Senior Mechanical Design Engineer: Cameras & Sensor Systems

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group in Boston is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop cutting-edge mechanical systems for camera- and sensor-based products from concept to prototype. You will create robust 3D models and detailed drawings, emphasize thermal management, and ensure designs meet manufacturability and reliability standards.

Working with cross-functional teams of electrical and software engineers, you will drive projects independently, perform thermal

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mechanical product design experience, preferably in camera/sensor systems.
• Proficient in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and drawing creation.
• Experience with thermal simulations and thermal management.
• Strong problem-solving and testing leadership.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and ownership.

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 drawings using SolidWorks to support product development and documentation.
• Apply thermal management principles and perform thermal simulations to ensure reliable operation of camera and sensor systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical and software engineers, to ensure seamless integration of mechanical, electrical, and software components.
• Develop, document, and manage mechanical design requirements to ensure products meet or exceed performance, reliability, and quality standards.
• Conduct design validation activities, including testing, tolerance stack-ups, and design reviews, to confirm design intent and performance.
• Perform root cause analysis and structured problem-solving to resolve design and product issues.
• Incorporate design for manufacturability and assembly principles into all designs to support efficient and cost-effective production.
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, and test reports.
• Work independently with minimal supervision to drive projects forward, manage priorities, and meet project deadlines.

Skills

Camera focus

SolidWorks

Thermal management

DFM

Root cause analysis

Ansys

Tolerance stack-ups

Tools

SolidWorks

Ansys

Job description

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group in Boston is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop cutting-edge mechanical systems for camera- and sensor-based products from concept to prototype. You will create robust 3D models and detailed drawings, emphasize thermal management, and ensure designs meet manufacturability and reliability standards.

Working with cross-functional teams of electrical and software engineers, you will drive projects independently, perform thermal