Senior Mechanical Engineer (Teradyne, North Reading, MA)

Teradyne • North Reading, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will contribute to the design and development of next‑generation System Level Test (SLT) platforms and enabling technologies. This role focuses on delivering technically sound, innovative solutions to medium‑complexity engineering problems while balancing customer requirements, technical risk, and manufacturing scalability. You will work closely with external customer‑facing teams and internal cross‑functional development partners to translate system architecture concepts into high‑volume, manufacturable products.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience, with 10+ years in machine design
• Strong ability to independently design, analyze, and test medium‑complexity electro‑mechanical systems and assemblies
• Deep expertise in mechanical design fundamentals including FEA, tolerancing, precision alignment, actuators, bearings, sensors, materials, and drawings
• High proficiency in SolidWorks
• experience with PDM, ERP/MRP, and enterprise engineering systems
• Proven capability to rapidly conceptualize ideas and communicate design intent to customers, cross‑functional teams, and suppliers
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented engineer with a disciplined approach and strong collaboration and communication skills

Nice To Haves

• System Level test or manufacturing equipment experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automated industrial equipment and electro‑mechanical systems for advanced SLT applications
• Synthesize requirements from multiple stakeholders into clear engineering tradeoffs, concepts, and system architectures
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Product Marketing, Applications, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and global engineering teams
• Contribute to the development of mechanical and electro‑mechanical assemblies including structures, cables, PCBAs, and precision mechanisms
• Drive solutions that support robotic test head manipulation, docking/clamping systems, and standardized test interfaces
• Engage with suppliers and global manufacturing partners to deliver cost‑effective, scalable designs
• Apply sound engineering rigor to ensure safe, reliable, and failsafe system operation
• Influence long‑term roadmaps by contributing technical expertise, innovative ideas, IP, and best practices

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• retirement savings plans
• life and disability insurance
• paid vacation & holidays
• tuition assistance programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees