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Mechanical Engineer (Design Review) and Prototype Assembler/Tester (Independent Contractors) Anyone
About the job
PumpNest is an early-stage company in Goodyear, Arizona, building a small countertop household appliance. We are looking for two people to help us build and test a first working test unit. You may apply for one role or both.
These are short-term independent contractor roles, about 160 hours in total.
ROLE 1: MECHANICAL ENGINEER, DESIGN REVIEW (about 100 hours)
Remote is fine. Local to the Phoenix area is a plus.
• Review a parts list and basic design for a small vacuum and refrigeration-based appliance
• Suggest improvements to the design and the parts list
• Review the safety and leak-check plan
• Advise during assembly and troubleshooting
ROLE 2: PROTOTYPE ASSEMBLER AND TESTER (about 60 hours)
Must be local to the Phoenix, Arizona area. Work will be done at a shared makerspace during its open hours (weekday afternoons and evenings, and Saturdays), so evening and weekend availability is welcome.
• Assemble and wire the test unit
• Connect tubing, a vacuum pump, sensors, and small electronics
• Run basic leak and safety checks
• Document what you built and tested
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
• For Role 1: a mechanical engineer with vacuum, refrigeration, or thermal systems experience (a plus, not required), and experience with CAD (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar) and prototyping
• For Role 2: hands-on skills with tools, wiring, tubing, soldering, and small electronics; experience with vacuum pumps, refrigeration, or electronics assembly is a plus
• Experience... read more
These are short-term independent contractor roles, about 160 hours in total.
ROLE 1: MECHANICAL ENGINEER, DESIGN REVIEW (about 100 hours)
Remote is fine. Local to the Phoenix area is a plus.
• Review a parts list and basic design for a small vacuum and refrigeration-based appliance
• Suggest improvements to the design and the parts list
• Review the safety and leak-check plan
• Advise during assembly and troubleshooting
ROLE 2: PROTOTYPE ASSEMBLER AND TESTER (about 60 hours)
Must be local to the Phoenix, Arizona area. Work will be done at a shared makerspace during its open hours (weekday afternoons and evenings, and Saturdays), so evening and weekend availability is welcome.
• Assemble and wire the test unit
• Connect tubing, a vacuum pump, sensors, and small electronics
• Run basic leak and safety checks
• Document what you built and tested
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
• For Role 1: a mechanical engineer with vacuum, refrigeration, or thermal systems experience (a plus, not required), and experience with CAD (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar) and prototyping
• For Role 2: hands-on skills with tools, wiring, tubing, soldering, and small electronics; experience with vacuum pumps, refrigeration, or electronics assembly is a plus
• Experience... read more
PumpNest is an early-stage company in Goodyear, Arizona, building a small countertop household appliance. We are looking for two people to help us build and test a first working test unit. You may apply for one role or both.
These are short-term independent contractor roles, about 160 hours in total.
ROLE 1: MECHANICAL ENGINEER, DESIGN REVIEW (about 100 hours)
Remote is fine. Local to the Phoenix area is a plus.
• Review a parts list and basic design for a small vacuum and refrigeration-based appliance
• Suggest improvements to the design and the parts list
• Review the safety and leak-check plan
• Advise during assembly and troubleshooting
ROLE 2: PROTOTYPE ASSEMBLER AND TESTER (about 60 hours)
Must be local to the Phoenix, Arizona area. Work will be done at a shared makerspace during its open hours (weekday afternoons and evenings, and Saturdays), so evening and weekend availability is welcome.
• Assemble and wire the test unit
• Connect tubing, a vacuum pump, sensors, and small electronics
• Run basic leak and safety checks
• Document what you built and tested
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
• For Role 1: a mechanical engineer with vacuum, refrigeration, or thermal systems experience (a plus, not required), and experience with CAD (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar) and prototyping
• For Role 2: hands-on skills with tools, wiring, tubing, soldering, and small electronics; experience with vacuum pumps, refrigeration, or electronics assembly is a plus
• Experience with food-grade materials is a plus
• Careful record-keeping and a safety-minded approach
• Able to work as an independent contractor and sign a confidentiality agreement
• Able to provide a short commitment letter and a CV or resume
DELIVERABLES
• Role 1: a reviewed parts list with your notes, and a short written summary of your design review and recommendations
• Role 2: an assembled and wired test unit, and a short written summary of the build and the leak and safety checks
To apply, please tell us which role or roles you are applying for, and send your CV or resume, a short note about related experience, and your hourly rate. read less
These are short-term independent contractor roles, about 160 hours in total.
ROLE 1: MECHANICAL ENGINEER, DESIGN REVIEW (about 100 hours)
Remote is fine. Local to the Phoenix area is a plus.
• Review a parts list and basic design for a small vacuum and refrigeration-based appliance
• Suggest improvements to the design and the parts list
• Review the safety and leak-check plan
• Advise during assembly and troubleshooting
ROLE 2: PROTOTYPE ASSEMBLER AND TESTER (about 60 hours)
Must be local to the Phoenix, Arizona area. Work will be done at a shared makerspace during its open hours (weekday afternoons and evenings, and Saturdays), so evening and weekend availability is welcome.
• Assemble and wire the test unit
• Connect tubing, a vacuum pump, sensors, and small electronics
• Run basic leak and safety checks
• Document what you built and tested
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
• For Role 1: a mechanical engineer with vacuum, refrigeration, or thermal systems experience (a plus, not required), and experience with CAD (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar) and prototyping
• For Role 2: hands-on skills with tools, wiring, tubing, soldering, and small electronics; experience with vacuum pumps, refrigeration, or electronics assembly is a plus
• Experience with food-grade materials is a plus
• Careful record-keeping and a safety-minded approach
• Able to work as an independent contractor and sign a confidentiality agreement
• Able to provide a short commitment letter and a CV or resume
DELIVERABLES
• Role 1: a reviewed parts list with your notes, and a short written summary of your design review and recommendations
• Role 2: an assembled and wired test unit, and a short written summary of the build and the leak and safety checks
To apply, please tell us which role or roles you are applying for, and send your CV or resume, a short note about related experience, and your hourly rate. read less
PumpNest is an early-stage company in Goodyear, Arizona, building a small countertop household appliance. We are looking for two people to help us build and test a first working test unit. You may apply for one role or both.
These are short-term independent contractor roles, about 160 hours in total.
ROLE 1: MECHANICAL ENGINEER, DESIGN REVIEW (about 100 hours)
Remote is fine. Local to the Phoen... read more
These are short-term independent contractor roles, about 160 hours in total.
ROLE 1: MECHANICAL ENGINEER, DESIGN REVIEW (about 100 hours)
Remote is fine. Local to the Phoen... read more
PumpNest is an early-stage company in Goodyear, Arizona, building a small countertop household appliance. We are looking for two people to help us build and test a first working test unit. You may apply for one role or both.
These are short-term independent contractor roles, about 160 hours in total.
ROLE 1: MECHANICAL ENGINEER, DESIGN REVIEW (about 100 hours)
Remote is fine. Local to the Phoenix area is a plus.
• Review a parts list and basic design for a small vacuum and refrigeration-based appliance
• Suggest improvements to the design and the parts list
• Review the safety and leak-check plan
• Advise during assembly and troubleshooting
ROLE 2: PROTOTYPE ASSEMBLER AND TESTER (about 60 hours)
Must be local to the Phoenix, Arizona area. Work will be done at a shared makerspace during its open hours (weekday afternoons and evenings, and Saturdays), so evening and weekend availability is welcome.
• Assemble and wire the test unit
• Connect tubing, a vacuum pump, sensors, and small electronics
• Run basic leak and safety checks
• Document what you built and tested
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
• For Role 1: a mechanical engineer with vacuum, refrigeration, or thermal systems experience (a plus, not required), and experience with CAD (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar) and prototyping
• For Role 2: hands-on skills with tools, wiring, tubing, soldering, and small electronics; experience with vacuum pumps, refrigeration, or electronics assembly is a plus
• Experience with food-grade materials is a plus
• Careful record-keeping and a safety-minded approach
• Able to work as an independent contractor and sign a confidentiality agreement
• Able to provide a short commitment letter and a CV or resume
DELIVERABLES
• Role 1: a reviewed parts list with your notes, and a short written summary of your design review and recommendations
• Role 2: an assembled and wired test unit, and a short written summary of the build and the leak and safety checks
To apply, please tell us which role or roles you are applying for, and send your CV or resume, a short note about related experience, and your hourly rate. read less
These are short-term independent contractor roles, about 160 hours in total.
ROLE 1: MECHANICAL ENGINEER, DESIGN REVIEW (about 100 hours)
Remote is fine. Local to the Phoenix area is a plus.
• Review a parts list and basic design for a small vacuum and refrigeration-based appliance
• Suggest improvements to the design and the parts list
• Review the safety and leak-check plan
• Advise during assembly and troubleshooting
ROLE 2: PROTOTYPE ASSEMBLER AND TESTER (about 60 hours)
Must be local to the Phoenix, Arizona area. Work will be done at a shared makerspace during its open hours (weekday afternoons and evenings, and Saturdays), so evening and weekend availability is welcome.
• Assemble and wire the test unit
• Connect tubing, a vacuum pump, sensors, and small electronics
• Run basic leak and safety checks
• Document what you built and tested
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
• For Role 1: a mechanical engineer with vacuum, refrigeration, or thermal systems experience (a plus, not required), and experience with CAD (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar) and prototyping
• For Role 2: hands-on skills with tools, wiring, tubing, soldering, and small electronics; experience with vacuum pumps, refrigeration, or electronics assembly is a plus
• Experience with food-grade materials is a plus
• Careful record-keeping and a safety-minded approach
• Able to work as an independent contractor and sign a confidentiality agreement
• Able to provide a short commitment letter and a CV or resume
DELIVERABLES
• Role 1: a reviewed parts list with your notes, and a short written summary of your design review and recommendations
• Role 2: an assembled and wired test unit, and a short written summary of the build and the leak and safety checks
To apply, please tell us which role or roles you are applying for, and send your CV or resume, a short note about related experience, and your hourly rate. read less
Things to know
Intermediate
Skill Level
$60 - $100/hr
Hourly (USD)
Part-time
Job type
1-3 months
Job duration
Areas of expertise
Assembly
Assembly Design
Cable & Wiring Harness Design
Mechanical Design
Prototype Building
Prototype Design
Prototyping
Refrigeration System Design
SolidWorks
Vacuum Technology Engineering
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Job categories
Mechanical Engineering
Prototype Design Services
Product Engineering Services
Design Engineering Services
Prototype Design Engineering
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Languages
English
Professional working proficiency
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