Mechanical Engineering Manager

What We’re Looking For

The Manager of Mechanical Engineering & Design leads the development of Myomo’s wearable robotic orthotic platform (MyoPro), advancing state-of-the-art human-assistive robotics that restore upper-limb function and improve patient independence. This role manages the mechanical engineering team and driving innovation in robotics and human-centered wearable solutions. A primary focus is ensuring engineering decisions directly support improved patient outcomes, including functional mobility, comfort, ease of use, and quality of life.

The ideal candidate brings strong mechanical engineering leadership experience along with expertise in electromechanical product development and medical device design. This position partners with the Systems Integration Manager, providing leadership for the next phase of product development as we continue advancing our wearable robotic orthotic platform and expanding product capabilities.

How You'll Drive Impact

• Lead the mechanical design and development of wearable robotic orthotic systems
• Drive innovation in lightweight structures, actuation integration, and human-robot interaction
• Optimize designs for durability, performance, manufacturability, and regulatory compliance
• Parametric Modeling & Customization
• Oversee development of parametric CAD models to support scalable customization of orthoses
• Establish modeling standards and automation strategies within SolidWorks
• Improve efficiency of custom device adaptation while maintaining design controls
• Comfort, Fit & Usability (Human-Centered Design)
• Ensure products prioritize comfort, weight optimization, adjustability, and long-term wearability
• Incorporate clinician and patient feedback into iterative design improvements
• Support usability testing and validation efforts to enhance patient experience
• Team Leadership & Engineering Excellence
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Mechanical Engineering team of five
• Conduct rigorous design reviews and technical evaluations
• Foster a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and patient-focused innovation
• Allocate resources and manage timelines to meet product milestones
• Engineering Systems
• Foster and manage a high-performance design and development environment
• Manage the SolidWorks/PDM systems
• Help establish best practices for parametric modeling of custom orthotic brace elements
• Design Controls & Manufacturing Support
• Ensure compliance with medical device Design Controls and documentation standards
• Support verification and validation, and production improvements
• Partner with Manufacturing to support design transfer and production scale-up

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering discipline. (Master’s preferred)
• 7+ years of experience in Mechanical Design Engineering
• 5+ years of hands-on experience developing complex robotic or mechatronic systems, including integration of mechanical and electrical components
• 5+ years’ experience medical device or life sciences, or similar
• Advanced proficiency with 3D CAD design (SolidWorks preferred) including complex parametric modeling
• Experience designing robotic, electromechanical, or wearable systems
• Strong knowledge of rapid prototyping and production manufacturing processes, including 3D printing, CNC machining, and injection molding
• Experience working within Design Controls and quality systems. (FDA, ISO 13485 or similar)
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary engineering environment

What Success Looks Like

• Build strong working relationships with the Mechanical Engineering team and cross-functional partners
• Gain a deep understanding of the MyoPro platform, development processes, and product roadmap
• Assess current development priorities and identify opportunities to improve execution efficiency and team effectiveness
• Support ongoing product development and manufacturing initiatives
• Establish a prioritized plan for future mechanical engineering improvements