MEMS Mechanical Engineer

About the role

The MEMS Group located in Wilmington, MA is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our MEMS Product Development team. This is an early-career Mechanical Engineer position focused on supporting characterization, testing, and development of MEMS-based inertial sensors and IMUs (Inertial Measurement Units).

Responsibilities

• Support characterization of MEMS sensors and IMU systems across environmental conditions (temperature, vibration, shock)
• Design and develop mechanical fixtures, and assemblies to support MEMS and IMU testing
• Assist in designing and executing experiments to evaluate sensor performance
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot lab equipment (e.g., thermal ovens, vibration systems, data acquisition systems)
• Document test methods, results, and procedures in a clear and reproducible manner

Qualifications

• BS, or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Robotics or related field
• 0–3 years of relevant experience
• Fundamental understanding of mechanics (stress, vibration, thermal effects)
• Hands-on experience in a lab or test environment
• Highly skilled in mechanical design using SolidWorks
• Experience with scripting or automation (MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python) for data collection/analysis
• Familiarity with programming electronic interfaces with test equipment and data acquisition instrumentation
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Work-life balance
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects
• Continuous advancement and professional growth