Principal Mechanical Engineer

Principal Mechanical Engineer (Medical Device / Capital Equipment)

Onsite in Boxborough, MA | 6-12 month contract possible extension/conversion

We are seeking a Principal Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineer to support the lifecycle of a complex, large-scale electromechanical medical device system. This role is focused on sustaining engineering, root cause analysis, and continuous product improvement for a product that is fully commercialized and in active production.

This is a high-impact, hands-on role where you will serve as a key technical resource, working cross-functionally to diagnose issues, implement design changes, and ensure long-term product performance and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead root cause analysis and technical problem solving for complex mechanical and electromechanical systems in production
• Drive engineering change orders (ECOs), design updates, and product improvements
• Support sustaining engineering efforts for a mature, high-value capital equipment product
• Develop and execute test methods, validation activities, and failure analysis
• Partner with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Service
• Evaluate and improve manufacturability, reliability, and performance of components and assemblies
• Work closely with suppliers on DFM/DFA, component changes, and end-of-life transitions
• Create and maintain technical documentation including BOMs, reports, and FMEAs
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and collaborate across distributed teams
• Support hands-on activities including testing, troubleshooting, and working directly with hardware

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• ~5 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, sustaining, or product support engineering
• Strong experience with root cause analysis, failure analysis, and problem solving in production environments
• Background supporting complex electromechanical or capital equipment systems
• Experience with engineering change processes (ECOs), FMEA, and design modifications
• Ability to work hands-on with hardware, including testing and troubleshooting
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in regulated industries (medical device strongly preferred; regulated environments - aerospace or semiconductor also relevant)
• Familiarity with large-scale mechanical systems, motion systems, or imaging equipment
• Experience with DFM/DFA, supplier collaboration, and product lifecycle management (PLM)
• Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks) and standard engineering documentation practices
• Knowledge of quality and regulatory frameworks (e.g., FDA, ISO)

About Us:

At Brooksource, relationships are the foundation of everything we do. Since 2000, we ve built lasting partnerships with clients, consultants, and internal teams to deliver an exceptional experience across every engagement. As a trusted IT and Engineering services provider, Brooksource supports Fortune 500 organizations through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, and Elevate, our proprietary Workforce Transformation program. Whether you're hiring forsoftware development,cloud computing,cybersecurity,data analytics, orenterprise IT, our customized staffing solutions are designed to align with your company s unique goals, culture, and technology stack. We offer flexible hiring models, includingcontract,contract-to-hire, anddirect placementto meet your evolving business needs.

We are a certified partner of leading platforms, including Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft, and Google Cloud, enabling us to deliver scalable, end-to-end technology solutions. With a growing national footprint, Brooksource is redefining expectations in IT consulting, engineering services, and technology workforce solutions.

EEO Statement: Brooksource is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Benefits & Perks: Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.

Pay Disclaimer: The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.