to $125,000 annually. Individual compensation will be based on position level, work location, relevant experience, skills, and internal equity.Employees may also be eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Work AuthorizationImmigration sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.