Mechanical Engineer

Why BRAH Electric

At BRAH Electric, we’re not just building parts — we’re solving some of the toughest challenges in the power distribution industry. Based in Carlsbad, CA, we’re a boutique manufacturer with a big impact. Our mission is simple: help customers solve urgent electrical problems faster and at lower cost than OEMs — without ever compromising quality.

With over 3,000 products, distribution to 26+ countries, and a reputation for quick solutions, BRAH has become a trusted partner for wholesalers, contractors, and industrial clients. Our team is small but mighty — about 10 people total — and our engineering team is just three strong. That means your work will be front and center, and your contributions will directly shape the future of our products and our growth.

Why Now

Our engineering team has been running lean with just two senior engineers, and we’re spread thin. Customer demand is growing, new product opportunities are knocking, and we’re ready to add a third engineer to help move projects faster, serve customers better, and keep revenue growth on track.

This is your chance to step in at a pivotal moment and play a critical role in shaping the future of BRAH’s product line.

Your Mission

As a Mechanical Engineer at BRAH, you’ll be at the heart of designing, prototyping, and improving critical aftermarket electrical components that keep businesses running. You won’t just be sketching ideas on a whiteboard — you’ll be hands-on from concept to prototype to production, working side by side with senior engineers who’ve spent decades bringing products to market.

You’ll thrive here if you’re driven by purpose: creating high-performing parts that meet or exceed OEM standards, solving problems that directly impact customers, and finding satisfaction in precision, quality, and creative design solutions.

A Day in the Life

One day you might be running CAD models in SolidWorks, analyzing tolerances, and iterating on a new bus plug design. Next, you’re in the shop testing prototypes, collaborating with machine shops, and validating whether your design improvements deliver the performance and usability customers need.

Recently, our team redesigned a 200A bus plug to improve ergonomics — moving the handle to the front door for easier installation.

Another breakthrough was creating direct replacement rating plugs for obsolete breakers — a change that has saved customers hundreds of thousands of dollars and countless hours of frustration.

Those are the kinds of problems you’ll get to solve. Your work won’t sit on a shelf; it will land in the hands of customers solving urgent electrical issues around the world.

Who You Are

- Analytical, detail-oriented, and driven to design with precision.

- A creative problem-solver who sees constraints as opportunities.

- Hands-on and practical — you like to build, test, and improve, not just theorize.

- A self-starter who takes full ownership of your work — no one is going to bark at you to get things done. You get out what you put in, and you love seeing projects move fast and smooth.

- Bonus if you have project management-level organization skills to keep tasks, timelines, and communication on point.

- Collaborative and open-minded, thriving in a small, entrepreneurial team.

What You’ll Be Doing

- Own full projects: concept → CAD design → prototyping → validation → production.

- Design, analyze, and refine mechanical and electro-mechanical components.

- Run CAD models and drawings (SolidWorks; NX Unigraphics a plus).

- Perform basic FEA and interference checks to validate designs.

- Partner with machine shops, 3D print shops, and suppliers to bring designs to life.

- Assemble and test prototypes, ensuring designs meet high standards.

- Create BOMs, test plans, assembly/installation instructions, and documentation.

- Support procurement and manufacturing teams with technical insights.

- Contribute to projects with the owner’s separate engineering company that serves other industries — a secondary bonus that will expose you to diverse products and customers (details discussed in interviews).

What You’ll Need to Succeed

- Effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

- Must be creative, open-minded, a good communicator, and a good listener.

- Commitment to excellence and high standards.

- BSME or equivalent training/experience.

- 3–5+ years of mechanical engineering experience (mid-level).

- SolidWorks modeling and drafting expertise.

- Knowledge of GD&T, manufacturing methods, and machine design.

- Basic FEA experience and interference check know-how.

- Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

Bonus Points If…

- You have experience with NX Unigraphics.

- You’ve worked on electrical/mechanical product design.

- You’ve thrived in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Schedule & Compensation

- Schedule: On-site in Carlsbad, CA, standard hours 8 AM–5 PM, Monday–Friday.

- Compensation: Competitive base salary of $90,000–$120,000 DOE.

Benefits

- PTO: 1 week after 4 months, 2 weeks after 1.5 years

- 8 paid holidays + sick time

- Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance (after 6 months)

- 401(k) with 3% company match (immediately vested)

- Performance-based bonuses

- Stability and growth opportunities in a fast-growing business

Working with Us

At BRAH, you’ll be joining a three-person engineering team inside a 10-person business, where your work will be highly visible and impactful. You’ll be working shoulder-to-shoulder with seasoned engineers, making an impact every single day, and contributing to products that solve real-world problems.

How to Apply

Apply on our website—attach your resume and a very short cover letter (just fill in the text box). In your cover letter, tell us about the most exciting project you’ve worked on in the last two years and why it mattered to you.

Selected candidates will move on to a one-way video interview before we invite finalists for on-site interviews.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Flexible schedule

- Health insurance

- Paid time off

- Parental leave

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person