Mechanical Engineer, Silicon Photonics & Optical Test

Teradyne; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Teradyne in North Reading, MA, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to high-performance optical test systems for advanced semiconductor manufacturing. You will own designs from concept to production, build and debug prototype hardware, and work with manufacturing and supply chain partners.

The role requires 2+ years in mechanical engineering, SolidWorks proficiency, and GD&T expertise. Travel up to ~10% may be needed. Visa sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks, including part modeling, assemblies, and drawings.
• Experience creating fabrication drawings using GD&T and applying tolerance analysis principles.
• Hands-on experience with prototyping, assembly, and testing of mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with PLM systems and change management processes (e.g., ECN/ECO).
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and collaboration skills in cross-functional engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop precision mechanical components and assemblies using CAD tools, supporting optical and electromechanical systems
• Own designs from concept through prototyping, validation, and release to production
• Build, assemble, and debug prototype hardware, supporting system-level testing and troubleshooting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability requirements
• Create detailed engineering documentation, including drawings with GD&T, BOMs, and change management records
• Support new product introduction and early production builds, working with manufacturing and supply chain partners

Skills

Mechanical design

Cross-functional

Prototyping

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

GD&T

PLM systems

Job description

Teradyne in North Reading, MA, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to high-performance optical test systems for advanced semiconductor manufacturing. You will own designs from concept to production, build and debug prototype hardware, and work with manufacturing and supply chain partners.

The role requires 2+ years in mechanical engineering, SolidWorks proficiency, and GD&T expertise. Travel up to ~10% may be needed. Visa sponsorship is not offered.