Mechanical Engineer - Research

At Meta Reality Labs Research, our goal is to explore, innovate and design novel interfaces and hardware subsystems for the next generation of virtual, augmented, and mixed reality experiences. We are looking for a skilled and motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our team, whose mission is to design, build, and test future consumer AR experiences. As part of our team, you will develop state of the art mechanical structures, mechanisms, and solutions for next generation research devices. You will become part of a team chartered with the exploration of new concepts through analytical modeling and fast iterative prototyping. A wide range of approaches will be explored combining electrical, mechanical, firmware, and software techniques. We want people who work well in teams, can brainstorm big ideas, work in new technology areas, drive a concept into a prototype, and can envision how a prototype could transition into a high-volume consumer product. The individual should demonstrate the experience to continuously develop personal knowledge and expertise in new technology for AR display, sensing systems, process design, manufacturing, and scalability.

Mechanical Engineer - Research Responsibilities:

• Mechanical background with proven working knowledge of developing consumer products, high precision alignment process development of optical systems
• Apply rigorous engineering to model, build, test, and refine prototypes
• Participate on a research team providing advice/guidance/insights to your peers in your area(s) of expertise
• Transform ambiguous requests and vendor reference designs into working custom solutions
• Contribute to FMEA, failure analysis, tolerance analysis, gauge R&R, and the GD&T activities supporting product and prototyping development

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• 8+ years of experience working on complex ME designs in collaborative, cross functional environments
• Experience in 3D design modeling (SolidWorks or NX) and physical prototyping
• Experience working with international equipment vendors and international contract manufacturers

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience demonstrating creative problem solving towards novel technology development.
• Familiarity with VR/AR systems or wearable technologies
• Experience with one of more of the following: precision design and measurement (GD&T, CMM, OMM ), elastomeric materials and their manufacturing limitations, FEA
• Experience with component/system level modeling and optimization DOE and DFSS
• Experience with mass production of systems requiring variety of manufacturing processes: soft goods, active optical alignment, multishot/insert molding, machining.
• 6+ years experience working on high-volume consumer products
• Experience designing haptics devices, mechanisms and actuators into novel customer experiences

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.

$170,000/year to $240,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Client-provided location(s): Redmond, WA

Job ID: a1KDp00000E2XPrMAN

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-05-17T00:15:16