Job Description

Our hardware team builds the tangible connection to all that is Square. With the Square Card Reader and the introduction of Square Stand, our family of devices is growing - and this is only the beginning. As we introduce more and more of our products to the world, our hardware footprint expands.

Our hardware engineers are responsible for designing and developing world-class hardware products. They understand the subtleties of user interaction, robust communication interfaces, and smart product design.

Put your ME and design skills to work and help us come up with exciting new features and hardware products.

You will:

• Work closely with the product design team to develop new products and improve products already in the field.
• Develop rapid prototypes using common prototyping techniques such as 3D printing, machining, etc. 
• Help design high volume & high cosmetic plastic and metal parts.
• Collect input from cross-functional teams to improve your designs
• Effectively communicate your designs in CAD, Keynote, or Powerpoint, and in front of a group.
• Have mentorship from product design engineers to talk you through every step of the way. 

Unique aspects of being an Intern on the Square Product Design team: 

• Learn and take part in the different aspects of making a consumer product.
• Learn to utilize your existing education and skills to solve real-world engineering problems.
• Help to conquer the unique multidisciplinary challenges that come with making products for the payments space.
• Have an impact on new Square products and features.

Qualifications

You have: 

• Are currently working towards your BS in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or similar with a graduation date between December 2023 and May 2024
• Are interested in a career in product design
• Have basic proficiency in a 3D CAD tool (we use Solidworks)
• Have some knowledge of manufacturing processes typically used in consumer electronics (Injection molding, die casting, sheet metal, etc.)
• Have already taken classes in, and have a base knowledge and intuition around key mechanical engineering concepts (statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, etc.)
• Are hands-on and not afraid to solve problems by prototyping and testing
• Passionate about design and consumer electronics. Personal projects are encouraged. 

Role Location: This role is hybrid and the candidate will need to be located in the San Francisco Bay Area.