Mechanical Engineer II (Apparel & Accessories) jobs in United States
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WHOOP · 13 hours ago

Mechanical Engineer II (Apparel & Accessories)

WHOOP is on a mission to unlock human performance, and they are seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to develop innovative wearable technology. This role involves owning the mechanical design and development of next-generation WHOOP bands and accessories, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create high-performance products.

Consumer ElectronicsFitnessSportsWearablesWellness
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Own the end-to-end mechanical design of new WHOOP bands and related wearable accessories, from concept through production
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Industrial Design, Electrical Engineering, Product, and Manufacturing to develop user-centric, durable, and manufacturable solutions
Create and manage detailed CAD models, assemblies, and 2D drawings to support prototyping and production
Own and drive second sourcing initiatives for mechanical components and assemblies to diversify the supply base and reduce manufacturing risk
Collaborate with product marketing to support seasonal product launches
Perform root-cause analysis and implement design improvements for quality, reliability, and performance enhancements
Support prototype builds, testing, and validation both in-house and at global manufacturing partners
Contribute to the development of material specifications, DFM/DFA guidelines, and mechanical standards for wearable devices
Support and mentor junior team members and share best practices within the engineering organization
Up to 20% international travel to contract manufacturers and suppliers

Qualification

Mechanical DesignSolidWorksConsumer ElectronicsTolerance AnalysisSoft Goods IntegrationInjection MoldingSheet Metal FabricationMaterials KnowledgePassion for Product DevelopmentFEA Tools FamiliarityRapid PrototypingEnvironmental TestingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Required

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field
3 - 4 years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in consumer electronics, wearables, or soft goods design
Strong proficiency in SolidWorks, tolerance analysis, and mechanical drawing creation
Experience with soft goods integration, injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, and materials like silicones, textiles, elastomers, and plastics
Familiarity with second sourcing, supplier qualification, and risk mitigation strategies in manufacturing
Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to work effectively across disciplines and time zones
Passion for product development and attention to detail
Up to 20% international travel to contract manufacturers and suppliers

Preferred

Experience working with offshore manufacturing partners
Knowledge of wearables, sports/fitness accessories, or human factors engineering
Familiarity with FEA tools, rapid prototyping, and environmental testing

Benefits

Competitive base salaries
Meaningful equity
Consistent pay practices
Benefits
A generous equity package

Company

WHOOP is a fitness tech company that offers wearables that track sleep, recovery, and performance.

H1B Sponsorship

WHOOP has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (32)
2024 (18)
2023 (15)
2022 (5)
2021 (17)
2020 (6)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$404.75M
Key Investors
SoftBank Vision FundIVPFoundry Group
2026-01-15Undisclosed
2021-08-30Series F· $200M
2020-10-28Series E· $100M

Leadership Team

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Will Ahmed
Founder & CEO
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Aurelian Nicolae
Co-Founder & Chief Hardware Engineer
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