Mechanical Engineer- Waltham

Acorn Product Development • Waltham, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Acorn Product Development designs and engineers products for global manufacturability, serving Fortune 100 and 500 companies as well as start-ups. Its work spans robotics, industrial products, life science, medical devices, and consumer products. This is an onsite position based out of Acorn’s Waltham, Massachusetts office. The engineer will work with clients and multidisciplinary teams to develop product solutions, create detailed designs and documentation, perform mechanical engineering analyses, and support prototypes through production. The role also involves vendor interaction, prototype and production testing, technical reporting, and project activity management.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent; a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
• At least 3 years of design and engineering analysis experience.
• Experience transitioning at least one complex electromechanical product from early concept into production.
• Working knowledge of designing molded, sheet metal, and machined components.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks.
• Experience preparing engineering documentation for production release in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
• On-the-job analysis experience in at least two of the following areas: tolerance analysis; FEA and/or CFD; strength of materials; heat transfer; shock and vibration.
• Ability to work with teams in a fast-paced product development environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and certification processes.
• Hands-on shop and lab skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
• Creo experience.
• Hands-on project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Work with clients to identify requirements and brainstorm, define, and develop product solutions.
• Create detailed designs and documentation to meet project objectives.
• Identify and perform mechanical engineering analyses.
• Collaborate with industrial design and UX teams to produce refined product designs.
• Interface with vendors for prototyping, tooling, and production.
• Test and evaluate prototypes, tooling, and first articles.
• Create project and technical reports as required.
• Manage project activities.
• Broaden the breadth and depth of technical knowledge.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability benefits
• 401(k)
• Health care spending accounts
• Quarterly and annual company events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level