Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer (Remote)

Job summary

This role involves the development of custom mechanical and electromechanical systems for advanced fabrication and experimental environments, focusing on the entire lifecycle from concept to deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong background in industrial mechanical design and custom equipment build.
• Proven hands-on experience in assembly, integration, and debugging of physical systems.
• Proficient in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of mechanical and electromechanical systems from concept through deployment.
• Define system requirements and design approaches based on operational needs.
• Design precision mechanisms and motion systems using CAD tools.
• Conduct structural and thermal assessments to inform design decisions.
• Assemble, integrate, test, and debug mechanical systems to ensure reliable operation.
• Iterate designs based on testing and feedback to enhance performance and usability.
• Collaborate with suppliers for sourcing components and subsystems.
• Create documentation including drawings and test plans to support development.

Skills

• Experience with precision machinery and automation systems.
• Ability to work across the full development lifecycle.
• Familiarity with vacuum or UHV systems is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a relevant engineering field.

Tools

• CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).
• Familiarity with AI tools for innovation and efficiency in hardware development.