Mechanical Engineer - Product Development

Job description:

We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to join our growing Product Development team. Under the direction of the Director of Product Development, this individual will be a key contributor to the design, fabrication, and testing of critical subsystems driving the success of our prototype and production equipment builds. Beyond being a curious and hands-on Mechanical Engineer, the ideal candidate will also have experience with electrical, electro-mechanical, and/or control subsystems. This is an exciting opportunity to come in on the ground floor of a rapidly growing industry and to help innovate in a fast-paced, start-up environment. The right individual will thrive in a team environment that requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills and must have a proven ability to exercise independent judgment and to manage multiple simultaneous priorities.

Supervisor: Director of Product Development

Responsibilities
· Collaborate other members of the Product Development team to design, machine, 3D print, and assemble key components for integration into prototype and production equipment.

· Assist in the assembly and commissioning of production equipment, from controls integration to process/facility layout, process debugging/improvement, and site acceptance testing.

· Lead the design and integration of critical subassemblies including material handling, thermal management, plasma treatment, and process control system.

· Manage mechanical aspects of internal and external builds. Support development of equipment BOMs and procurements, vendor relationships, and key deliverables.

· Assist in the development of technical documentation to support Operations and Business Development.

· Conduct independent research projects related to subassembly optimization and drive the origination of key product innovations.

· Conduct analytical, instrumented testing of prototypes and hardware.

· Design testing procedures to validate device functionality or process requirements.

· Able to generate creative solutions to the Product Development team.

· Support the continuous improvement, management, and safety of the workshop and fabrication space.

· Ensure all facilities meet company protocols for worker safety and quality control during prototype design and builds.

Requirements
· BS in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or Physics.

· Minimum 4-7 years’ experience and project lead capabilities desired.

· Demonstrated fluency in CAD/CAM design software (Inventor, Fusion 360, or SolidWorks preferred).

· Demonstrated aptitude in design, manufacturing, and testing of mechanical systems and strong problem-solving skills, and ability to design mechanical components that meet required specifications.

· Proficient in document, spreadsheet, and presentation applications (MS Office / Google Workspace), and demonstrated experience effectively communicating critical data to peers and leadership.

· Hard-working, goal-oriented, and proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment.

· Supportive team player who is creative, curious, and possesses a problem-solving mindset.

Additional information
Benefits:

Health Insurance; Vision, Dental, Life; Optional 401K; 3 weeks PTO with additional time off based on tenure, 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave, as well as professional development opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• CAD/CAM design software: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Holyoke, MA 01040 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Holyoke, MA 01040: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person