Senior Mechanical Engineer

Robot Lab Mechanical Engineer

On-site | Taunton, MA

Full-Time | Monday–Friday

Experience: 5–10 years

Are you passionate about robotics, automation, and cutting-edge manufacturing technologies? Do you thrive in a hands-on lab environment where innovation and precision drive real-world impact? We’re seeking a Robot Lab Mechanical Engineer to join our growing team in Taunton, MA. This is a fully on-site role, offering the opportunity to work alongside talented engineers and researchers developing the next generation of robotic systems.

About the Role:

As a Robot Lab Mechanical Engineer, you’ll play a key role in the design, development, prototyping, and testing of advanced robotic platforms and laboratory automation systems. This position requires a strong foundation in mechanical engineering, along with creative problem-solving and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop mechanical components for robotic and automation platforms.
• Collaborate closely with electrical, software, and controls engineers to create integrated systems.
• Use CAD and simulation tools to model, analyze, and optimize mechanical designs.
• Perform stress, strain, thermal, and vibration analysis to ensure reliability.
• Assemble and test prototypes using both traditional machining and additive manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot, iterate, and continuously improve mechanical systems.
• Prepare technical documentation for manufacturing and quality control teams.
• Contribute to design reviews and advise on manufacturability and cost optimization.
• Select materials, actuators, and components based on performance and lead time.
  
  

Preferred Experience:

• 5–10 years in mechanical engineering, with a strong focus on robotics, automation, or manufacturing systems.
• Experience working in lab or R&D environments.
• Familiarity with robotic assemblies, including actuators, linkages, and motion control systems.
• Hands-on experience with prototyping tools: 3D printers, CNC machines, and laser cutters.
• Comfort working with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and simulation software (e.g., ANSYS, MATLAB).
• Controls systems experience is a plus, but not required.
  
  

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or related field
• Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Excellent technical communication and documentation abilities.
• A mindset for continuous learning and process improvement.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced R&D setting.
  
  

Bonus Skills (Not Required):

• Certifications in mechanical design, automation, or Six Sigma.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, or GitHub for project tracking and collaboration.
• Technical mentoring of junior engineers or interns.
  
  

Ready to engineer the future of automation?

Apply now and bring your innovation to life in a collaborative, high-impact environment!