Mechanical Engineer

job summary:

Seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a high growth capital equipment development and manufacturing client in the Reading, MA area.

The Mechanical Engineer would be responsible for supporting platform product development for next-generation semiconductor test systems. This role focuses on executing high-quality mechanical designs, conducting tradeoff analyses, and driving complex engineering problem-solving.

Full W-2 benefits offered! APPLY NOW!

location: North Reading, Massachusetts job type: Contract salary: $50 - 68 per hour work hours: 9am to 5pm education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

Design & Development: Develop, model, and refine moderate-to-high complexity mechanical designs, translating system-level specifications into actionable electromechanical architectures.

Platform Integration: Design precision docking systems, signal delivery interfaces, and structural hardware capable of maintaining reliability across varied thermal environments.

Tradeoff Analysis: Evaluate engineering tradeoffs to balance electrical performance, structural integrity, thermal behavior, manufacturability, reliability, and target unit costs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with systems, electrical, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to establish constraints, coordinate project schedules, and manage design changes.

Design Verification & Reviews: Prepare comprehensive documentation, lead and contribute to technical design reviews, and provide clear data-driven feedback.

Problem Solving: Independently identify root causes of technical issues, implement robust corrective actions, and escalate project risks proactively.

qualifications:

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5-8 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 3-6 years of experience.

CAD & Simulation: Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks, finite element analysis (FEA) using ANSYS or SolidWorks Simulation, and PLM/PDM systems (e.g., Teamcenter).

Engineering Fundamentals: Demonstrated expertise in tolerance stack-up analysis and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T per ASME Y14.5).

Thermal Analysis: Hands-on experience with thermal design, heat transfer management, or thermal simulation is a plus.

Industry Standards: Familiarity with SEMI standards is a strong plus.

Professional Attributes: Self-directed with the ability to manage individual workstreams independently while collaborating smoothly within multidisciplinary project teams.

skills:

engineering problem-solving,mechanical designs,product development,semiconductor

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.