Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Description:
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
Requirements:
*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

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