Research & Development Engineer

HP France

Mechanical design engineer developing HP’s inkjet-based life-science dispensing products. Designing, prototyping, validating, and scaling electromechanical systems into production-ready solutions.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeVancouver • Oregon, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $93,400 - $143,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical Engineering principles, product design, and analysis, with a strong focus on electromechanical components and manufacturing processes. Proficient in CAD design and capable of leading cross-functional collaboration to deliver production-ready solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Engineering PrinciplesCAD Design ProficiencyElectromechanical Component DesignManufacturing Processes KnowledgeProduct Development Experience

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Hard Skills

Product DesignMechanical Systems AnalysisFluid Systems AnalysisThermal CalculationsDesign for ManufacturabilityInjection MoldingDie CastingSheet MetalStress/Strain AnalysisMicrofluidics

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsClear CommunicationCollaborationGrowth Mindset

Tools & Technologies

CoCreate/OneSpace DesignerCAD Software

Industry Keywords

Product DevelopmentPhase-Gate ProcessesHigh-Volume ManufacturingFinal Assembly MethodsTechnical Interfaces

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design components, subsystems, and portions of mechanical, electrical, optical, and fluidic engineering solutions
Create CAD designs, product layouts, and detailed part and assembly designs
Develop specifications and manage technical interfaces between systems and subsystems
Plan and execute test and validation methods, including form/fit/function, tolerances, shock and vibration, EMI, safety, reliability, thermal generation, and power measurements
Own components and subsystems from conception and prototyping through production-ready solutions
Support assembly tools, assembly methods, and process flows in internal labs and at outsourced/ODM manufacturing sites
Collaborate across teams, geographies, and external/ODM partners to integrate designs
Track and resolve technical issues and communicate status, risks, and mitigation plans
Lead technical work direction when needed, including defining metrics, assigning work, tracking milestones, and coordinating integration
Provide regular status updates to senior stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with demonstrated product design and analysis capabilities
Typically 4+ years of product development or equivalent experience
Strong grasp of mechanical engineering principles
Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to exercise independent judgment
Experience designing electromechanical components, electronic enclosures, mechanical assemblies, structural elements, fluid systems, and/or optical components
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and joining technologies, including injection molding, die casting, and sheet metal
Knowledge of mechanical material properties
Experience with mechanical and fluid systems analysis, including tolerances, stress/strain, and thermal calculations
Proficiency with CAD; high proficiency with CoCreate/OneSpace Designer is a strong plus
Design for Manufacturability, high-volume manufacturing methods, and design for reliability knowledge
Knowledge of microfluidics, FAB processes, final assembly methods, and phase-gate product development processes is highly valued
Ability to collaborate with internal teams and external/ODM partners across organizations and geographies
Willingness to travel as needed
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Growth mindset, creativity, and comfort operating in a start-up-like environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long term/short term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
11 paid holidays
Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave
Bonus and/or equity opportunities