Mechanical Engineer

About the role

Acorn Product Development is a leading innovator in product design and engineering, focusing on global manufacturability. We have offices in Silicon Valley, Boston, Denver, and China, and each year, we collaborate with key Fortune 100 and 500 companies, as well as numerous startups, on the design of their latest product offerings. Our expertise spans robotics, industrial, life science, medical devices, and consumer products.

Responsibilities

• Broaden the breadth and depth of your technical knowledge
• Work with clients to identify requirements; brainstorm, define, and develop product solutions
• Create detailed designs/documentation to meet project objectives
• Identify and perform mechanical engineering analyses
• Collaborate with ID/UX teams to produce refined product designs
• Interface with vendors for prototyping, tooling & production
• Test and evaluate prototypes, tooling, and first articles
• Create project and technical reports as required
• Become adept in managing project activities

Requirements

• BSME or equivalent (MSME preferred)
• 3+ years of design and engineering analysis experience
• Experience transitioning at least one complex electromechanical product from early concept into production
• Working knowledge of designing molded, sheet metal, and machined components
• Proficient with SolidWorks (Creo a plus) and preparing engineering documentation per ASME Y14.5 for production release
• On-the-job analysis experience in at least two of the following areas: Tolerance analysis, FEA and/or CFD, Strength of materials, Heat transfer, Shock and vibration
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and certification processes
• Hands-on performance in shop/lab skills
• Hands-on project management experience is a bonus

Qualifications

• BSME or equivalent (MSME preferred)
• 3+ years of design and engineering analysis experience
• Experience transitioning at least one complex electromechanical product from early concept into production
• Working knowledge of designing molded, sheet metal, and machined components
• Proficient with SolidWorks (Creo a plus) and preparing engineering documentation per ASME Y14.5 for production release
• On-the-job analysis experience in at least two of the following areas: Tolerance analysis, FEA and/or CFD, Strength of materials, Heat transfer, Shock and vibration
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and certification processes
• Hands-on performance in shop/lab skills
• Hands-on project management experience is a bonus

Skills

• Design and engineering analysis
• Product development
• Engineering documentation
• Mechanical engineering
• Team collaboration
• Project management

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• 401(k)
• Health care spending accounts
• Quarterly and annual company events

Pay

$110,000-$120,000k

Schedule

Onsite position based out of Waltham, MA office