⚡ Job Title: Senior Mechanical Equipment Engineer

💼 Industry: Battery Tech

🌎 Location: Greater Boston, Massachusetts – (Relocation assistance available)

💰 Salary: TBC (Depending on Experience)

⚡ Company Overview:

Our client is actively seeking a talented Senior Mechanical Equipment Engineer to join a highly experienced team focused on revolutionizing lithium-ion battery manufacturing technologies. The company aims to establish itself as a global leader in turn-key equipment solutions for battery cell manufacturers.

⚡ Position Summary:

The Senior Mechatronics Engineer will bring expertise in mechatronic systems design, combining mechanical, electrical, and control systems, to support the development of cutting-edge pilot-scale technologies and eventually drive their transition to full-scale industrial manufacturing equipment.

The role will utilize your automation, robotics and controls skills to develop roll-to-roll process equipment. Roll-to-roll manufacturing experience is not necessary, but automation and machine design are vital.

⚡ Key Responsibilities:

Mechatronic System Design and Development:

• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and control engineers to design the next generation of automated electrode manufacturing equipment.
• Develop and integrate robotic and automation solutions into roll-to-roll manufacturing processes.
• Support Proof of Concept designs and prototypes, emphasizing the incorporation of sensors, actuators, and control systems.

CAD Design and Drafting:

• Create robust 3D models of mechanical and mechatronic components and systems, converting them to 2D drawings in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Manage and refine CAD file/drawing management, ensuring version control and release processes.

Automation and Robotics Integration:

• Design and implement systems for robotic handling, automated material transport, and quality inspection.
• Specify and program PLCs, motion controllers, and other automation components for manufacturing equipment.

Fabrication and Prototyping:

• Interface with machine shops and fabricators to ensure high-quality component production.
• Leverage rapid prototyping methods such as 3D printing, extruded-aluminum framing, and other materials to support design iterations.
• Assist in in-house assembly and testing of prototypes, integrating mechanical and electrical systems for functional validation.

Project Support:

• Contribute to the success of the company’s development initiatives by providing interdisciplinary expertise.
• Collaborate with teams on various projects involving:
• Equipment Automation Design
• Robotics and Actuation Systems
• Prototyping
• Process Optimization
• Systems Integration

⚡ Experience/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s (preferred) in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ Years (preferably 10+) in an engineering and design environment with experience in robotics, automation, or roll-to-roll manufacturing preferred.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software: Inventor (preferred), Solidworks, or Creo.
• Experience in design processes including GD&T, Tolerance Analysis, Basic Stress Analysis, Assembly Fit Checks, and DFM.
• Strong understanding of sensor integration, actuators, and control systems.
• Familiarity with PLCs, motion controllers, and industrial communication protocols.
• Hands-on experience with robotic arms, end effectors, and vision systems is highly desirable.
• Skilled with basic shop equipment (e.g., drill press, band saw, grinder, hand tools) for building prototypes.
• Knowledge of rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing techniques.

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