Principal Mechanical Engineer

Role Overview

Join Us at Pura—Reimagining Fragrance for the Future
At Pura, we believe life is better when it smells good. Fragrance has the unique power to transform spaces, elevate moods, and create lasting memories. But we know it can do even more. That’s why we’re pioneering the future of fragrance, combining cutting-edge smart home technology with premium, clean scents to create personalized, meaningful experiences in every home.

About the Role

Your Role at Pura:
As a Principal Mechanical Engineer you will play a key role in creating best-in-class experiences for our customers through innovative design, helping us push our design boundaries in a scalable way. You will help us inspire a belief in the power of fragrance to craft and elevate memorable moments for our Owners. This is your chance to make an impact in a high-growth company that’s redefining the way people experience scent.

Essential Functions

• Lead Technical Innovation: Drive the development of upcoming product categories, acting as the primary systems engineer for Pura’s future wearable device.
• Team Mentorship and Growth: Work with the team to level up technical implementation, finding avenues for growth and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Education: BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience: 10+ years of experience in mechanical design and product development, with a proven track record of taking complex consumer electronics from concept to mass production.
• Systems Engineering Expertise: Demonstrated ability to architect systems, managing the critical intersections between mechanical, electrical, and firmware/software teams.
• Advanced Manufacturing & Materials: Deep technical knowledge of injection molding, die casting, and CNC, alongside experience implementing advanced materials or novel manufacturing techniques.
• JDM/CM Management: Experience leading technical relationships with external resources and partners, specifically in pushing partners to hit aggressive innovation and quality goals.
• Miniaturization: Proven experience in designing for tight spatial constraints, specifically related small-form-factor IoT devices.
• CAD Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D modeling software, including complex surfacing and top-down assembly management.
• Validation & Testing: Experience creating and executing rigorous validation plans to ensure product reliability and performance across diverse environments.
• Strategic Mentorship: Experience acting as a technical lead, with a documented history of leveling up junior and senior engineers through design reviews and technical coaching.

Benefits

Pura provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.