Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

RISE Robotics•Somerville, MA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

RISE Robotics is seeking a passionate and team-oriented Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their team in shaping the future of heavy duty linear actuation and heavy machinery. The role involves end-to-end product development for commercial partners and the US Department of Defense, from concept through detailed design and prototype testing to progress new projects through the engineering lifecycle. This position will be onsite 4+ days/week in their Somerville office. The engineer will play a key role in evolving the next generation RISE hardware, from proof of concepts through product design.

Requirements

10+ years experience as either a Mechanical Design Engineer or similar role, directly contributing to R&D or Product Development involving complex, electro-mechanical system development and integration
A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
Proven technical aptitude and experience with electro-mechanical design and related manufacturing processes that might include: complex mechanical assemblies; rotating machinery; tolerance studies; design for assembly / manufacturing; EE and ME component and material selection; FMEA; design for life
Experience with fabrication processes, such as metal forming & CNC, injection molding, adhesives, composites, and complex mechanisms
Demonstrated working knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T
Proficiency with 3D design tools like SolidWorks and other CAD suites; knowledge about CAD design best practices, such as master modeling vs incontext design, etc. (SolidWorks knowledge is a plus but not required if demonstrated an ability for rapid software onboarding)
Knowledge and demonstrated experience with FEA analysis and verification of results
Proven troubleshooting skills and structured problem-solving approach
Experience leveraging manufacturing data to identify design and assembly issues and subsequently drive continuous quality
Working knowledge of bearings, linear guides, electric motors and drive train and rotating machinery component selection
Some programming experience in Python, MATLAB, LabView or other data acquisition and testing experience
Understanding of FEA for linear and nonlinear materials and experience with exploring the design space via parameter optimization
Experience working cross-functionally in a dynamic, high tech, startup environment
Experience with lifecycle testing
Hands-on experience with CNC, mills, lathes, drill presses, etc
Must be comfortable working on products for the US Department of Defense

Nice To Haves

SolidWorks knowledge is a plus but not required if demonstrated an ability for rapid software onboarding

Responsibilities

Develop proof of concept demonstration systems from requirements definition, concept design, engineering, analysis, through prototype testing and product demonstration stages prior to detailed engineering handoff
Progress mechanical systems through design gates via trade off studies, analysis, and design reviews
Direct activities to solve complex design and manufacturing challenges; support cost reduction and yield improvement efforts; and invent and commercialize new technologies
Plan and perform statistical analyses to characterize process and design interactions
Generate best practices guidelines and documentation to enable efficiencies in future hardware development and launch activities
Drive clear and accurate communications and recommendations to peers and senior management by distilling complex technical challenges, outlining options, and providing supporting data
Travel to domestic OEM partners, with small potential for overseas travel