Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role involves leading mechanical design for consumer electromechanical products, impacting product development and validation within a global engineering team.
Responsibilities and impact
The engineer will lead mechanical design, create and manage 3D CAD models, conduct tolerance analysis, collaborate with global teams, validate designs with labs and prototypes, and identify design improvements.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 4-8 years of mechanical design experience, proficiency in SolidWorks or Creo, knowledge of DFM and tolerance analysis, prototyping and testing experience, and strong communication skills for global collaboration.
Work environment and culture
The role is in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment with global team collaboration across the UK, China, and US, emphasizing initiative and communication.
Job location and travel
The position is full-time onsite in the Greater Boston Area with a contract duration of 3-6+ months and potential extension.
Application process
Applicants are encouraged to apply directly; third-party applications are not accepted.
Unique job features
This contract role offers hands-on involvement from concept to validation in a high-visibility global engineering program.
Company overview
Edge Staffing is a recruitment agency specializing in connecting businesses with top-tier talent across various industries. They generate revenue through client fees for successful placements and additional services like temporary staffing and workforce management solutions. Founded in the early 2000s, Edge Staffing has built a reputation for its personalized approach and extensive network, making it a trusted partner for both employers and job seekers.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your expertise in 3D CAD modeling, especially SolidWorks or Creo, and your experience leading mechanical design for consumer electromechanical products, as this is central to the role at Edge Staffing.
Emphasize your skills in tolerance stack-up analysis, DFM principles, prototyping, and hands-on mechanical testing, showcasing your ability to ensure manufacturability and solve design challenges efficiently.
Apply through multiple channels including Edge Staffing’s official corporate website and LinkedIn job postings to maximize your application’s visibility and reach.
Connect with current employees or hiring managers in the mechanical engineering or product development divisions at Edge Staffing on LinkedIn; start conversations with ice breakers like commenting on recent product launches, asking about cross-functional collaboration experiences, or expressing enthusiasm for global teamwork across the UK, US, and China.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'mechanical design,' 'SolidWorks,' 'tolerance analysis,' 'prototyping,' 'DFM,' and 'cross-functional collaboration' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
Utilize Jennie Johnson’s Power Apply feature to automate tailored applications, identify the best platforms to apply through, and find LinkedIn contacts to network with, allowing you to focus more on preparing for interviews and skill enhancement.
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