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Product Design Engineer

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses through social technology and immersive experiences.
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
AR/VR
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Description For Product Design Engineer

Meta Reality Labs is at the forefront of building the next evolution in social technology through AR and VR experiences. As a Product Design Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in developing hardware systems for AR and VR initiatives, working from concept to mass production. The role demands strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, prototyping expertise, and manufacturing process knowledge.

You'll be part of a dynamic cross-functional team, collaborating on cutting-edge technology that pushes the boundaries of what's possible in consumer electronics. The position involves working with state-of-the-art technologies, establishing optical engineering specifications, and ensuring manufacturability of designs.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to shape the future of virtual and augmented reality at one of the world's leading tech companies. You'll work directly with Meta's Asia-based supply chain, contributing to the development of next-generation VR/AR devices that will revolutionize how people connect and interact.

The role offers the chance to work on meaningful projects that impact billions of users worldwide, with access to Meta's extensive resources and expertise. You'll be part of Meta's mission to move beyond traditional 2D screens toward immersive experiences that break the constraints of physical limitations.

Join Meta's team of bright cross-disciplinary minds and help build tools that enable people to feel connected, anytime, anywhere. This role is perfect for those who combine technical expertise with innovative thinking and want to be at the forefront of the next computing platform.

Last updated 7 months ago

Responsibilities For Product Design Engineer

  • Model, build, test, and refine prototypes and characterization test systems
  • Work across the full product development cycle, from concept inception to shipping product
  • Push state-of-the-art technologies and approaches to solving complex mechanical problems
  • Design for Manufacturability - Ensure design robustness and scalability
  • Establish optical engineering specifications and test requirements
  • Collaborate with internal cross functional teams and external industry partners

Requirements For Product Design Engineer

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials, or Optics Engineering or 10 years equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of product design and development experience in high volume consumer electronics
  • Experience working with contract manufacturers on optical assembly
  • Experience in DOEs, data analysis, SPC control, Gauge R&R, root cause investigation
  • Fluent English and experience leading cross-functional communications
  • Testing and analysis experience (FEA, Simulation, Design of Experiments)
  • Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing techniques

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