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Mechanical Engineer - Mechanical Engineer III

Apex Systems
North Reading, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/6/2026
Job#: 3016626

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: Mechanical Engineer III

DURATION: 3 MONTHS

LOCATION: ONSITE IN WESTBOROUGH, MA

PAY RATE: $42.50 - $52.50

Job Description: Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer - Manufacturing Test Solutions

Join our dynamic MTAC (Manufacturing Test) team. Collaborate with a cross-functional team of test, process, controls, and design engineers to develop cutting-edge automated and manual test solutions for our diverse robotic systems. Design, prototype, iterate, and deploy solutions that directly enhance the quality, accuracy, and speed of our manufacturing operations. See your solutions make a tangible impact on the business and thrive in our fast-paced, startup-like environment as you shape the future of manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders such as R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality to determine key design considerations for test equipment design, fabrication, and implementation.
  • Exhibiting role model behavior of thorough engineering analysis and documentation.
  • Executing projects from a basic concept to production, including developing specifications, design requirements, prototyping, testing, validation, and simplification.
  • Validating concepts through engineering modeling, hand calculations, and prototypes.
  • Performing static and dynamic analysis on mechanical systems using both FEA (Ansys or Solidworks Simulation) and hand calculations.
  • Designing mechanical subsystems with industrial automation systems such as motors, actuators, sensors, safety systems, etc.
  • Creating design documentation, including requirements, engineering design process, functional specifications, drawings, design validation plans/reports, future iterations, compliance, and preventative maintenance.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent and 5 years of relevant work experience.
  • Proven experience in scoping, designing, and analyzing mechanical and electro-mechanical systems.
  • Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks. Experience with ProE/Creo for part design, advanced assemblies, configuration management, and drawing creation is a plus.
  • Hands-on experience with rapid prototyping methods (machining, sheet metal, weldments, and additive manufacturing).
  • Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software and change management processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience designing and troubleshooting complex mechanical, electro-mechanical, or pneumatic systems.
  • Excellent technical documentation skills, including creating clear and concise drawings.
  • Experience with PLM systems (Oracle Agile, PTC Windchill, Solidworks PDM).
  • Knowledge of volume manufacturing processes.

Flexibility to commute to Westborough, MA, 5 days a week.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of ASGN Incorporated.

NYSE: ASGN

4400 Cox Road

Suite 200

Glen Allen, Virginia 23060

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Apex Systems.

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