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Principal Mechanical Engineer

Principal Mechanical Engineer

companySymbotic
locationWoburn, MA, USA
PublishedPublished: 9/12/2024
Engineering
Full Time

Principal Mechanical Engineer

Time type: full time

Posted on: September 10, 2024

Job requisition id: R3956

What we need  

We are seeking a seasoned Principal Mechanical Engineer to advance the design and development of our next-generation mobile robot systems.  In this role, you will be a key member of our Hardware R&D organization. You will drive the technical vision and execution of complex robotic systems, from concept through commercialization. Your exceptional leadership, problem-solving abilities, and deep industry expertise will be instrumental in delivering groundbreaking solutions. 

What we do  

We are a fast-growing team designing mobile robots with a focus on innovation and new product development from concepts to commercialization. 

 What you’ll do 

  • Technical Leadership: Provide strategic direction and technical leadership for complex mechanical engineering projects.  
  • Design and Development: Oversee the design, development, and validation of innovative electromechanical systems.  
  • Mentorship: Mentor a high-performing engineering team. 
  • Problem-Solving: Lead complex problem-solving efforts, identifying innovative solutions and overcoming technical challenges. 
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Foster strong partnerships with electrical, controls, manufacturing, and quality engineering teams. 
  • Project Planning: Assist in building program plans and schedules to meet project milestones. 
  • Innovation: Drive innovation by exploring new technologies and design concepts. 
  • Hands-on Engineering: Actively participate in prototyping, building, testing, and iterating on designs. 
  • Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), detailed drawings and specifications per ANSI Y14.5 standards.  
  • Up to 15% of travel may be required.

What you’ll need 

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 12 years of relevant industry experience.  
  • Proven track record of bringing complex mechanical engineering projects from concept to commercialization.  
  • Deep expertise in electromechanical systems design, including component sizing, material selection, and manufacturing processes. 
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis. 
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
  • Expertise in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) and intermediate experience with FEA tools (SolidWorks Simulation or Ansys). 
  • Expertise in creating detailed dimensional drawings per ANSI Y14.5 standards using GD&T. 
  • Knowledge of robotics, automation, and related industry standards. 
  • Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team. 

Our environment

  • Up to15% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.
  • The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed bi-weekly.

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