Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Harsh Environments

Draper Labs; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 62,500 - 237,500; Full time

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA, is seeking experienced Mechanical Engineers to design ruggedized electro‑mechanical systems for harsh environments, including high‑g, high temperature, and high vibration. You will work on autonomous and dynamic mechanisms within multidisciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes concept exploration, prototyping, testing, and documenting results, with opportunities to influence design approaches and contribute to technical reports and presentations.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• 15+ years of mechanical engineering design experience or full‑cycle mechanical design experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Performs mechanical design concept exploration, trade study analysis, down‑selection, prototyping, and testing with minimal guidance from group leader.
• Help define the design approach for a particular problem and independently execute assignments.
• Contribute high‑quality content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance.
• Proactively identify needs and concerns associated with design decisions and communicate them to project leadership.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Curiosity-driven

Team collaboration

Fast-paced environment

Multitasking

Applied math & physics

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

MATLAB

CAD software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MATLAB

CAD software

Design & analysis tools

Job description

Draper in Cambridge, MA, is seeking experienced Mechanical Engineers to design ruggedized electro‑mechanical systems for harsh environments, including high‑g, high temperature, and high vibration. You will work on autonomous and dynamic mechanisms within multidisciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes concept exploration, prototyping, testing, and documenting results, with opportunities to influence design approaches and contribute to technical reports and presentations.