Hardware Mechanical Design Engineer
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Job Location:
Cambridge, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 75000 - 150000
Posted on:
09-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview:
Draper is an independent nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge MA. The 2000 employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper visit .
Job Description Summary:
The Mechanical Engineer 2 develops novel solutions to customer driven problems including ruggedized miniature electro-mechanical systems systems for harsh environments (e.g. high-g high temperature high vibration) dynamic mechanisms and autonomous systems. The mechanical design team is responsible for the full cycle of mechanical design from concept exploration of multiple potential solutions through trade study analysis down-selection prototyping and testing and finally delivery. The Mechanical design engineers work to solve some of our nations most challenging problems.Job Description:
Duties/Responsibilities
Performs mechanical design concept exploration trade study analysis down-selection prototyping and testing with minimal guidance from group leader.
Help define the design approach for a particular problem and independently execute assignments.
Contribute high quality content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance.
Proactively identify needs and concerns associated with design decisions and communicate them to project leadership.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills/Abilities
Curiosity-driven approach to solving complex customer-driven problems as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi-disciplinary program team members program leadership and non-technical personnel.
Team player able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.
Thorough understanding of applied math and physics.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficient with general modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB computer-aided design (CAD) software and/or other design & analysis tools relevant to your discipline.
Education
Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field. Masters degree is preferred.
Experience
Requires 3-5 years with a bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or full cycle of mechanical design experience. 0-3 years experience with a masters degree.
Additional Job Description:
Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
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Job Location - City:
CambridgeJob Location - State:
MassachusettsJob Location - Postal Code:
02139-3563The US base salary range for this full-time position is
$75000.00 - $150000.00Our salary ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreements approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only and does not include bonuses or benefits.
Our work is very important to us but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga health and finance workshops off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you apply now is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation national origin veteran status or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation please contact .
Key Skills
- Arm
- Electrical Engineering
- SOC
- System Design
- Firmware
- Debugging
- Layout Design
- PCB
- Sensors
- Ethernet
- Fpga
- Digital design
About Company
As a nonprofit engineering innovation company, Draper solves demanding customer problems with innovative technology. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists, program managers and administrative professionals drive the innovative solutions we deliver. Whether working at a ... View more
