Senior Mechanical Engineer

Actalent • Norwood, MA • 7h ago

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Lead the mechanical design and development of complex electromechanical products from concept through production launch. Design and develop mechanisms, structures, test fixtures, and full machine or system-level solutions. Manage multiple concurrent engineering projects while meeting technical requirements, cost targets, and schedules. Own the full product development lifecycle including research, concept generation, design, build, test, analysis, and optimization.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain CAD models, assemblies, mechanical drawings, and BOMs using GD&T best practices.

Perform and interpret FEA to validate structural, thermal, and mechanical performance.

Drive design for manufacturability, assembly, reliability, and cost across appropriate manufacturing processes.

Plan and execute verification and validation testing, including fixture design, data acquisition, analysis, and documentation.

Collaborate closely with electrical, firmware, and software teams to define mechanical interfaces and system architecture.

Partner with manufacturing, supply chain, marketing, and service teams to develop specifications and resolve design tradeoffs.

Work directly with vendors and suppliers on component selection, fabrication, and integration.

Generate and manage ECOs and other engineering change documentation.

Identify technical risks and drive mitigation strategies throughout development.

Mentor and coach junior engineers on mechanical design principles, CAD usage, and engineering best practices.

Essential Skills

Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics.

8+ years of experience designing, developing, and launching complex electromechanical products.

Strong experience in machine design including mechanisms, structures, kinematics, drives, sensors, and component packaging.

Experience designing precision, reliable mechanisms and assemblies.

Proficiency in CAD and FEA tools such as SolidWorks (or equivalent).

Solid understanding of GD&T, mechanical drawings, BOMs, and engineering change processes.

Knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining, sheet metal, casting, injection molding, 3D printing, and assembly methods.

Experience applying design for manufacturability and design for cost principles.

Ability to develop new design concepts based on customer feedback, requirements, and pain points.

Hands-on experience with design verification and testing, including data analysis and reporting.

Working knowledge of electrical, firmware, and software disciplines sufficient for cross-functional product development.

Experience working within a formal product development or stage-gate process.

Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and collaboration skills.

Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide less experienced engineers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with mechatronics, mechanism, kinematics, drives, sensors, servos, and actuators.

Experience in cross-functional collaboration to enhance product development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Norwood, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

401k Dental Medical Vision

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Norwood, MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Norwood,MA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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