Our Mechanical Engineering Experts

We are specialists at finding reliable solutions to even the most challenging structures, mechanisms, materials and environments of use. Our talented designers, electronics and engineering team combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving to deliver products that perform predictably with precision, meet regulatory requirements and manufacturing tolerances – making the impossible possible.

Video: Meet our mechanical design team (1:30min)

Deep Mechanical Know-How is at the Center of Physical Product Design

Our mechanical engineers work closely alongside industrial design, electronics, and software teams to solve technical challenges, speed up development, and keep budgets on track.

Three Design 1st mechanical engineers behind a blue Waterotor hydrokinetic turbine prototype outdoors

Image: Design 1st mechanical team with Waterotor prototype

Our creative mechanical design team solves your complex technical challenges

Our integrated team finds good solutions that avoid costly delays and manufacturing issues:

3D modeling and FEA/CFD simulations predict performance before prototyping
We do custom robotic mechanisms, confined spaces, demanding environments
Materials selection for manufacturing process, durability, weight, performance…
Sensor design-integration, even in harsh environments requiring IP67+ protection
Testing to protocols for drop, shock, thermal, transport, ingress protection..

Mechanical Design Services and Specializations

Delivering precision mechanical design expertise to solve your most challenging technical requirements.

Advanced Simulation and Analysis

Validating designs through virtual testing before physical prototyping:

Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural integrity
Optimize fluid flow –air/water… using CFD tool
Multi-body dynamics simulation
Virtual drop and impact testing
Thermal imaging analysis
Digital twin simulation
Pressure vessel and hydraulic system simulation
Vibration analysis and modal frequency testing

Robotics and Automation Systems

Engineering precise mechanical systems for controlled movement:

Collaborative robot (cobot) design
Custom gantry systems with multi-axis control
Articulated arm mechanisms
End-effector and tooling design
Actuator selection and integration
Sealed rotary joint systems
Industrial automation systems
Rugged mobile platforms

Mechanism Design and Complex Systems

Solving precise motion challenges with innovative mechanical solutions:

Custom gearbox and power transmission design
Miniaturized mechanisms when space-constrained
Ruggedized enclosures with IP-rated protection
Kinematic linkage systems
Custom latching and quick-release mechanisms
Hermetically sealed systems
Spring and elastomer design
Energy-efficient mechanical systems

Design for Manufacturing (DFM)

Optimizing designs for efficient production and assembly:

Material selection for best fit situation requirements
Injection molding optimization
Sheet metal design
CNC machining specifications
Manufacturing feasibility assessments
GD&T implementation
Design for assembly (DFA)
Tooling and fixture design

End-to-End Mechanical Design Expertise to Power Your Product Innovation

Our mechanical engineering team tackles the most challenging technical problems—from concept to manufacturing—ensuring your product is robust, manufacturable, and market-ready. By addressing design challenges early and applying specialized expertise, we eliminate the technical roadblocks that typically delay product launches by months.

Annotated cutaway render of the GeoSight mining borehole probe showing sensor array, PCB housing and sealed gearbox — Project: GeoSight, Underground Mining Borehole Mapping using LiDar

Ruggedized Engineering for Extreme Environments

Designing for harsh environments requires balancing material science, mechanical protection, and durability testing. Whether it’s underground mining equipment, exposed outdoor installations, or industrial automation, our designs withstand extreme conditions.

We identify environmental stressors early—temperature ranges, moisture ingress, impact scenarios—and select appropriate materials and sealing techniques. This systematic approach prevents field failures while maintaining reasonable manufacturing costs and timelines.

Video: Swabbot Collborative Robot Case study

Robotics and Automation System Design

Developing successful robotics requires expertise in motion control, mechanical kinematics, and system integration. Our team specializes in custom robotic solutions that solve complex industrial challenges.

We design collaborative robots, multi-axis positioning systems, and precision end effectors that deliver consistent results. From tank cleaning cobots to automated test equipment, we build mechanical systems that extend human capabilities while meeting strict performance requirements.

Disassembled Joylux vSculpt device showing its aluminum casting, near-IR LED boards and main PCB — Project: vSulpt FDA approved medical device

Strategic Learning

Competitive products research and reverse engineering accelerates development by building upon existing mechanical solutions, reducing both cost and risk. Our process combines detailed physical examination, advanced scanning techniques, and systematic analysis to understand how successful products work.

We identify critical dimensions, material properties, and mechanical interactions to create enhanced designs with improved performance. This approach is particularly valuable for complex mechanisms, legacy part replacements, and competitive product analysis—delivering faster time-to-market while ensuring compatibility with existing systems.

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Design for Manufacturing and Production Optimization

Manufacturing constraints directly impact product cost, quality, and production timelines. We identify optimal manufacturing processes early—injection molding, CNC machining, sheet metal forming—and design specifically for those methods.

Our mechanical engineers implement proper draft angles, wall thicknesses, and tolerance specifications from the concept phase. This systematic DFM approach prevents costly redesigns and tooling modifications, ensuring your product transitions smoothly from prototype to volume production with predictable costs and quality.