Mechatronics Engineer

Job Title: Senior Mechatronics Engineer (Product Design & Motion Control)

Salary: $105,000 – $135,000

Job Type: Direct Hire

Location: Beverly, MA 01915 (Onsite)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

About the Company

This company is a leading manufacturer of precision motion control products, including precision servo actuators, planetary gearsets, strain wave gearing components, and integrated gear solutions. The company provides both standard catalog products and highly customized motion control systems for a wide range of industrial and automation applications.

Position Summary

This company is seeking an experienced Mechatronics Engineer to support the development of custom and next-generation actuator systems. This is a highly technical, hands-on engineering role focused on electro-mechanical product development from concept through production.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in industrial product design and development, with expertise in SolidWorks, GD&T, and electro-mechanical system integration. This role requires an engineer who can contribute across mechanical design, motor and sensor integration, testing, manufacturing support, and cross-functional collaboration. This is a challenging role best suited for an engineer with 4–8 years of relevant experience who thrives in a fast-paced product development environment.

Key Responsibilities

Product Design & Development

• Design and develop complex electro-mechanical systems and actuator assemblies from concept through production release
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks
• Apply GD&T principles to mechanical designs and technical documentation
• Design and integrate:
• Actuators
• Motors
• Gear systems
• Bearings
• Sensors
• Connectors
• Servo drives and controllers
• Support custom and next-generation actuator development initiatives

Testing & Validation

• Perform component and system-level analysis, troubleshooting, and performance testing
• Develop and execute verification and validation test procedures
• Utilize controllers, amplifiers, and electrical test equipment to evaluate actuator performance
• Generate technical reports, test documentation, and engineering recommendations

Manufacturing & Documentation

• Create and maintain:
• Manufacturing drawings
• Customer drawings
• Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Engineering documentation within ERP systems
• Support design for manufacturability, inspection, reliability, and cost optimization
• Collaborate with manufacturing and purchasing teams to support sourcing and production activities

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with:
• Engineering teams
• Manufacturing
• Sales
• Customers
• Vendors
• Participate in root cause investigations and continuous improvement efforts
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers when needed

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
• Master’s degree preferred

Experience

• 4–8 years of engineering experience in industrial product design and development
• Hands-on experience with electro-mechanical systems in a manufacturing environment
• Experience developing complex mechanical or mechatronic assemblies

Required Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks (required)
• Strong understanding and application of GD&T (required)
• Experience with electro-mechanical system integration
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and inspection methods
• Experience with engineering documentation and revision control
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills

Communication & Execution

• Ability to manage multiple engineering projects and priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional environments

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with any of the following is highly desirable:

• Servo drives (Copley, Elmo, Mitsubishi, Yaskawa, Siemens, etc.)
• Electrical test equipment:
• Multimeters
• Oscilloscopes
• Power meters
• Mechanical and electrical assembly:
• Soldering
• Crimping
• Programming:
• Python
• LabVIEW
• Industrial networking protocols:
• EtherCAT®
• CANopen®
• PCB/PCBA design
• Robotics or automated machinery systems
• ERP systems
• SolidWorks Certification
• GD&T Certification

Work Environment

• Office and laboratory environment
• Frequent interaction with engineering labs and manufacturing/shop areas
• Use of standard office, engineering, and testing equipment