Senior Mechanical Engineer (Hardware)

TL;DR

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Hardware): Leading the mechanical design and development of advanced hardware solutions for wearables with an accent on conceptual prototyping and manufacturing-ready designs. Focus on designing complex mechanical components around microelectronics, executing advanced DOE testing, and optimizing for high-volume manufacturing.

Location: Must be based in or be able to relocate to Boston, MA

Salary: $130,000 - $185,000

Company

hirify.global empowers members to perform at a higher level through actionable insights and innovative wearable hardware.

What you will do

• Lead mechanical design and development for advanced hardware projects to shape the future of the product line.
• Analyze and design complex components around microelectronics, ensuring they meet stringent technical and industrial requirements.
• Develop multiple design solutions for complex technical challenges and thoroughly document the design process.
• Execute comprehensive testing and validation plans using advanced Design of Experiments (DOE) methodologies.
• Collaborate with the Hardware Product Team to evaluate new technologies and mitigate risks for NPI programs.
• Operate and maintain in-house prototyping tools, including CNC machines, for proof-of-concept models.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in the design and product release of complex mechanical products for medium to high volume consumer electronics.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD, including advanced assemblies, complex surfacing, and DFx application.
• Proven expertise in operating and maintaining rapid prototyping machinery.
• Strong communication skills to distill complex technical concepts for cross-functional teams.

Nice to have

• Prior experience in high-quality consumer electronics or wearable technologies.
• Familiarity with optical sensing technologies and physiological monitoring projects.
• Experience with high-volume manufacturing processes such as injection molding, die casting, or MIM.
• Strong project management skills in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary combined with a generous equity package.
• Opportunity to lead early-stage new product development in a dynamic environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative culture focused on unlocking human performance and health span.