Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer Capybara Energy Woburn, MA Job Details Full-time $100,000 - $120,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave 401(k) matching Paid sick time Qualifications Mechanical engineering CAD software Mechanical design CAD Process optimization Bachelor's degree FEA Design for manufacturability (DFM) Cross-functional collaboration Design review Mechanical knowledge Cross-functional communication Structural analysis New product launch experience Mechanical product development projects Full Job Description Mechanical Engineer wanted for a groundbreaking journey to develop grid-scale energy storage technology. Average pay. Demanding hands-on work, intense challenges, relentless problem-solving. Failure possible. Honor and recognition if successful.

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Job description: Senior Mechanical Engineer - Product and system design About the

Role:

We're looking for a rockstar Engineer to design and develop an energy storage technology and ancillary systems. Please note that this position requires previous experience in direct involvement in the design and commercialization of a physical product. This is a hands-on role, ideal for an engineer who enjoys product design, prototyping, and problem-solving. You'll work closely with our team to bring innovative, real-world products from design to manufacturing. This is not an immediate leadership or management position.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and refine mechanical components and assemblies for our energy storage hardware. Collaborate with engineers and scientists to document and improve designs. Support the full product lifecycle; from concept and prototyping to validation, testing, and production. Troubleshoot design and performance challenges with creativity and technical precision. Oversee fabrication, testing, and performance evaluation. Conduct FEA simulations, tolerance analyses, and material selection for optimized designs. Bring creative, practical solutions to complex engineering challenges and help protect key IP. Participate in design, brainstorming, and problem-solving with the broader engineering team. Contribute to internal design standards, tools, and documentation processes.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. 3+ years of experience in mechanical design and product development. Demonstrated experience designing and launching a physical product (UL listed or outdoor rated preferred). Strong understanding of manufacturing principles and process optimization. Proficiency in CAD software, structural analysis, and DFM. Solid understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturability. Strong technical, creative, and troubleshooting skills. This role requires close collaboration across disciplines, so teamwork and communication are essential.

Preferred Skills:

Knowledge of electronics integration or mechatronics. Experience working in regulated or safety-critical environments. DFMA Experience coordinating with contract manufacturers or large-scale production partners. Please check out our other job opportunities on our website, Capybara.

Energy What We Offer:

Equity Company funded HSA 3 weeks paid time off Sick pay & parental leave 10 paid holidays Health and dental insurance 401(k) match Snacks • U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status is required due to federal contract requirements.

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Parental leave Application Question(s): Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)? Is your starting date greater than one month from now? How many years have you worked a full time job, (not including school internships)? What type of product have you had direct involvement in the design and commercialization of?

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Mechanical design: 3 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person