Senior Mechanical Engineer

Activ; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortune 500 Health & Wellness Benefits

401(k)

Flexible Vacation

Job summary

Activ Surgical, a Boston-based medical device innovator, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to prototype and design mechanical systems and enclosures for real-time imaging and sensing devices used in minimally invasive surgery.

You will take concepts from early prototypes through rapid prototyping to manufacturable products, collaborating closely with electrical, optical, software, and clinical teams to meet clinical and manufacturing constraints.

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Hands-on experience designing mechanical systems, enclosures, or housings for electro-optical or medical devices.
• Experience taking designs from concept through rapid prototyping to commercial-grade, manufacturable products.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks or equivalent) for 3D modeling, tolerancing, and drawing generation.
• Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and rapidly prototype novel mechanical solutions using techniques such as 3d printing, machining, and sheet metal fabrication.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, DFM/DFA principles, and materials selection.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate closely with a cross-functional team (electrical, optical, software, and clinical stakeholders).

Responsibilities

• Prototype and design mechanical systems and enclosures for real-time minimally invasive medical imaging and sensing devices.
• Take concepts from early prototypes through rapid prototyping to commercial-grade, manufacturable products.
• Communicate designs effectively with cross-functional teams across electrical, optical, software, and clinical stakeholders.

Skills

CAD software

3D modeling

GD&T

DFM/ DFA

Prototyping

Medical devices

Enclosures design

Cross-functional collaboration

Materials selection

Education

Bachelor/Master/PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Activ Surgical is building a platform for introducing the latest sensing technology to minimally invasive surgery, intended to visualize the invisible to facilitate better surgical decisions and outcomes. As part of the R&D team, you will be responsible for prototyping and designing novel mechanical systems and enclosures for real-time minimally invasive medical imaging and sensing devices, taking concepts from early prototypes through to commercial-grade, manufacturable products. You will be expected to bring a creative, detail-oriented, and dedicated approach to solving complex mechanical design challenges, stay current on the most pressing clinical and manufacturing constraints, and effectively communicate your designs with the broader cross-functional team.

Required Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• Hands-on experience designing mechanical systems, enclosures, or housings for electro-optical or medical devices
• Experience taking designs from concept through rapid prototyping to commercial-grade, manufacturable products
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks or equivalent) for 3D modeling, tolerancing, and drawing generation
• Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and rapidly prototype novel mechanical solutions using techniques such as 3d printing, machining, and sheet metal fabrication
• Strong understanding of GD&T, DFM/DFA principles, and materials selection
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate closely with a cross-functional team (electrical, optical, software, and clinical stakeholders)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing mechanical systems for medical devices, including familiarity with regulatory and design-control requirements (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485)
• Experience with precision optomechanical assemblies or camera/sensor housing
• Background in thermal management, sealing/ingress protection, or sterilization-compatible design
• Experience supporting design verification and validation (V&V) testing
• Familiarity with supply chain and vendor management for prototype and production builds

• Fortune 500 Health & Wellness Benefits
• 401(k)
• Flexible Vacation