Cross-Functional, Debugging Skills, Design Evaluation, Design Services, Electromechanical Systems, Failure Analysis, Finite Element Analysis, Hardware Design, Manufacturing, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Performance Management, Power Transmission, Process Development, Process Improvement, Product Design, Product Development, Product Support, Prototyping, Quality Assurance Methodology, Reliability Analysis, Reliability Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, System Integration (SI), Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing
We are seeking a highly capable Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (contract/temporary) to support ongoing product development and improvement efforts. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role centered on improving existing designs, building hardware, and driving real-world performance.
The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience, strong Onshape proficiency, and thrives in a fast-paced, highly collaborative onsite environment.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and improve components and systems based on existing products (“like design”)
- Develop and release mechanical designs using Onshape
- Drive improvements in performance, manufacturability, and reliability
- Support testing, root cause analysis, and design iteration
- Prototype and evaluate alternative design approaches
- Contribute to system integration (mechanisms, motion systems, assemblies)
- Develop and refine assembly and test processes
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and field teams
- Build, assemble, and validate prototypes and hardware hands-on
- 8+ years of mechanical design experience
- Strong proficiency with Onshape (required)
- Experience across key domains: machined parts, sheet metal, plastics, mechanisms, power transmission, and thermal systems
- Experience with testing, debugging, and iterative design
- Strong understanding of DFM and practical manufacturing considerations
- Hands-on capability, including building and validating designs independently
- Experience with electromechanical systems and system integration
- Ability to adapt and improve existing designs
- Comfortable working onsite in a collaborative environment
Nice to have:
- Experience with large weldments and structural design (FEA a plus)
- Experience working around rotating machinery
- Background in reliability, failure analysis, or assembly/test process development
Engagement Details
- Type: Contract / Temporary
- Location: Onsite (no remote)
- Duration: 6 month +
- Start: Immediate
- Growth Opportunity: This role has the potential to convert to a full-time position based on performance and business needs
Impact of the Role
This role is critical to driving near-term design execution, product improvements, and reliability gains. You will directly influence the performance and success of systems deployed in real-world environments.
Additional Information
Location: This role is based in Burlington, MA. We are seeking local candidates, as relocation assistance is not available.
Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position currently
Compensation details: 70-100 Hourly Wage
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