Senior Mechanical Engineer

About the role

Acorn Product Development is a leading innovator in product design and engineering for 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 focus is on consumer products, robotics, industrial, communications, and medical devices. Joining Acorn means joining an environment where you can learn, grow, and contribute to a talented team.

Requirements

• 8+ years of design and engineering analysis experience with a BSME or equivalent (MSME preferred).
• Demonstrated success developing robotic and/or automated hardware systems.
• Hands-on project management experience with interdisciplinary teams.
• Experience transitioning at least two complex electromechanical products from early concept into production.
• Experience defining engineering requirements and hardware architecture for complex systems.
• Working knowledge of designing molded, sheet metal, and machined components.
• Adept at specifying and sourcing off-the-shelf components (e.g., actuators, bearings, fluid handling 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 three of the following areas: Tolerance analysis, FEA and/or CFD, Strength of materials, Heat transfer, Shock & vibration.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and certification processes.
• Hands-on shop/lab skills.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate is an experienced engineer who can lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. They should have a strong background in mechanical engineering and a proven track record in developing and managing complex electromechanical systems.

Skills

• Technical expertise in mechanical engineering and related fields.
• Project management and leadership skills.
• Interdisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
• Product development lifecycle management.
• Design and analysis tools proficiency (SolidWorks, Creo).
• Regulatory compliance understanding.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.

Benefits

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