Mechanical Engineer II — Build & Test Radar Hardware

MatrixSpace; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

MatrixSpace is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to design, prototype, and test radar and multi-sensor hardware. You’ll move concepts from CAD to physical assemblies, troubleshoot integration, and support lab and field testing.

You’ll collaborate with electrical, firmware, and systems teams while preparing build documentation. The role requires hands-on hardware work, knowledge of machining, wiring, and testing, with occasional travel to Hoffman Estates, IL for customer demonstrations and field

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent practical experience/background.
• 2–3 years of relevant professional experience, including internships or hands-on project work.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools, preferably SolidWorks, and ability to read mechanical drawings.
• Hands-on experience with common shop and lab tools (drills, saws, hand tools, multimeters, soldering).
• Knowledge of mechanical tolerances, fasteners, materials, and assembly practices.
• Basic electro-mechanical assembly and troubleshooting (wiring, soldering, component-level diagnosis).
• Experience building, testing, or troubleshooting physical hardware in lab or product development environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and electro-mechanical assemblies for radar and multi-sensor products using CAD tools.
• Create and modify parts and assemblies with machined components, sheet metal, fasteners, and additive manufacturing.
• Build, integrate, and test prototype hardware and multi-module systems in lab and field settings.
• Diagnose mechanical and basic electrical issues and collaborate with E/E and systems engineers to resolve them.
• Develop and maintain assembly procedures, build instructions, wiring documentation, and other hardware docs.
• Support component selection, procurement, and inventory for prototypes and test systems.
• Participate in product testing, customer demonstrations, and field deployments (limited travel to Hoffman Estates, IL).

Skills

SolidWorks

3D CAD

Hands-on hardware

Soldering

Electrical wiring

Lab tools

Prototype testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Drills

Saws

Hand tools

Multimeters

Soldering equipment

Job description

MatrixSpace is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to design, prototype, and test radar and multi-sensor hardware. You’ll move concepts from CAD to physical assemblies, troubleshoot integration, and support lab and field testing.

You’ll collaborate with electrical, firmware, and systems teams while preparing build documentation. The role requires hands-on hardware work, knowledge of machining, wiring, and testing, with occasional travel to Hoffman Estates, IL for customer demonstrations and field