Senior Mechanical Engineer

Welcome to Mixtiles!

In the beginning, in 2016, we were just two best friends working on a simple idea: how to make it super easy to turn your favorite smartphone photos into awesome wall art.

Today, we have multiple product lines, including Mixtiles, Mixtiles Art, Easyplant, Around, and Daydream. And we're shipping new products every year.

We're cutting-edge in everything we do. Our products make use of advanced AI and AR technologies. Our marketing teams spend $50M+, working with top influencers and advertising on huge channels such as national TV. Our data teams handle vast amounts of data without hiccups. Our manufacturing floors have robots, and our 10+ facilities span multiple continents.

Our team is lean; we're just ~100 super-talented team members serving millions of customers every year. This means every single person on our team delivers real impact and has a lot of autonomy.

We love what we do, and we love people who love what they do. If you're that kind of person, read on.

What you’re applying for

We’re looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our R&D team, focusing on creating cutting-edge electro-mechanical smart products. This role offers the opportunity to develop new technologies for a superior user experience, innovating at the intersection of technology and design. We need a creative thinker and maker with the discipline of a researcher, the vision to design intuitive and beautiful products, and the ability to see both the big picture and the fine details.

What we're looking for

We’re looking for a versatile, Senior Mechanical Engineer who thrives in leading cross-functional product development, driving projects from concept to production with high standards and attention to detail. You are passionate about high-end design and excel at the intersection of cutting-edge manufacturing technologies and physical product innovation.

Expertise and experience

• 5+ years of experience in CAD software (preferably SolidWorks or Onshape).
• Proven experience developing products with high user-facing requirements and exacting standards.
• Strong background in preparing production files for metal machining, 3D printing, injection molding, and wood machining/carpentry.
• Hands-on expertise designing mechanical-electrical (ME-EE) integrated systems in collaboration with electrical engineers.
• Familiarity with high-volume production environments and supporting products for mass production, including fixtures, assembly lines, and product testing.
• Exceptional understanding of cost drivers in mass production, with the ability to balance design ambition and cost efficiency while engaging stakeholders to align on goals.

Leadership and Execution Skills:

• A proven track record of leading cross-functional product development, ensuring alignment across stakeholders, meeting timelines, and addressing challenges proactively.
• The ability to translate ideas into tangible mass-market products, driving 0-to-1 product development with a focus on high-end, user-centric designs.
• Experience managing detailed project plans and delivering quality outcomes on time, with full accountability for product success.
• Agility to think strategically while executing tactically, balancing creativity with efficiency.

Mindset and Attributes:

• Analytical and data-driven, with a natural comfort in working with numbers and metrics to make informed decisions.
• A clear communicator and collaborator, with excellent presentation, verbal, and written skills.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to pivot quickly in dynamic environments.
• High proficiency in English.

What You’ll Do

Lead Product Development:

• Take ownership of the end-to-end product development process, from concept to mass production.
• Coordinate with all relevant stakeholders, including design, engineering, sourcing, and operations teams, to ensure alignment on requirements, timelines, and goals.
• Drive the creation of detailed project plans, set realistic timelines, and track progress to meet deadlines without compromising quality.

Define & Design:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and define physical product requirements.
• Create precise 3D models and 2D production drawings to clearly communicate design intent.

Prototype & Experiment:

• Utilize our workshop to build prototypes, tools, and test rigs that push innovation forward.
• Source materials for R&D, working with global suppliers to ensure feasibility and quality.
• Plan and execute experiments, analyze results, and present actionable insights to improve designs and processes.

Project & Team Leadership:

• Serve as the central point of accountability for the project, ensuring team alignment and addressing roadblocks proactively.
• Maintain clear communication with all stakeholders, facilitating collaboration and decision-making.
• Own the Bill of Materials (BOM) and all associated Cost of Goods Sold (COGs), ensuring cost-effective and scalable solutions.

Production Transition:

• Partner closely with Sourcing and Operations teams to guarantee production-readiness and a seamless transition to manufacturing.
• Collaborate with suppliers to oversee the mass production of high-end products, addressing challenges as they arise.

Additional Details

• This is a full-time role based in our Tel Aviv office.
• Travel: You should be willing and able to travel to China and the USA 3-6 times per year.