Mechanical Design Engineer

Teklabs Inc; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Teklabs Inc is seeking a self-motivated Mechanical Engineer to serve as a Product Design Engineer, leading development of camera- and sensor-focused products from concept through prototype. You will create cutting-edge mechanical designs that integrate cameras, sensors, and supporting hardware, with emphasis on thermal management, optics considerations, and robust electromechanical assemblies.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive projects independently, and ensure designs meet

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of mid-career experience in mechanical product design.
• Experience designing camera-focused or sensor-based systems.
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks and Ansys for analysis.
• Ability to work with fabrication and manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical products from concept through prototype for camera/sensor systems.
• Create detailed 3D models and assemblies in SolidWorks, including sheet metal and weldments.
• Integrate mechanical, electrical, and software components with cross-functional teams.
• Perform thermal simulations to address thermal management challenges.
• Create manufacturing drawings and support DFM/DFA processes.
• Lead hands-on prototyping and iterative design cycles with vendor collaboration.

Skills

Weldment design

Tolerance stack-up analysis

GD&T

SolidWorks

Thermal analysis

Sheet metal design

Electromechanical assemblies

Prototyping

DFM/ DFA

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

SolidWorks

Ansys

Job description

This role offers an opportunity for a self-motivated Mechanical Engineer to work as a Product Design Engineer and lead the development of innovative, camera- and sensor-focused products from concept through prototype. You will create cutting-edge mechanical designs that integrate cameras, sensors, and supporting hardware, with particular emphasis on thermal management, optics considerations, and robust electromechanical assemblies. In this fast-paced environment, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive projects independently, and ensure that every design meets demanding performance, quality, and manufacturability standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative mechanical products from initial concept through prototype, with a focus on camera-focused and sensor-focused solutions.
• Create detailed 3D models and assemblies in SolidWorks, including complex sheet metal parts, weldments, and larger mechanical stations or electromechanical equipment.
• Integrate mechanical, electrical, and software components into cohesive product designs by collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Develop, document, and manage mechanical design requirements to ensure products meet or exceed performance, reliability, and quality targets.
• Perform thermal simulations and analyses to address thermal management challenges in camera and sensor systems.
• Conduct tolerance stack-up analysis and apply GD&T principles to ensure proper fit, function, and manufacturability of components and assemblies.
• Create clear, accurate, and detailed manufacturing drawings that support efficient fabrication and assembly processes.
• Plan and execute testing activities to validate design assumptions, including root cause analysis and systematic problem-solving when issues arise.
• Lead hands-on prototyping and iterative design cycles, refining concepts based on test results, user feedback, and manufacturing input.
• Work directly with fabrication and manufacturing teams, as well as external vendors, to address practical fabrication constraints and optimize designs for production.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues during build, assembly, and integration, providing timely solutions and design updates as needed.
• Apply design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles throughout the product development process.
• Drive projects forward independently with minimal supervision, managing priorities and deliverables to meet schedule and quality expectations.
• At least 5 years of mid-career experience in mechanical product design, preferably with a focus on camera and sensor-based systems.
• Strong mechanical engineering and mechanical design background, including experience with larger mechanical stations, equipment, or electromechanical assemblies.
• High proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D CAD modeling, assembly design, and detailed drawing creation.
• Proficiency with Ansys or similar tools for thermal simulations and related engineering analysis.
• Strong sheet metal design experience, including forming, bending, and joining considerations.
• Proven experience in weldment and welded assembly design for robust mechanical structures.
• Strong skills in creating detailed manufacturing drawings that clearly communicate specifications and tolerances.
• Advanced knowledge of GD&T and the ability to perform comprehensive tolerance stack-up analyses.
• Hands-on prototyping experience and comfort with iterative design cycles.
• Solid understanding of design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA), including practical fabrication and production constraints.
• Experience working directly with fabrication and manufacturing teams, as well as vendors, to support production and resolve issues.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues during build, assembly, and integration and implement effective corrective actions.
• Experience with testing, structured problem-solving, and root cause analysis in a product development environment.
• Top priority: weldment / welded assembly design experience
• Experience designing larger mechanical stations, equipment, or electromechanical assemblies
• Strong GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis
• Hands-on prototyping and iterative design experience
• Good understanding of DFM/DFA and practical fabrication constraints
• Experience working directly with fabrication/manufacturing teams and vendors
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues during build, assembly, and integration
• Prefer candidates who can clearly describe sheet metal and welded structures they personally designed, not just list those skills on the resume

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in product design specifically for camera-focused and sensor-focused solutions.
• Familiarity with optics design principles and machine vision systems.
• Strong understanding of production design principles and lifecycle considerations from prototype to full-scale manufacturing.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while effectively collaborating within cross-functional teams.
• Comfort operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and managing multiple priorities.
• Clear communication skills for documenting requirements, presenting design decisions, and coordinating with engineering and manufacturing stakeholders.