Mechanical Engineer III

Mechanical Engineer III

Markforged is leading the digital transformation of manufacturing by revolutionizing how engineers and manufacturers create and innovate. Our unique platform combines software, advanced materials, and industrial 3D printers to deliver strong, functional parts for various industries. We empower customers to overcome supply chain complexities, reduce costs, and accelerate innovation by producing high-performance tools, fixtures, prototypes, and end-use parts in-house.

Markforged, located in Waltham, MA, is looking for a highly-motivated and experienced engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment. As a key member of the engineering team, you will be responsible for leading a variety of mechanical design and sustainment efforts across a range of 3D printing projects. You will be expected to have a firm grasp of every element required for mechanical product development, including concept generation, design, analysis, prototyping, test/verification, and transition to manufacturing partners. In some cases you will lead junior engineers and consultants to help accelerate the development process. You must be able to work well in multi-disciplinary teams consisting of mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineers. Familiarity with electrical engineering and software development principles will be beneficial. Your work will have an immediate, tangible impact on the lives of our thousands of current and future customers.

What You Will Have:

• At least 5 years hands-on experience designing complex electromechanical products including industrial automation equipment, robots or similar systems
• B.S. in mechanical engineering, M.S. preferred
• Demonstrated ability to produce innovative solutions to challenging problems
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
• Ability to quickly identify problems and implement solutions
• Ability to maintain schedule and work within budgetary constraints
• Ability to drive projects to completion

• Strong technical background in a number of the following areas:
• Machine design and kinematic analysis
• Design for manufacturing (FMEA, DFM and DFT)
• Electronics packaging & thermal management
• Electro-mechanical actuators & sensors

• Experience with a number of the following tools is a significant asset
• Numerical modelling and analysis in Python, Matlab/Simulink, or similar
• FEA (Ansys, Nastran, etc…)
• PDM & PLM
• JIRA or equivalent project management software

• Personal traits
• Excellent team player; comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic, interdisciplinary team comprising mechanical, electrical and software engineers, as well as designers, product managers, manufacturing & operations personnel and external stakeholders
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• Ability to create and communicate an accurate schedule

Help us reinvent manufacturing. We are reinventing manufacturing so that engineers can build anything they imagine. You will be engaging every day with passionate and dedicated individuals in a collaborative environment working towards making best-in-class products.

For all US-based roles, we offer a competitive compensation package and a full suite of benefits, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), parental leave, commuter benefits, open PTO policy, and more. Our work environment includes casual dress, a fully stocked kitchen, bike storage, free parking, weekly catered lunches, and fitness perks. You will have unlimited access to our 3D printers for professional and personal parts!

Markforged is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.