NexGen Search is partnering with a leading American designer and manufacturer of automated test equipment (ATE) and advanced industrial robotics to find a Senior Mechanical Engineer for their North Reading, MA facility.
This is a global test and automation company whose technology helps ensure electronic devices work right the first time, every time. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will contribute to the design and development of next-generation System Level Test (SLT) platforms and enabling technologies, delivering technically sound, innovative solutions to medium-complexity engineering problems while balancing customer requirements, technical risk, and manufacturing scalability.
Key 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
What You’ll Need
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience, with 10+ years in machine design; System Level Test or manufacturing equipment experience preferred
- 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
Please note: only candidates local to the North Reading, MA area will be considered. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are not available for this role.