Mechanical Engineer

About this role

Vital Lyfe is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop water-making technology components, managing the full lifecycle from concept through high-volume production. You'll own mechanical systems including pumps and valves while driving manufacturing process optimization and automation.

What you'll do

• Design mechanical components (pumps, valves, pressure vessels) for water-making systems
• Lead product development from conceptual design through manufacturing launch
• Test, validate, and iterate on prototypes to ensure reliability across diverse environments
• Develop and optimize production line processes, including automation and control systems
• Establish supply chain strategy and product lifecycle management balancing cost and quality
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system-level optimization

What they're looking for

• CAD and FEA software proficiency
• Mechanical and electromechanical design
• Product testing and analysis
• High-volume manufacturing experience
• Pump and valve component knowledge
• Automation programming
• Problem-solving and innovation
• Cross-functional collaboration

Benefits

• Equity ownership in early-stage startup
• Work on global water security and climate impact
• Mission-driven, engineering-led team environment
• Fast-paced growth opportunity with long-term career building
• Hands-on involvement in breakthrough technology scaling