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Sr. Mechanical Engineer ? Product Design

Optikos, LLC
Wakefield, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/14/2026
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Optikos is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to take the mechanical

lead on new product design and development. In this role, you will

champion the creation of complex, high-precision electro-mechanical

systems from initial concept through production. You will work

collaboratively across engineering, manufacturing, and product teams to

architect robust, reliable products. This position is ideal for a

creative, hands-on mechanical engineer who excels at mechanical design,

motion control, and mechatronic integration. Roles and Responsibilities

  • Drive from-scratch mechanical design and architecture for new products,

conceptualizing and developing complex components and assemblies

entirely from the ground up using SolidWorks. -Design precision

mechanisms, motion control systems, and integrated opto-mechanical

architectures requiring tight tolerances and high reliability.

  • Collaborate closely with electrical and optical engineering teams to

ensure system-level compatibility and performance. -Lead hands-on

prototype builds, fixture design, test planning, and iterative

troubleshooting. -Evaluate materials, advanced manufacturing methods,

and vendor capabilities to optimize performance, cost, and precision.

  • Champion best practices in mechanical design, geometric dimensioning

and tolerancing (GD&T), and structural/thermal analysis. Skills and

Requirements -Bachelors degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or

related field; advanced degree preferred. -7 years of mechanical

engineering design experience in precision engineering, motion control

systems, and/or mechatronics. -Demonstrated mastery of SolidWorks or a

similar 3D CAD platform for solid modeling. -Strong mechanical design

intuition and creative problem-solving abilities. -Excellent

communication skills with the capability to articulate complex technical

concepts to interdisciplinary teams. Desired Experience -Experience with

optics, optical alignment, and opto-mechanical integration. -Experience

with new product design and product sustainment work. -Design for

Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) methodologies. -Design

for human factors and serviceability. About Optikos: For more than 40

years, Optikos has provided innovative applications of optical

technology, both products and services, to commercial, government, and

consumer products organizations worldwide. We develop innovative

products in the life sciences, aerospace and defense, industrial, and

consumer markets, and our experience with a wide variety of applications

has enabled our staff to generate creative solutions to some of the most

challenging optical problems. Our team continues to improve existing

metrology product lines and develop new products that Optikos

manufactures and installs around the globe. If you are an enthusiastic,

team-oriented individual looking for a challenge and the opportunity to

continue to develop professionally, send us your resume. This is a 100%

in-office position located in our headquarters in Wakefield,

Massachusetts.? We offer competitive compensation packages along with a

challenging and stimulating environment. Optikos is an Equal Opportunity

employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for

employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual

orientation, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin,

disability, or protected Veteran status or any other characteristic

protected by law. We do not sponsor employment visas for this position.

If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or

interview process, please contact HR at imejia@optikos.com. We provide

accommodations as required by law. US citizenship or permanent residency

visa required. We do not sponsor employment visa for this position.

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