Principal Mechanical Engineer

1 month ago

Waltham, United States Boston Engineering Corporation Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

Boston Engineering improves the way people work and live through innovative product design and novel engineering. We are product designers and engineers for the Medical, Industrial, Commercial, and Defense sectors. Experts in robotics, motion control and embedded systems, DFX, and digital transformation, we are ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified.  Seeking innovative, passionate self-starters who are looking to work in an environment where curiosity and drive are encouraged and rewarded. Founded in 1995, we are located in Waltham, MA.  

Job Description

Boston Engineering, an innovative product development engineering company, seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer for commercial and medical product development.  Are you a results-oriented, customer-focused person who “jumps right in” to solve tough engineering challenges? Do you have a passion for meeting challenging project goals through excellent teamwork and communication skills?  We are Boston Engineering - a team of expert engineers designing transformative products across medical, industrial, defense, and commercial sectors. Our tight-knit culture values curiosity, innovation, and making a difference.  

Our projects range from front-end proof of principle developments to evaluating the feasibility of new product requirements through the introduction of low, mid, and high-volume products. This position requires fluency in all aspects of the new product development process, working with small teams, and the ability to take the technical lead on mechanical engineering aspects of the project. Based on the range of mechanical designs conducted at Boston Engineering, breadth across various mechanical engineering areas is desired.  

In this role, you will:

  • Lead new product development from requirements through the successful introduction to manufacturing 
  • Guide and contribute to mechanical system design on multi-disciplinary development projects  
  • Solve problems by employing expertise in creative and effective ways, including ideation and iterative concept development and testing 
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to other engineers; plan, organize, and prioritize your work and the work of others to meet deadlines 
  • Generate mechanical designs of electromechanical products for low, mid, and high-volume production 
  • Develop appropriate techniques for breadboards, proof of principle units, and prototypes as part of the new product development process 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
  • Support the preparation of proposals and develop estimates for new business opportunities 
  • Understand and practice the job role within our quality management system as trained 

Location:  Office-based role in Waltham, MA 

If this sounds like the right challenge for you, apply today

Qualifications

  • Minimum of a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering plus 10+ years of product development experience 
  • Expertise in MCAD, preferably in Creo and/or SolidWorks  
  • Expertise in the use of engineering analysis tools in product development, including CFD and FEA 
  • Experience in the development of products that include software, electrical, and mechanical design  
  • Demonstrated experience in new product development programs, bringing new products and new technologies successfully to market 
  • Demonstrated experience in DFM, DFA, and design for cost and reliability 
  • Experience in prototyping and rapid prototyping techniques 
  • Experience in product plastic part design, sheet metal and stamping design, and high-precision design of electromechanical systems 
  • Experience in motion system design and analysis, motion control, and robotics; microfluidics and vision system experience a plus  
  • Ability to source COTS products that can be incorporated into novel assemblies and subassemblies 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Previous experience in an engineering services environment (nice to have)
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 (nice to have)
  • Medical device development experience (nice to have) 


Additional Information

We offer a work environment which encourages our team to cross-train, pursue inspiring and innovative engineering, and experience a broad depth and breadth of opportunities. We offer an open, energetic working environment that fosters an entrepreneurial team spirit.   

This role is restricted to US persons (i.e., US citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 USC 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Boston Engineering will require proof of status prior to employment.

**Your application will not be considered complete without a submitted writing sample.**

**No relocation**

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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