Staff Mechanical Engineer - Lead Cross-Discipline Subsystems

Boston Dynamics; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Dynamics in Waltham, MA is seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer to join the Central Hardware team. You will lead mechanical design efforts for key subsystems from concept through production and collaborate with electrical, software, and product teams to solve real-world system challenges.

You will apply fundamentals in statics, dynamics, materials, and heat transfer, oversee tolerances, perform failure analysis, and use CAD (3DEXPERIENCE) to manage complex assemblies in a production

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 4-6 years of related experience.
• Experience leading designs through full development cycle.
• Strong CAD and failure analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design efforts for key subsystems from concept through production.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, and product teams to solve real-world system engineering problems.
• Apply fundamentals in statics, dynamics, materials, and heat transfer to guide designs.
• Use simulation and analysis tools to validate choices and manage tolerances.
• Balance performance, manufacturability, and reliability across mechanical requirements.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Statics & dynamics

Materials & heat transfer

Failure analysis

Root cause investigation

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA 3DX

Job description

Boston Dynamics in Waltham, MA is seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer to join the Central Hardware team. You will lead mechanical design efforts for key subsystems from concept through production and collaborate with electrical, software, and product teams to solve real-world system challenges.

You will apply fundamentals in statics, dynamics, materials, and heat transfer, oversee tolerances, perform failure analysis, and use CAD (3DEXPERIENCE) to manage complex assemblies in a production