Senior Mechanical Engineer

Halo•Cambridge, MA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Halo is a technology company building haircare products for all textures through engineering and human-centered design. The company is developing HaloBraid, a braid-assist device that combines computer vision, compliant fiber manipulation, and novel mechanisms to help stylists complete braids faster and gently. Halo is moving from research and development into deployment with salons, with backing from Seven Seven Six, AlleyCorp, and Bling Capital. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will architect mechanical systems and sub-assemblies, taking designs from 3D CAD through production-ready parts. This hands-on role collaborates across mechanical, industrial design, electrical, and manufacturing engineering, as well as with users and other cross-functional teams. The role also manages engineers, establishes best practices and standards, and helps strengthen the engineering culture. It reports directly to the CEO and is onsite at Halo’s office and lab in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

Experience with CAD and mechanical design of complex robotics or consumer electronics, with direct ownership of systems or subsystems.
Experience with all stages of the concept-to-production cycle, including rapid prototyping, design for manufacturing (DFM), and contract manufacturing.
Experience bringing novel technology to market.
Authorization to work in the United States.
User-centric approach and interest in building products people use and love.
Low-ego, adaptable, and collaborative working style.
Enthusiasm for fast-paced iteration and learning from user feedback.
Passion and drive for innovation.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to concisely convey and discuss complex ideas.

Nice To Haves

Experience with mechanisms, mechatronics, and moving components.
Experience with DFM/DFA principles and mass manufacturing methods.
Experience optimizing designs using CFD simulation results.
Electronics prototyping experience.
Experience collaborating with suppliers during prototyping and contract manufacturing.
Experience managing CAD systems and general assemblies.
Experience collaborating with industrial design to incorporate user needs, ergonomics, and aesthetics.

Responsibilities

Architect mechanical systems and sub-assemblies from 3D CAD through production-ready parts.
Collaborate with mechanical, industrial design, electrical, and manufacturing engineers, users, and cross-functional teams.
Manage engineers, set best practices and standards, and strengthen the engineering culture.
Push for elegant and effective solutions, challenge the status quo, and drive design forward.