Mechanical Engineer: POC Prototyping & System Thermal

Planet Group; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Group in Needham, MA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for an initial 1-2 month contract, onsite. The role focuses on evaluating technical feasibility during early development, shaping product direction and offering cross-functional options.

Independent work with regular PM check-ins is expected, along with hands-on POC work, system thinking, test design, data analysis, and clear reporting of findings and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with thermocouples and current clamps.
• Experience with electro-mechanical systems and rapid iteration.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Strong data collection and analysis skills.
• Proven ability to interpret test results and provide recommendations.

Responsibilities

• POC development by harvesting and modifying components for functional models.
• Understand system interactions and identify potential issues.
• Design and execute tests to gather required information.
• Apply thermal knowledge to identify feasible solutions.
• Collect and analyze data to assess performance and plan next steps.
• Prepare clear reports on testing, findings, progress, and recommendations.
• Operate with independence and navigate ambiguity in undefined requirements.

Skills

POC Development

System-Level Thinking

Test Design & Execution

Thermal Fundamentals

Data Analysis

Reporting

Independence

Job description

Planet Group in Needham, MA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for an initial 1-2 month contract, onsite. The role focuses on evaluating technical feasibility during early development, shaping product direction and offering cross-functional options.

Independent work with regular PM check-ins is expected, along with hands-on POC work, system thinking, test design, data analysis, and clear reporting of findings and recommendations.