Mechanical Engineer II (Vacuum Systems)

Location: Hingham, Massachusetts, US; work takes place in a professional office environment, active manufacturing areas, and customer facilities, with occasional travel for customer evaluations and field installations.

Salary: $90,000–$115,000 annually, based on experience.

Company

Dynavac develops custom high-vacuum process equipment for aerospace, defense, thin-film technology, and other precision applications, including space simulation testing and thin-film coatings.

What you will do

• Independently design and optimize complex mechanical systems from concept through completion.
• Create detailed 2D manufacturing and fabrication drawings in SolidWorks while following engineering drawing standards.
• Analyze customer proposals, specifications, and manuals to assess design feasibility.
• Prepare and present technical design reviews and communicate with customers.
• Apply vacuum and thermal design principles to improve performance, cost-efficiency, and manufacturability.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, support procurement of long-lead items and BOM elements, and occasionally assist with customer-site evaluations and field installations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 3–7 years of related experience.
• Expert proficiency in SolidWorks and comprehensive knowledge of engineering drawing standards.
• Advanced understanding of vacuum and thermal design principles.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, design optimization, project management, and time management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage and a retirement plan.
• Paid time off and additional benefits.
• Work on innovative, custom-engineered equipment used by aerospace and technology organizations.
• Collaborative environment focused on professional growth and technical excellence.