Senior Mechanical Engineer

Acorn Product Development is a top innovator in product design and engineering for global manufacturability. We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Waltham, MA. The successful candidate will have 8+ years of design and engineering analysis experience and a strong background in robotic and automated hardware systems.

Requirements

• 8+ years of design and engineering analysis experience with a BSME or equivalent (MSME preferred)
• Demonstrated success developing robotic and/or automated hardware systems
• Hands-on project management experience with interdisciplinary teams
• Experience transitioning at least two complex electromechanical products from early concept into production
• Experience defining engineering requirements and hardware architecture for complex systems
• Working knowledge of designing molded, sheet metal and machined components
• Adept at specifying and sourcing off-the-shelf components (e.g. actuators, bearings, fluid handling components)
• Proficient with SolidWorks (Creo a plus) and preparing engineering documentation per ASME Y14.5 for production release
• On-the-job analysis experience in at least three of the following areas: Tolerance analysis, FEA and/or CFD, Strength of materials, Heat transfer, Shock & vibration
• Ability to work with distributed teams in a fast-paced product development environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and certification processes
• Hands-on shop/lab skills

Benefits

• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off