Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Charlestown, MA, US • Posted 21 hours ago • Updated 9 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
$150000 - $170000/yr
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Skills

  • FAR
  • Product Design
  • Concept Development
  • Production Support
  • Computer Hardware
  • SolidWorks
  • Creo
  • Modeling
  • Management
  • Documentation
  • Change Control
  • Systems Analysis/design
  • Risk Assessment
  • Quality Assurance
  • Electromechanics
  • Machining
  • Injection Molding
  • Manufacturing
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Systems Design
  • Prototyping
  • Testing
  • Product Development
  • Manufacturing Support
  • Performance Tuning
  • Technical Writing
  • Project Planning
  • Collaboration
  • Insurance
  • Professional Development
  • Robotics
  • SAP BASIS

Summary

A rapidly growing robotics and automation company in the Boston area is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to play a critical role in the development of advanced industrial robotic systems. This full-time opportunity is ideal for an engineer who enjoys bringing physical products from concept through deployment while solving complex mechanical challenges that directly impact product performance, manufacturability, and reliability.

This position goes far beyond traditional product design. You'll be involved in every stage of the engineering lifecycle, from early concept development and prototyping through production support and field performance improvements. The team is looking for someone who combines strong mechanical design expertise with a hands-on engineering mindset and a passion for building robust hardware that performs in demanding real-world environments. If you enjoy seeing your designs move from CAD models to deployed systems, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on a rapidly scaling product platform.
Required Skills & Experience
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
  • 7+ years of mechanical engineering experience within robotics, automation, industrial equipment, or similar technology-focused industries
  • Proven experience taking products from initial design through production and deployment
  • Strong background designing precision components and assemblies utilizing machined, sheet metal, and welded structures
  • Proficiency with modern CAD software such as Onshape, SolidWorks, Creo, or similar parametric modeling tools
  • Experience managing engineering documentation, design revisions, and change-control processes
  • Familiarity with tolerance analysis, design validation, risk assessment, and quality assurance methodologies
  • Hands-on experience building and evaluating physical prototypes
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Prior work on robotic systems, automated machinery, or electromechanical products
  • Experience supporting manufacturing scale-up efforts and production launches
  • Understanding of supplier qualification and quality review processes
  • Exposure to CNC machining, fabricated assemblies, additive manufacturing, and injection molding techniques
  • Experience identifying and resolving issues during manufacturing builds or field deployments
  • Ability to balance technical, operational, and cost considerations when making engineering decisions
  • Track record of driving product reliability and continuous improvement initiatives
What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown
  • 35% Mechanical System Design
  • 25% Prototyping & Testing
  • 20% Product Development & Manufacturing Support
  • 20% Reliability & Performance Optimization
Daily Responsibilities
  • 70% Hands-On Engineering
  • 15% Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • 10% Technical Documentation & Reviews
  • 5% Project Planning & Coordination
The Offer Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Generous paid time off and company holidays
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities
  • Opportunity to work on highly visible robotics products deployed in real-world industrial environments

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 10105282
  • Position Id: 886455
  • Posted 21 hours ago

Company Info

About Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Motion Recruitment delivers IT Talent Solutions for Contract, Direct Hire, Managed Solutions and Statement of Work to all of North America from our 21 delivery centers. Our high-touch, specialized, team-based recruitment model’s success is proven through our exemplary track record in filling the most challenging IT positions for startup and enterprise clients alike. Our hyper-specialized tech focus results in a truly consultative approach for both our clients and candidates, within our recruiting areas of expertise: Software, Mobile, Data, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Product + UX and Functional.

Motion also delivers IT Consulting Solutions through the Motion Consulting Group (MCG) that create true digital transformation for IT projects in Agile Development & Coaching, DevOps & DevSecOps Solutions, and Managed Services for IT Operations.

We’re also the proud creators of Tech in Motion and the Timmy Awards, our North American community platform, events series and award program that connects over 250,000 tech enthusiasts to meet, learn, and innovate.

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