Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical EngineerFounded in 2011 by graduates of MIT and RISD (Rhode Island School of Design), and backed by Engine Ventures, Techstars, Fortistar and Gates Corporation, RISE Robotics is leading the way to Zero Emission heavy machinery by providing the world's most efficient and productive alternative to hydraulics.We have partnerships with Tier 1 suppliers, OEMs and the US Department of Defense, to the transition from traditional hydraulic systems to more efficient and sustainable solutions. In the last 12 months, RISE has also launched our second-generation of Beltdraulic actuators with significantly reduced parts count, increased manufacturability and lower cost. We've also selected our first three commercial customers and are working with them to refine our design for scale.At this pivotal point in company growth, RISE is looking for a passionate and team-oriented Senior Mechanical Engineer to join us in shaping the future of heavy duty linear actuation and heavy machinery. Your end-to-end engagement will include product development for commercial partners and the US Department of Defense, from concept through detailed design and prototype testing to progress new projects through the engineering lifecycle. You will play a key role in evolving the next generation RISE hardware, from proof of concepts through product design. This position will be onsite 4+ days/week in our Somerville office.In This Role You Will:Develop proof of concept demonstration systems from requirements definition, concept design, engineering, analysis, through prototype testing and product demonstration stages prior to detailed engineering handoffProgress mechanical systems through design gates via trade off studies, analysis, and design reviewsDirect activities to solve complex design and manufacturing challenges; support cost reduction and yield improvement efforts; and invent and commercialize new technologiesPlan and perform statistical analyses to characterize process and design interactionsGenerate best practices guidelines and documentation to enable efficiencies in future hardware development and launch activitiesDrive clear and accurate communications and recommendations to peers and senior management by distilling complex technical challenges, outlining options, and providing supporting dataTravel to domestic OEM partners, with small potential for overseas travel