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Draper · 5 hours ago

Mechanical Design Engineer (ALL Levels)

Cambridge, MA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry, Mid Level

$62K/yr - $206K/yr

0+ years exp

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. They are seeking Mechanical Engineers to develop novel solutions to customer-driven problems, focusing on the full cycle of mechanical design from concept exploration to delivery.

Defense & Space

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performs mechanical design concept exploration, trade study analysis, down-selection, prototyping, and testing with guidance from group leader

Applies basic technical knowledge to well defined problems and seeks out opportunities to learn new technical skills

Analyzes requirements and develops appropriate electro-mechanical systems with guidance

Contributes content for technical reports and presentations with appropriate guidance

Independently execute design assignments under the oversight of program leadership

Contribute content for technical reports and presentations with appropriate guidance

Adapt appropriately to changes in program requirements

Identify challenges associated with assigned work and communicate them to project leadership

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringPrototypingMATLABCAD SoftwareAnalytical SkillsApplied MathProblem-SolvingTeam CollaborationAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field

0-2 years of Mechanical Engineering or full cycle of mechanical design experience

Curiosity-driven approach to solving complex, customer-driven problems as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi-disciplinary program team members, program leadership, and non-technical personnel

Team player able to work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands

Thorough understanding of applied math and physics

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient with general modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB, computer-aided design (CAD) software, and/or other design & analysis tools relevant to your discipline

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

Preferred

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field

Benefits

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga

Health and finance workshops

Off site social events

Discounts to local museums and cultural activities

Company

Draper

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We Engineer Solutions for the Nation’s Toughest Problems As an independent nonprofit engineering innovation company, Draper provides engineering services directly to government, industry, and academia.

Founded in 1938

Cambridge, MA, US

1001-5000 employees