Rugged & Autonomous Mechanical Engineer II

Draper; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper is seeking a Mechanical Engineer 2 in Cambridge, MA to develop ruggedized and autonomous electro-mechanical systems. You will guide concept exploration, prototyping, and testing across a full design cycle, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.

Requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering with 3–5 years of experience; a Master's is preferred. Base US salary ranges from $75,000 to $156,000, with comprehensive benefits and security-clearance considerations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; master's preferred.
• 3–5 years full cycle mechanical design experience with bachelor’s degree.
• Ability to perform design concept exploration, trade studies, prototyping and testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform design exploration, trade studies, prototyping and testing with minimal guidance.
• Define design approach and independently execute assignments.
• Produce high-quality technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance.
• Identify risks in design decisions and communicate to leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Curiosity-driven

Collaboration

Team player

Multitasking

Applied math

Detail-oriented

Analytical thinking

Modeling & simulation

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MATLAB

CAD software

Analysis tools

Simulation tools

Job description

Draper is seeking a Mechanical Engineer 2 in Cambridge, MA to develop ruggedized and autonomous electro-mechanical systems. You will guide concept exploration, prototyping, and testing across a full design cycle, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.

Requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering with 3–5 years of experience; a Master's is preferred. Base US salary ranges from $75,000 to $156,000, with comprehensive benefits and security-clearance considerations.