Mechanical Design Engineer Scientific

Mechanical Design Engineer Scientific

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United States on Jun 03rd 2026

Location: Sturbridge, MA

Position Summary

The Design Engineer is responsible for leading the end-to-end development of innovative products and systems for advanced fiber optic and optical applications. This role owns the full product lifecycle-from concept development and feasibility through detailed design, prototyping, validation, and transition to manufacturing-ensuring that products meet performance, reliability, and cost objectives.

Operating within a highly specialized scientific and manufacturing environment, the Design Engineer applies strong mechanical design principles, material science knowledge, and system-level thinking to develop solutions that meet demanding technical requirements, including precision alignment, environmental constraints, and repeatability.

The role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain, to ensure seamless product industrialization. The Design Engineer is also responsible for design reviews, verification and validation activities, and maintaining robust engineering documentation in compliance with industry standards.

Additionally, this position plays a key role in driving innovation and continuous improvement by incorporating advanced manufacturing methods, such as additive manufacturing, and optimizing designs for performance and manufacturability. Strong project management skills are essential, as the Design Engineer manages multiple initiatives, timelines, and technical priorities.

This role is ideal for a technically strong, hands-on engineer who thrives in a dynamic environment and can balance theoretical design with practical implementation in a precision manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead product development from concept through validation
• Design mechanical systems, tooling, and equipment
• Select materials and components
• Apply DFM, DFA, and performance design principles
• Conduct design reviews and validation
• Manage projects and timelines
• Collaborate cross-functionally
• Maintain engineering documentation and BOMs
• Drive continuous improvement
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Document Control Responsibility

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field
• 5+ years of design engineering experience
• Experience in product development and project management
• Strong knowledge of machining and manufacturing methods
• Advanced proficiency in CAD
• Autodesk Inventor Experience/ willingness to go to Inventor training
• Deep understanding of GD&T

Impact & Success Metrics (First 6-12 Months)

• Successfully leading new product development programs from concept to production release
• Deliver designs that meet performance, cost, and manufacturability targets
• Reduce design iteration cycles through strong upfront engineering and validation
• Drive cross-functional alignment to ensure smooth product industrialization
• Improve product reliability and performance through design enhancements
• Introducing innovative design or manufacturing approaches that create measurable business value

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